Boring Day -

This morning, I was up and playing games. I was expecting company, so I needed to vacuum and get a few things done. Laundry went in, and dishwasher was ran. 

Connie arrived around 11 am. She dropped off 4 quilts that were ready for bindings. I gave them to Patrick to take to moms, since he had to go up to Olympia for blood tests. I stayed home to do some other stuff. While she was here, we talked about the quilt top I was thinking of doing. 

I was trying to decide which color I liked better with the blocks. I'm going to frame the flag of each state and then do the strips. Patrick and Connie both liked the one on the left. 

I found 8 of the smaller blocks with the same fabric and put them on top. I will need to work on the length and that will help. I haven't decided if I will put the blue pinwheels in between those, as I have 6 of them. Connie suggested I do the strips up and down instead of the same direction of the flag panel. I liked that idea and may do that. It's still in the working stage. 

Mom called to say she and Nancy would not make it over. Mom had to go back to the bank, because someone has her information and has gotten her credit card 3 times in the last 2 months. Actually, twice in the last 2 weeks. So, she having to change her information. It's going to take some time for her to get that fixed. 

 Walked with Ron and we got 6 laps in. Then I showed him how to trim the roses he has in his back yard. They are really pretty. New leaves coming in, so he will be enjoying them all summer. 

Then I decided to play some more. I just sat down with my beading, audio book, and my tablet when Patrick arrived. I fixed the 2 sets of beads that had gotten other beads in the box. 

I got the bread going, since I made sourdough bread from last night. It was raising nicely and time to bake. 

Let Scott know the bread was done and to come get one. We had hamburgers tonight and Patrick picked up the buns, so we didn't get to cut the bread tonight. It will be good and ready tomorrow. Scott came by and picked up his loaf. He was smelling it all the way home. Then got a text that he started in on it when he got home. Poor Teri, she wasn't home yet. He tends to eat most of it before she gets in the door. 

As much as I would have loved to be, it wasn't may day for Happy Quilting/Happy Stitching. 

A Weekend Of "Not Much"

I know I'm boring at times. Sorry about that. But sometimes, there isn't much to report. So, I decided instead of the usual, "blah, blah" I would wait and do the weekend together. 

Yesterday we pretty much stayed home. Didn't have anything to do. So, I baked a bread pudding. It turned out good, but I'm not a lover of bread pudding. Patrick really liked it, so I'm keeping the recipe. We had to walk to the corner store to get heavy cream. I couldn't believe it! We bought a dozen eggs, heavy cream, and some French fries for supper. That cost us $26! Ouch. But then the corner store isn't making money if they don't raise prices I guess. 

Today, I pretty much played my games. Then I decided I would try and bead. 

I put out the row to stitch. Then I started stitching to find out I needed to add another wire. While I was doing that, I saw a bead that looked like it went into the piece. Thinking I hit it and it rolled over to the other side. I added my new wire, then added the bead. I played it smart this time, I put a pin where I added that bead - Just In CASE. Well, that turned out to be a good idea on my part, because I had to take almost half the row out. Then I added it back in. That was about as far as I got today. 

When I was done, I took everything off the table to add a new tablecloth. This time we put out the one we got in Mexico. They hand made it and we decided we needed to enjoy it instead of putting it away. It's bright and pretty on the table now. 

Mom and Connie contacted me and said they have things to drop off. So, tomorrow both are coming over. Mom is coming with Nancy and Connie is coming as well. So, I will need to get a backing cut for Connie and I will need to be ready for mom. 

The weekend was actually enjoyable. Patrick was outside working in the yard, I was beading. Then when he was in the house, we chatted and enjoyed each other's company. I'm a little worried about him though. He's really losing weight. We talked about him getting jeans that will fit, since the ones he has are really baggy. He's down a good 10 lbs since April. 

Other than all that, I'm still keeping myself Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Another Trip To Olympia

 Today we enjoyed being able to sleep in. Today wasn't a day I walked with Ron. He was going golfing with one of his sons. 

We headed out to Safeway and got some groceries we needed. Also got a Birthday card for Sister-in-law. Then came home. Put everything away and then headed out to Olympia. 

I had my ultrasound for my thyroid. Hopefully it will be fine. I don't need another thing going wrong. 

Came home - again - and I decided I needed to get the quilts ready for the museum. 

The label that Stitch'n Peace put on the quilt was coming off, so I did the embroidery around it. I wanted to be sure it stayed on. Then I added the label for us. 

Once that was done, I put it with the other. Have 3 more to go. 

It's a pretty quilt. Another of the short ones though. Which gave me a little time to be Happy Quilting/Happy Stitching!

Vet Visit Today

This morning Patrick slept till around 10 am. He was having the runs today. It's routine now. Every few days, he gets the runs and can't do much. At least his spirits are up and he's not losing the vitamins he needs. It's keeping him out of the UC. 

We just pretty much relaxed all day. Till around 2:30 when we had to take Sophie for her vet appointment. She was really good. She hates going and loves to try and hide in the carrier. 

She put herself under that banket this time too. Patrick waited in the car. She got her check up and shot. She's healthy and is good for 3 years with her shot. Things look great. She didn't meow once on the way home. She did when we left but not very much and not very loud. Patrick was teasing her about being quiet with the meows. 

We came back home and fixed soup for Patrick and one of my lasagna's for me. Then we watched the debate. No comment there - this is a craft site, not political. lol 

It turned out to be a good day, even though it rained. Ron and I got 6 laps in today. And, yet again, it wasn't my day to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting! 

A Day Away

Today I was up early. Couldn't go back to sleep, my mind was running! Hate that! 

Patrick went golfing and I went walking with Ron. We got 5 laps in, and this time I couldn't go much longer, so we called it done. We left at 9:30 am again today. 

Patrick got home from golfing and we headed out to the casino. This time we lost money, but we were there about 3 hours. Maybe he will get to the point of waiting awhile again. Hard to say. When he's in the mood we go. I won't stop that. 

Came home and fixed supper. The rest of the day/night was sitting and watching TV. I didn't work on anything today. It wasn't my day to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

 

Beautiful Day Today!

Today was a good day for enjoying the beautiful weather. 

This is the road Ron and I walk on. It's really pretty today. I loved the sky blue going from light to dark. There is houses there, but the trees cover them. 

 This is the view from the side of our house. It's really pretty to see the sky so clear and the trees against the background. That's part of WA State for you! That's why I love it here. 

We walked 5 laps. Then I came in because it was warm today. This is our grape vines. 

And this is the flowers Patrick has on the deck. I love seeing them grow!

Came in the house and needed to put a few things away, like fabric and quilts for QOV. So, I decided to see what I could do about a panel we have. 

This is in the planning stage. The blocks on the side, with strips going across. I thought I could add the flag in there as well. I'm not sure how it will look, but I'm going to try and see. There are 5 blocks down on both sides. I will have to figure something for the top and bottom because there won't be enough for 80" long. I'm going to think on it. I may take a strip between each block as well. That might make it longer. 

Then I came up and put another row on my beads. More white is showing on her face. After that it was super time and I called it done. At least I had a good day for being Happy Quilting/Happy Stitching!

Feels Like Saturday

I know it's Monday, but man! It really felt like Saturday. 

This morning was busy. I was going to go to our BE meeting, but at the last minute it was cancelled. So, I got all I needed and headed out for the other stuff. I hit the bank first, then post office, and headed to Connie's. I dropped off 2 quilts and she gave me 2 more. 

Then it was off to moms. I dropped off 3 quilts for her. She was trimming the one from the church before I left. She had the binding sewn down by the end of the day. I stayed and chatted with my brother and his wife. Then it was time to come home. 

Stopped and got the car washed. Then I went and got some tea at Dutch Brothers. Brought one home for Patrick. I cleaned the car by vacuuming it as well. 

Came home and wanted to get a few rows in on the beading. 

 I only got one row in, but I did notice I can see the eyes when I'm beading now. Her nose will be next. Can't wait to see the face. She does blind into the background but at least you can tell it's her. She has a vet appointment this week. 

It didn't turn out to be a productive day, but it was a good day. I was able to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Still Pain, But I Did Finish The Top

This morning I was up before Patrick. Then I went walking with Ron. 

 This is where we turn around and walk back. It was so pretty to see the blue sky and clouds. I should have gotten closer for the photo, but I just love how the clouds and sky work together. 

Came back in the house and figured it was time for me to go down and get a few things done. I needed to get the quilt top done and off. 

I trimmed the sides, because it was way too wide. But now it will work. Patrick liked it and I think once it's quilted, they will like it better. 

When I finally finished that, I went and cut backing for Connie and 2 backings and battings for the 2 quilts I will take to Connie. (That includes mine). 

Came upstairs and called it day. Scott stopped by and we chatted for a good half hour. Then I played my games. Things are interesting in the game, but I can handle whatever comes my way. 

I'm still in pain, but not near as bad as yesterday and the day before. I'm doing fine. I just need to try and say up in spirits and not get depressed with this pain. So far so good. At least I can find time to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting. 

A Painful Day

This morning, I woke sore. And it pretty much lasted all day. 

Ron called and wanted to walk earlier because of the weather getting hot today. I said that was fine and we were walking at 9:30 am. We made 7 laps. 

Came in and worked on my lasagna for the freezer. I rolled the lasagna noodles with the stuff instead of making a pan of it. I rolled 15 lasagna rolls and cooked them. Had to use 2 pans. I had one for supper and then got the rest for the freezer. At least that way I have something to pull out when I don't know what I want for supper. Patrick had his leftovers from yesterday.  

I was in so much pain today. I'm still in pain. I think the numbness is wearing off, because it's very painful to move or touch my chest. I tried a bra, but that didn't work either. I should have put ice on it, but didn't do that either. Because of the pain, I didn't do much of anything. I pretty much just played my games. 

As much as I wanted it to be a day of doing something, it ended up being a day of anything but. Not even being Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Another Friday

This morning Patrick was up at 6 am. Guess he couldn't sleep any longer. I went back to sleep and woke a little after he left for golfing. 

I worked on a few things. Then I needed to go into town for more stuff. I went to the church to get a quilt, then to Safeway and bought stuff for dessert and lasagna to cook this weekend and freeze. Next stop was the post office and bank. Once all that was done, I came home. Shortly there after Patrick walked into the house. 

I worked on the strawberry pie we talked about. So, I got busy with that. 

It turned out really good. I just needed the syrup to be just a little thicker. It tasted awesome, just needed to cook it a little longer. 

We went out to eat at Dick's Brewery. I had a brat but the ones they make. I really didn't care for it. I ate half and brought the rest home to throw away. I didn't like leaving half my plate for them to throw away and insult them. I got the wrong Brat and I know better now. 

Came home and watched TV. Debbie came over and she gave me some fabrics she got for QOV. I need to do her reimbursement soon. I will work on it tomorrow. 

I didn't really feel like doing much with this heat. I really was hurting today. Like having tooth picks sticking out of your chest and every time something touched it, PAIN. UGH

So, it really wasn't a day to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!

Too Hot Today!

Patrick and I both slept in. 

When I finally got moving, I decided to get a few things done that needed to be done. I worked on our Facebook page for QOV. Then I worked on my bookkeeping and got us up to date. By that time, it was time for me to get to my game, since there was a timed activity. I played for awhile, then headed to my beading. 

I was able to get another 3 rows in today. I can see the eyes in the photo, but disappointed I can't see them as well when I bead. I figure it's the distance thing. It looks good from a distance and not really up close. I do like the photo! I will keep work on it. The brick work does take away from her for now. I want to see how well her body will come out. Colors are close. 

I wanted to make a pie today but did have what I needed. So, I decided to do it tomorrow. Mom called and said she cancelled quilting tomorrow. I was looking forward to it, but since my brother and his wife are there, she will be busy. 

It turned out to be a VERY hot day! We reached 90 degrees and I'm sweating! It's not going to be fun sleeping tonight! I had the cool air coming in the back door but didn't close it in time to keep some of that heat out. Oh, well. UGH! Guess I will have some clothes sticking to me in the next day or so. Trouble is with the seam on my chest, it will make it sore, and I will be looking funny pulling the shirt away from my boobs. That's fun for people in public with those looks of, "Are you kidding me? Playing with your boobs in public?" That's when I will have to either smile or put my head down and walk fast!

At least today I didn't go anywhere, and I was able to be Happy Stitching/Happy Quilting!