A Quiet But Busy Day

 This morning I was working on what I needed to do. I had 2 Zoom meetings today. When I chatted with Debbie she said she could do the 6:30 pm meeting so, I decided to join her. 

After getting laundry started and working on getting blood out of my nightgown, I was able to get some laundry done. It took a good 3 washes to get the blood out. At least it's out because that's my favorite nightshirt. 

I then worked on my laptop to get my photos from the last 2 presentations. I needed to add them to FB. Once I was able to get the photos from my phone to the laptop, I got to work. Then I had to look up the people that we presented to in the last 2 presentations. Once I had all my ducks in a row, I was able to add the photos to our FB page. I can't wait till Ali gets the webpage up and running so I can get rid of the FB page. I did find out we got some money back from Panda Express. That was a surprise. Now we are waiting to see if McMenamins will also give us a day. 

Then 1 pm arrived way too soon. I got on the Zoom class for our Goldfinch embroidery class. 

There are 12 of us in the class, but only 5 showed up. This is a get acquainted meeting and to make sure everyone knew how to us zoom. Loretta and I were calling the others to see if they were joining us. Jeannette forgot about it and didn't answer her phone. I think I sent it to the wrong number. She called later to tell me she missed it and forgot about it. She's working on getting the pattern from her mailbox in WA but couldn't do it just yet. 

My cookbook arrived today. I'm going to go through it and find vegetable dishes to fix. I'm going to try and work with the foods in the book. I wanted to do the program but Patrick keeps telling me he doesn't think I can do it. Plus he's saying he doesn't see me sticking to it, but if I want to do it, it's okay with him. I'm going to get as class to doing the program as I can. I will try it and if that doesn't work, then I may do the program yet! I do like the receipts in the book and will make a few of them. 

After supper it was time to get on the Zoom meeting again for QOV. Our state coordinator wants us to see each other. She wants all the groups to work together. Because some groups are only 2 people, she wants us to share in the quilts we make. I don't have a problem with that, but I think we have the most nominated people between all the groups. So, I'm willing to help, I'm just not willing to do it at the cost of our veterans. 

After all that, I was not Happy Quilting/Happy Stitching!

Trip To Tacoma

 I was up a little early. Then I worked on my exercises and took my walk. When I got back in the house it was time to head to Tacoma. Traffic was okay. Busy but not much in the way of stop and go. We were about 20 minutes earlier than they wanted us to be. 

I had to have a biopsy on my right breast. They don't think it's cancer but just wanted to be sure. So, we waited. The longer I waited the more my brain was going off in different ways. The nurse told me what they would be doing. It was not going to be done with the ultrasound, like more are. The ultrasound didn't show where it was. So, they did it through the mammography. It was interesting. I sat in a chair and didn't have to do anything. They did it all. I just had to sit there while the doctor took the sample. 

Okay, we all know me! We all know that if a needle is involved, I'm not accountable for my actions! After it was all over and the nurse talked to me the whole time while I looked at her, I decided I needed to lay down. I was about ready to meet the floor, but she saw that I was turning white and we waited. After I finally got my act together, we took 2 more photos of my boob. I went out to the waiting room where Patrick was. I was just glad it wasn't very long, but not something I want to repeat. I should know in about 3 days the results. I will let mom know tomorrow that I had this done. I didn't want too many people knowing about today. 

We stopped at Spaghetti Factory for supper. It was pretty good. We enjoyed the meal and headed home. Of course, the traffic was bad on the way home. It took a little longer getting through Tacoma and Olympia. I don't know how our neighbor can commute every day! 

The only thing I did today was before we left. I started the last panel of the ornament. I was able to get 10 rows done before I decided I needed to get working on my exercises. My tablet was out of juice, so I had to plug it in. Yes, I plugged it in last night, but I didn't check to see if the cord was plugged in. So, of course the tablet was off because there wasn't any power. So, even though I didn't do much - I'm going to say, today I was Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting. 

Visit From Mom

 Today I was happy to be able to have the day to myself. I slept in. Then mom called to see what I was doing today. Told her I was getting laundry going and cleaning up a bit, other than that I wasn't doing much, "Why?" She said she wanted to do something different, and could she come over after she gets her nails done. That didn't bother me, so I said, "Sounds good."

While I was waiting for mom to call back after her nails, Victoria, who is a family member, called. She wanted to tell me about her adoption by Margie. This is the MATHESON family. As I figured out, she is not related to mom. She's the daughter of Orville's wife, who had an affair with someone else while he was serving in WWII. He was due home around the time Victoria was born. Her mother kept her in a closet and tried to kill her with a pillow when Margie came in the room. Margie took Victoria (1946) and adopted her. Not sure how that worked because we haven't been able to find a birth certificate. Long story short, she's not mom's relative but a step. We chatted for a while. 

Then I vacuumed because it needed it. By the time I was done, mom arrived. She picked up a sandwich from Subway. So, we sat and chatted. I learned more about her upbringing and her mother. It was interesting. We both wondered why grandmother wouldn't go back to Kansas. Granddad wanted to go back to Kansas to be with his family. Grandmother didn't seem to be a family type of person. So, even though he went back there to work, she would not go with him. That made him come back. Mom said she thought grandmother threated to keep her to make grandfather stay. Hard to say. It was interesting. We talked about how my brother Patrick was her favorite. We all knew that. Mom couldn't figure that one out either. 

After lunch we sat in the living room and chatted more. She worked on the applique stars, and I worked on my beading. 

While she worked on her stars, I worked on my panels. I finished the panel from yesterday and worked on the last set of panels. The red is the last one. The bottom of the dress doesn't show like the others, but it's because of the reds. I should have made them a little more different than they are. They are close to the same shade of color. I have one more to do and then it's finished. 

Tomorrow is a trip to Tacoma. Not sure how that will turn out. If all goes well, I will post why I had to go up there. Think good thought! lol 

I really enjoyed my day with my mother. Sometimes that's rare, but I really did enjoy her visit and told her she needs to do that more often. With her here and me stitching, it turned out to be a day of Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Embroidery Day

 This morning Patrick went golfing, and I went to the grange to have embroidery. I arrived early and Gerilyn was already there. We got the place warmed up when Cindy arrived. Sandy said she would be running late so Cindy decided to get the drinks. As it turned out Sandy was only 10 minutes late. So, they both had drinks for us. I was thrilled to get 2 drinks, one hot and one cold. 

I decided to take my beading today. Wasn't in the mood for embroidery. I worked on my panel and finished it just as it was time to leave. Cindy showed the projects she's working on. She decided to try the "rotation" idea. That's when one has 2-6 different projects and rotates them either by weeks or months. Let's say I have 3 projects that I want to work on. I get tired of doing the same one all the time. So, I decide to do the first one for 2 weeks (or say, a month), then I rotate to project #2 and do the same. When I have rotated all three projects, I go back and start over. Eventually, they get done. Depending on how much work each one is. I showed Cindy what they do on Instagram, and she took off from there. She has 5 projects. She was so chatty that she didn't get much done. Sandy worked on her rock and flower project. Can't remember the name of that one, but it's a Debbie Kelley piece. Gerilyn worked on her basket handle and decided how she wanted to decorate it with embroidery. We gave her a couple ideas and she ran with it. Looks great!

After embroidery I stopped at the church to pick up 2 quilts that are done. I need to trim them for the binding to be put on. If there is a panel in there, I may have Debbie sew the binding on and then I will finish it. 

Took my walk when I got home. Patrick arrived as I got started. I listened to my book. It's about eating right. Hard to explain. It's about how ones body works and what it needs and can't function with. It's interesting. I'm just waiting to see what the eating habbits should be. 

Then I decided to get back to the beading. I need to finish this set and start another. Time is running out!

I finished the left panel angel. Then tonight I started the second one. I will try and get it finished as well. Once this is done, I have one more set of 2 to work on. I didn't see the colors in my box. Or maybe I did, there was red in there. I am happy with this. I hope to work on this and get them done. I need to mail a couple of them out. At least beading does keep me Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Doing Nothing Today...Till Supper Time

 Today I spent working on laundry (and forgetting it). As well as sitting and listening to my book playing games. 

Finally around 4 pm I decided to do something instead of wasting the day. 

I worked on the bottom left and the white areas. I did get a lot done, but I have a couple places that need a stitch in there. I will do that later. It went really well. 

AND THE SEAHAWKS WON! I was listening to the book working on this when I would look up and find where were ahead, tied, and then behind. It was awesome to see we pulled it out at the last minute! 

So, in a way, I was Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Our Last Presentation Day - This Year

 Today I had to load up the car with quilts and stuff for members to work on. I gave Diane her paperwork and all is good for now. 

We had our presentation and checked to see when we would need to be available for Nov 11. 

Quilts were put our and ready to go. We had a good turn out. 

It was nice to have a full house for 9 veterans. They were all having a good time. Veterans kept the quilt wrap around them when they sat down. It was awesome. 

DOUGLAS LETTEER,  ARMY, CHRISTINA CLARK, ARMY, RYAN TISI, ARMY, BILL HARRIS, ARMY, BILL SCARBROUGH, NAVY, DREW JONES, ARMY, DONALD KREBS, NAVY, LYNNE GIFFIN CARMAN- BARROTT, MARINE, ROBERT KETCHUM, ARMY.

We had a fun time. We also received some small quilts from Smiley for us to raffle off when we have our presentations. That will go on for a little while. There must be about 10 quilts in the box he gave us. We are done for the year. With the exception of being part of the Nov 11th ceremony at the museum. We will honor 5 move veterans. We also have to be at the LC Commissioners meeting on the 7th. Plus we have our potluck. But the big presentations are done for this year. 

Afterwards, Debbie, Connie and I went to Dutch Brothers to get our drinks. We were able to get an extra 100 points. I ordered a drink for both Patrick and I. Then I had to go to Walmart (ugh) and pick up potatoes for supper. I made homemade fries that turned out really good. The hamburger paddy wasn't as good. 

Then I took the rest of the day off. I sat and played games while watching TV. Called it a night. Not quiet being Happy Quilting/Happy Stitching! 

What A Day

 This morning I was back to normal. Patrick didn't go golfing because it was 40 degrees this morning. We slept in. 

I went walking around 11:30 and used Patrick's phone to clock what I was doing. I found out that it's just 2 miles around the block 7 times. That's fine. It's actually over a mile so I'm happy. 

We headed out after that to go to my mammogram. First, we stopped to get a few things and then we headed to Olympia. It went well, but I have to make a trip to Tacoma next week. I'm not worried about it, so I'm not going to say anything till I know what is really up. 

Next, we stopped at Costco and bought some crab legs for dinner. We decided it would be cheaper to pick up the crab legs and have that at home then it was go to out and eat. I was totally okay with that! I love crab! We couldn't decide what to do for dinner, and this was the best option. Date night, and crab is a great way to have "date night." 

After supper, Bryan called but I didn't answer. Feel bad but I had to get the 2 quilts done. Tomorrow we are having the presentation, so I didn't have time to chat tonight. I sent a text to let him know I would be available next week. This weekend is just way to busy for me! 

The finally 2 quilts are now labeled and ready to go to the museum. This one was done by Sonja Wilkins. She said she may have more for us later. 

This one is Kristie Gerard's quilt. She does an awesome job! She even quilted this one. 

My day was so busy, I was worried I might not be able to get the labels done. I have everything ready for tomorrow, and that made me Happy Quilting/Happy Stitching!

Had A List For Today

Last night I wrote myself a list to make sure I tried to get something done today. 

1. Do certificates

2. Cut backing for Connie

3. Cut backing and batting for 3 quilts

4. Work on getting Smiley's stuff ready.

5. Get the backing washed

6. Send photo of color catchers to Bob

7. Look for fabric for mom

8. Get to work on finishing the quilt top

9. Put labels on 7 quilts

Now that list was on the counter. I had to go walking first.  Ron and I walked for the last time before he leaves for California. I will see him back here in April. I will miss him! Walking went so much better with someone to talk to. 

Patrick got home on my last lap. Then I headed downstairs to work on getting the certificates done for Saturday. I had to get the ink in the printer. But before that, I had to get my computer to work for me. It's a laptop and since they updated it to Windows11 it's been a major hassle. They finally printed. 

I found my quilt top like this. I guess Sophie thought I needed help! NOT! I will have to get this done! First, I have to get the other quilts ready to be quilted. 

While I waited on the last one, I started cutting the backings and battings. I have the backing for Connie's quilt and the other 3 done. I then came up to get them in the wash. 

About that time my mother's cousin called me. She wanted to chat. Told her I would call her back after supper. Which I did. Then it was 45 mins on the phone with her. Good thing I had 2 of the quilt labels on. 

This one is Connie's. 

Victoria Parrott made this one! I love the work she does for us. I had to get 2 of her quilts ready to be quilted. One of them I had to trim the tails of thread on the back. 

This is another one. 

This was Val Gordon's quilt. They are all ready to go to the museum. I thought I had done 5 of them, but I guess I just did 4. I had too much on my plate today. 

I was able to get most of my list done. The part of 7 labels, well that didn't happen. Plus, I didn't get Smiley's stuff ready for him. So, that will have to be done tomorrow. Even though I'm going to be out most of the day. Hopefully tomorrow I can get the last 2 done. My day was BUSY, and none stopped. Phone calls do get in the way, but that's life and I work around them. Today I was working really hard to be Happy Quilting/Happy Stitching!!

OOPS! Not Back On Track - Today

 This morning Patrick was up at 7 am to go golfing. Poor guy doesn't get to sleep in anymore with his golfing. The guys like to start by 8 am so that the rest of the day is free. 

I headed out to my physical therapy. Did my exercises and chatted with Bob. He's got a lot on his plate right now with his father-in-law having stage 4 cancer and doesn't have long to live. Plus, he had to put his dog down this week. Guess we aren't the only ones who end up with on thing after another. 

Came back and stopped at the post office. Had to get stamps so QOV thank you cards can go out. I need to get another thank you card out to the gal who sent 4 quilt tops. Plus, another gal that sent a big quilt for us. 

I was going to stop at McD's on the way home, but Patrick didn't answer his phone. We decided to go after I walked, and he went to the dump. Once he got back, he took a nap. I played games. I woke him at 3 pm and we went over to McD's where I got a free McChicken. Both of us were surprised that the food wasn't hot and didn't taste all that good. I was really disappointed, since I was hungry for a McChicken. Guess I won't be for a while now. 

Came back home and I listened to my books as well as watched TV. Playing games, the whole time. I just wasn't in the mood to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Back On Track With QOV

Today was one of those rainy days. 

 Val came over to drop off a quilt and get her check. We chatted a good 30 mins. Ron called while she was here. We decided not to go walking till the weather was better. Yeah, no, didn't get better. 

So, I went downstairs to work on my labels. I have to have a few more labels to finish up the 8 quilts in the bedroom. 

I was able to sew 25 labels and turn 9 of them into labels. I was texting Hildi at the same time. I was having a good long chat with her. She's happy to be in Vermont. But I still miss her! Guess she had called and chatted with mom the other day. That's good. Mom loves to chat. Not sure how that went with moms hearing though. I was downstairs working on the labels for about an hour or so. I figure we texted a good hour. lol 

Of course, Sophie had to try and help me. OR remind me that I need to finish this quilt. I will do that soon. I'm getting to the point where I need to finish it. Then when I was working on the labels, I ran out of bobbins. That meant I had to wind bobbins. I ended up doing 7 of them. One of them I accidentally took the bobbin thread that was in the machine and rewound it. Which means I actually did 8 bobbins. I couldn't believe I grabbed the wrong thread!

Then I came upstairs and got to work on the QOV stuff. I needed to update the NAMS program with all our information. I went through Carol's stuff and got that entered into NAMS. Once all that was done, I started to work on the presentation dates in NAMS. Trouble was, I put the wrong date on a couple of them. Instead of Oct, I said Nov. When I realized that, the internet went down. It wasn't working. UGH So for the hour it was off, I worked on the label of one of the quilts. 

Sara Bower did this quilt. I really like it. Now the label is on it and it's ready to go to the museum. We will have to pick which quilts go to Saturday's presentation and what we will have for Nov 11th. 

Today I was back on track. I had things to do and I did them. I need to go to PT tomorrow and get some stamps at the post office. Then I can come back home and try to be working on the quilts that need labels. That would make me Happy Quilting/Happy Stitching!

Things To Do Today

 Today started out with Patrick golfing and telling me it was 8 am. I got up and was out the door by 9 am. I had to stop at Connie's to get her the bags of scraps from that mess we had. I stopped and chatted with her. She then gave me 5 quilts that were done. She even did the binding on them. So, I now have 6 quilts that need labels. I will do that this week. First, I need to do more labels. Then I can get them on the 6 quilts. I will need to order more labels as well. 

I headed over to the grange for our meeting. The only one that showed was Cindy. We both had places to be at 12:30, so we quit at noon. 

I took my beading to work on the angels that I need to get done. I want to work on putting the ornaments together in November. October is almost over, and I still need to do one more set after this. 

I went to Fiddlers in Centralia to meet up with Carol and Diane from QOV. We talked about Carol taking a break from doing the calls to veterans and getting them assigned. I also need to get stamps for Diane when she sends out the Thank you cards. We have a lot of changes happening with QOV and will work that out in December at our potluck. We chatted for about 2 hours. 

Afterwards, I went to moms to get the quilt she had ready. That put it up to 6 quilts and I just realized I have another one I've had for a while. So, that makes 7 quilts that need labels. 

I wasn't in the mood to do much once I got home. I did need to plug my tablet in, so I worked on the bead panel. 

At least I am 2/3 done with this panel. The top of the dress of the angel is actually a light green. It looks yellow in the photo. I should have picked a different color for the top, but really don't want to take it out. 

Today I had a list of "things to do" and did them. Gee, how often does that happen for me?! I have the rest of the week to work on a few things for QOV. Then maybe I can get back to working on my stuff. I can't wait for the break with QOV. 

After all, I was able to finish the "things to do" list for today. That was fun! And I was able to watched TV with Patrick, while I was beading. That made me Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!