Not A Day For Fun Crafts!

Today, Patrick was up and out the door to the golf course. I got up to get out to the PT appointment. First, I needed to drop a deposit at the bank, then post office. I found out at the bank that my deposit was wrong and needed to go back. That had to wait till after PT. 

I got some money for Colleen to do the fabric sale tomorrow at the grange. Hopefully we can make some good money. It's all the holiday fabrics that we have. Trouble is, we are in the kitchen area, so hope people realize that instead of walking out. 

Got home and get the information ready for the bank. We then went back to the bank to find out why my account was short. As we worked it out, it was found out, since GESA took over Security State Bank, there was a duplicate account. So, they added a number to our account. Now I have to make sure all our deposits and checks go through the correct account. They had to return the money and re-issue it to our account. At least now I know what the problem is. 

We then headed out to the casino. After 4 hours we decided to eat there. I got a hot turkey sandwich with mashed potatoes. I was really surprised when it was on open faced sandwich with turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy on top. I'm used to the potatoes on the side and not mixed in with the turkey and gravy. I won't be getting that again. It was pretty good, but I don't want everything piled on the bread. 

We came home and watched TV. I was downstair a bit to find a pattern to cut out for the sew days on Wednesday. I'm behind the times! I did have Patrick look at a book and see what he thought would work for a quilt pattern. I may have to cut a couple quilts for the group. 

Other than that, not a day to have fun with being Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Off To Olympia Again.

This morning, Patrick went golfing. I cleaned up a few things today. I had the vacuum out and going. Then I sat down to play my games. 

Patrick got home and about an hour later, the guy came out to fix the fireplace. It's about 15 years old. It will need to be replaced in a couple years. I told Patrick I would rather replace it now then then. He said he wanted to wait. Told him I disagreed but said ok. He then reminded me they go on sale in the summertime, and we can look into them then. That was a good idea. 

We then went up to Olympia for Patrick's tests and made our appointments. Then we went to Costco! Oh, wow! Did we ever spend money! We got a lot of stuff and came home. Unloaded some at Phil's then came home and unloaded our stuff. I got a couple things for me. Yet, Patrick said, "I may try that too." Which is stuff that I only have about 12 of. Bet he eats them all before I get to them! 

Then we sat and watched TV. I played on my game some more. I was going to (got that - WAS GOING TO) bead, but didn't get there. I keep seeing the cat and wanting to go there and bead, but know I have ornaments to get done first. 

AND of course, Debbie wants me to go to Gee Cee's (or Gee Gee's) in Yelm on Saturday. I was in! So, tomorrow is casino after my PT and a few other things that needs to be done. But today was definitely not my day to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Finally, A Day Home

This morning, I was up and thinking I had a game to play. Figured I was off because today is Wednesday not Thursday. I will play tomorrow around 1 pm. 

I didn't want to do much. But I did get the laundry going. I let Patrick sleep, while I played my game and listened to my book. Patrick got a good hour if not more in for a nap. Then we watched "Death in Paradise." 

It was just a quiet day for me. Debbie came over to show me all the applications they got from Lucky Eagle. They collected 45 applications yesterday. Three of them was from the presentation. The rest were from Lucky Eagle. We are hoping to get hooked up with the tribe. 

My day was just to relax. Tomorrow they are coming to fix the fireplace downstairs. Then we will go up to Olympia for Patrick's tests and Costco. No other plans. I know we have things going on Friday. UGH! I just wasn't there yet for being Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Back To Being At Home

This morning, I enjoyed sleeping in a bit. Not a lot but a bit. 

Yesterday was a long day with traveling in the airplane and airports. It's not my favorite thing to do, but it went really well. We did have to be de-iced before we left Louisville, because it was starting to snow. Then we waited a bit before we could take off. We were about 30 minutes late. Once we were on our way, it was nice. 

We arrived at DFW airport. OMG! That place is worse than any airport I have been in. I thought Houston was bad being so far behind in the times, but DFW is even worse. Trams all over the place! We had to get on the tram to go from our arrival station to the departure station. Took longer than I expected and the best part was we didn't walk! It would have taken a couple hours to get where we needed to be. 

We left DFW airport after waiting another 30 minutes for them to fix the screw that was off in the engine. I was wondering if we would have to depart and go to another plane, but nope. We had a very good captain on the flight! He was a marine pilot and made sure we knew what was going on the whole time. It was great. Told Patrick since he was military that made me feel a whole lot better!

A few miles from Portland. I was surprised at all the lights. 

Finally, we arrived home at 9:30 pm. Long day, no time to blog. 

This morning, I was having to get ready for the veteran's ceremony. We had a good group show up as well. We were introduced and then Donna did an awesome job of letting them know about each veteran. She really made us proud! Photos will have to wait; I couldn't get them loaded. Frustrating!

Susy's son-in-law, Samuel Shankster got this quilt. He really loves it. 

The guest speaker received this one. Charles Burt was awesome. He's amazing with all the paintings he has done! And he has Parkinson's! 

Mom and I joined Mike McCoy - whom I have known since I was about 14 years old. He worked for my father in the Air Force. We chatted about dad and Diane, who passed recently. I was so good to chat about the past. Mom and he laughed about a few things as well. His son was with us. We went out to eat. So, the chattering went on from about 3 pm to 6 pm. Amazing how we could talk about the past so easily. I miss dad and Diane. But as long as they are in my heart, I know they are with me. 

Came home and played my games for a bit. It's been another long day. I will load the photos tomorrow. I did work on the photos I posted the last couple days while on the tablet. I fixed a few things as well. lol 

It was a great trip, loved seeing Sue. Now we are back, and back to normal. Patrick went to the casino to get our gift - they were out. I guess Sunday, they gave them all out. So, we will go Sunday, I'm thinking, because these are gifts I do want. At least he came home with some money to play with. lol 

I haven't been Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Behind On Blogging On Vacation

 For some reason, I don't think of blogging when I am on vacation.  We really aren't that busy, but we are enjoying our trip. 

Yesterday we went shopping and to the chocolate factory. The chocolate factory had a deal going because it was their anniversary.  It has been going for over 110 years. The candy is really good, even better than the Escanaba candy's, I am bringing some home.

They were dressed up as well. They had a gal looking like Lucy, and a gentleman looking like Dezi. It was crowded and fun. Since my tablet isn't working with photos, I will keep going.

Both had a smile on their faces the whole time. I should have gotten one of them together - together, but didn't ask. It was fun to see them all dressed up in older clothes. This place was crowded but I could understand why. The do have really good chocolates. 

Afterwards, we went to the Japanese food for supper. It was awesome! First time Patrick ever saw them cooking that way. It was a blast!

We came back and went in the hot tub and watched a movie.

I do believe I am still on Pacific time since I slept till 10 am. 

We went to Churchill downs. We had good seats, and it worked out when your close to the finish line. It was just too cold that we moved around a bit as well. 

See, having trouble getting photos where they belong. This is from the candy shop. LOL 

We had an awesome time and seats at the finishing line. We were there for 6 races and a lot of fun. 

We stayed for 7 races and bid on them. We won and lost which is what happens when you play the races!

Came home and I was able to get some beading done too! Nice to find time for being Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!!

In Louisville Today

 Yesterday was spent in the airplane. We went from Portland OR to Huston Texas and then to Louisville KY. We ended the day in a hot tub at my sister-in-law's. 

I got about 5 hours sleep. Patrick and the damn night light. 

We were up and planned to go to the Louisville Slugger museum.  We toured their factory.  I really enjoyed it, but Patrick didn't seem to care.

We had our picture taken in front of the huge baseball bat at the museum.  

I found it fun to see. Then I had a call from the Veterans Memorial Museum and told Tim to talk to Debbie. 3also had a call from Donna (twice) and let Debbie know to call her. They all know I am in Indiana but that doesn't seem to stop them from calling. 

It's amazing how they make the bats. I really did enjoy checking this out and going on the tour. They go every 10 mins or so, but you really don't see the group before or after since they have it timed so well. 

We went to the Texas Roundhouse for supper. It was awesome, but crowded. I can see why. 

I finished the second panel bead. I will start the next one tomorrow.  We are having a good visit.  Patrick is even eating good. At least I was able to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Yet Another Trip To Olympia!

This morning, I was getting things ready for our trip. Then I played some games on my tablet. 

We left by 1 pm because we needed to get gas and be in Olympia around 2 pm. Our appointment was till 3 pm but Patrick needed to get up there early for his blood tests. We got gas, and just as we entered Tumwater/Olympia area, it was stop and go. There was an accident that happened at 12:14 pm and traffic was touch and go. We didn't see any accident - thinking it was cleared up. Took us about 20 minutes to go 5 miles. 

We arrived in time, Patrick took his test, and we sat for about 25 minutes. He had his appointment, and I had mine with our oncologists. My appointment went really well. He did pretty good, but he's off chemo for a week and taking antibiotics. That's a good thing since we are leaving tomorrow and it should help him out. 

I asked to go to Dairy Queen after. We stopped and got a 4-piece chicken strip and split it. He seemed to be hungry! Then we had the peanut butter parfait which, I swear he was hungry!! He ate more than I did and was sucking it down like no tomorrow. I couldn't believe how fast he was eating it. I wasn't ready to start eating it, so he took a couple more bites before I even go any! Guess he didn't want to wait!

Came home and started getting ready for the trip. We filled the suitcase. I know I'm missing something. Funny part, I put my clothes in 1/3 of the suitcase. When I went back to add a couple things, it was FULL! Patrick added his stuff and there was hardly any room in there. Makes me think, I pack less than he does. OR I'm the better packer. I was shocked at how fast he filled that suitcase. I told him to get the backpack so I could put my stuff in that. No doubt he will have it full of his stuff as well. OMG! 

I packed my beading, so I wasn't able to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Not My Day!

This morning, I was up and out the door for my PT appointment. I arrived on time. Bob and I talked about how things are going. The good news is that I think the new shoes and the slippers are working for now. I'm slowly getting there. I need to wear my brace when I travel on Thursday though. 

Stopped at moms and gave her the binding I had. Told her it goes with one of the quilts that went to be quilted. She was working on a variation nine patch quilt top. It really looks good. 

Came home after picking up some tea. Then I had the left-over sandwich from yesterday for lunch. It filled me up and that was a good thing! 

We then headed up to Olympia for my pulmonary appointment. I dropped Patrick off at urgent care-Kaiser. Then I went to my appointment. It was short and sweet. I also have to add the appointment to my calendar for 6 months later. 

I then went back to Kaiser to pick Patrick up - so I thought. I got to urgent care, and they led me to his room. I was hooked up for infusions for calcium. They took the blood tests, and he was still low, so they added more. This all started around 1:30 pm for him.  He wasn't doing what they wanted. lol - the blood just didn't have better counts. So, we stayed and were finally let out at 8 pm. I ran my phone battery down so for the last 2 hours didn't have anything to do. We talked about having something for me to do in a bag in the car along with snacks and water. That way, we have what we need for the next time he has to go in. I know there will be more times, that's part of cancer. He just has so much going on and it's so hard to watch. He's growing older in front of me, and I can't do anything to help. I just have to sit back and watch. But he was in good health and did great. The doctor was surprised he didn't have symptoms. That's a good thing. He still golfs and does other stuff. He just doesn't like going far because of the symptoms he has from time to time. 

We will be back up at Kaiser tomorrow. He has to take another blood test, and they will decide if he needs to go back in UC for more infusions before we leave.  So, today wasn't my day and it wasn't a day to be anywhere near Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Out And About Day

This morning, I was up and playing games. I watched one of my shows and then Patrick walked into the house. It was early for him, since he was golfing. He wasn't feeling good, so he napped till it was time to go to his appointment in Olympia. 

At 2 pm I met with Sherry from Olympia, and we chatted in the rain. She gave me 8 quilts back from them. I went in to get my blood tests, to find out I didn't need to do that till the 21st. So, I waited on Patrick, then he got his blood tests, and we headed to moms. 

Dropped off the quilts at moms and headed to Safeway. I needed something for supper since Patrick only wanted cereal. I got something and we picked up a few things we needed. 

Came home, had supper and then Patrick watched Monday Night Football - Oh, WOW! What a pain! So, I listened to my book and played games. I was also thinking of what I want to take with me to Indiana that I could work on. I need to take my tablet and I will take my earbuds as well. More to think of. Beading too. 

So, all in all, today was a waiting game for me. Not much to do, not much to see. It was boring, and yet I was able to get lost in games. It wasn't my day to have fun being Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Yet Another Sunday......

This morning, we took advantage of the time change. I was surprised I was up earlier than I thought I would be. It did feel good to have the extra time though. 

We cleaned up a bit and then we headed to the casino. We got a food warmer that is about the size for lunch time. After looking it over, we thought of Katt, and will probably give it to her. I was hoping for a bigger size to use for warm dip. But I think Katt can use it better than we can. I want the smaller crock pot and the fry pan. I can't remember what the next one is. Patrick will be picking up the other one on Veterans Day since we won't be back till Monday and I will be at the museum. It turned out to be fun. We didn't win much. I played my "Lotus" game and won $50 more than I put in. We played a couple of games that we hadn't played in a while. I played Lotus while Patrick plays 88 Fortunes. All the other times we play together. Got ice cream before we left. 

Got home and wasn't in the mood for much. So, I enjoyed playing on my tablet. I will be getting ready to get my stuff ready for the trip to Indiana soon. I can wait. Plus, I can work on my beading on the plane if I want to. 

It was a quiet day and a fun day. But it wasn't a fun day of Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Hello Saturday & No Power

This morning, I was up early to get to play my war game. I was playing another part later in the day but decided I wasn't going to do it. So, I got out of it. I get tired of being killed off. lol 

I needed to get the kits ready for Colleen, since she was coming over to get them. Patrick suggested we work the bolts out of the pantry and put them out where I can get to them - let alone see them. So, we got it set up. 

Now it's easy to see and pick what we need for backing. 

Since the "boxes" were on top of another set, he pulled these down and put them there. That is where we keep the branch specific. It works out. I thought of the bigger box set but it would stick out too far. Then I went through the patterns in a binder that was given to us. I added the ones I use for the kits. That way they are all in the same place. Trouble is some of them are way too big and need to be downsized. That's hard to tell someone in a kit. I will figure something out. 

Bryan called and we were working on the family history when the power went out. Not sure what happened but it affected about 4k people. So, I listened to my book after Patrick and I chatted about this and that. 

 I was able to get the second part done this far. I stopped when it was supper time and then decided to just let it go. I'm not really wanting to do it but I know I need to. I will try and keep this going! I need to. 

Power finally came on when we sat down to eat. He had to cook our meal out on the grill. I had a baked potato in the oven. Then had to transfer it to the grill. I would rather of had it in the oven. Needed a better potato too. 

We watched our show and I'm playing a different game. I like moving around at times. At least today, I found the time to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!