I have a five year old grandson and I can't imagine the pain these people are going through. We had the occasion to babysit him this weekend and you can guess that I gave him lots of hugs and kisses along with his precious little sister. And then his mother called and asked if we were okay yesterday! Seems as though he woke up that same night throwing up! Poor baby--there is a yucky stomach bug going around. And yes--we are okay.
We babysat them at their house. It's always interesting to babysit your grandchildren at their house. You get to see all their STUFF. And play with their toys-- while Hog Man is glued to the hunting channel. LOL We played Memory. Well, we sorta played. DGD Paisley being a two year old didn't quite understand and kept getting the cards out of order. Her brother was pretty patient with her and I am very proud of him for that. Hog Man had arranged to pick up some young Hamp gilts from a family that were showing near McKinney Saturday afternoon. So we loaded up the kids and they got to experience their first pig show. DGS Mason wanted to do what the other kids were doing in the show rig--walking with their pig and lightly tapping them to turn them and keep their heads up. We explained that he couldn't that day but he could come spend some time with us and practice at our house -- Papaw could show him how. He told me that he had two weeks off from school at Christmas. LOL For a little boy that doesn't like getting dirty -- this will be very interesting. He does love animals, though and always ask, "Where is Sissy (aka Little Doggy)?" as if he wants to say "she's a part of the family why didn't you bring her?"
We had our WCQG Christmas party on the 8th. It was lots of fun with lots going on. New guild t-shirts were passed out. Games were played--"Pin the flowers on the quilt" and pass the gift to the right/left poem. There were quilts donated to send to those affected by Hurricane Sandy. Lots of show and tell. And of course, lots of good food and fellowship. Our Christmas party is a mini reunion for past and present members and of course a time to invite friends. It's always wonderful to see old friends and visit.
I have a finish! The star quilt came off the frame the first Wednesday in Dec. and I finished sewing the binding on this past Friday. Woohoo!
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| This is the first quilt I have marked lines with a Frixion pen. I used a blow dryer on a hot setting to "remove" the lines. On the dark area I used an Allary chalk marker. I was pleased with how the markings stayed on during the quilting. I will throw the quilt in the washer this week. I love the "homey" feel of this quilt, the "wonkyness", and the fabrics used. |
I am making good progress hand quilting on DD Amanda's dresden plate quilt. As of this morning there are four 14 inch blocks completely quilted. Woohoo! I have been quilting most every evening while watching TV.
DS#1 spent a few days with us. He had a medical test that didn't allow him to drive afterwards so we accompanied him to his appoinment. He woke up with a migraine (he's been having a lot of them most of this last year) so he stayed an extra day. Could you say a prayer for him to get relief from his back pain and migraines? Thank you. He recently bought his first sewing machine. He brought it with him and I showed him how to thread it, wind a bobbin, and he made his first stitches. Another quilter! He already has fabric bought and a pattern selected. We just have to find a weekend to cut and sew.
This will be another busy week with Kraz-z Quilters Christmas party this week and then our family Christmas gathering coming up. There will be lots of cleaning, cooking, decorating, and sewing gifts going on around her.
Blessings from the Catering Quilter.
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