corona-cation, episode 23

fridays used to mean a lot more in days gone by but at present it's another day--albeit nice and summery--to keep oneself amused.  with various events in our nation this week, and being inspired by blog photos, pulled out my big applique project....new england sampler.

it's one of my oldest UFOs and the goal is to have the top completely done and possibly basted by year's end.  i'm finding the hand sewing very relaxing and calming in the midst of chaos all around.  i was tempted to start a new applique piece but nope, the focus on this corona-cation is entirely UFOs. 

this week has been very unsettling for me.  i am sick of hearing about restaurants opening while fitness centers are still not available.  it appears the powers that be would rather you stuff yourself rather than improve your health. there are 80+ restaurants in my downtown area alone.   the management of my residential situation have completely lost their minds with the wacky restrictions here.  the media--TV and print--are simply rabble rousers intent on fueling every little injustice.  those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it.  i pray every day that God would have mercy on the USA.  I've lamented often about having no grandchildren but after this week, i am relieved....

corona-cation, episode 22

it's a hot ho-hum day, motivation waning to do much of anything....but did manage this...

now we are 5!  only 9 more rows for a flimsy.....with every row am liking this more and more....destined as a donation, it'll be tough letting this one go. today linking up with "wednesday wait loss" to show it off!  *** not much else shaking...bit of vacuuming, some meal prep and maybe some shredding later on.  feel the need for a mental health drive someplace just for change of scenery.  good news tho, hair salon taking appointments end of week for end of month....i'll need an hour for sure...lol!

corona-cation, episode 21

if you see this cutie today, wish her a happy birthday!  my dear daughter and she couldn't be more precious to me....it's bittersweet as she's at that stage of life when disappointments and missed opportunities rear their ugly heads....the brevity of life is startling real and hopes for the future seem far away.  but she is resilient and the love of her family and her faith will see her thru....some of us have been there and thrived, right?  this is one of my favorite photos of her when we were camping....

since this is monday, time to show off some sewing progress.....photo a bit wonky but this latest finish all set for the holidays....thanks to a friend for those ready-made flying geese units....

the panel was a senior center donation.....then, while clearing off the sewing table, sewed up some additions to this project.  have no idea how big it'll eventually be, but liking it more and more....

calling all jo morton and reproduction fans!  it's her new book, "tried and true", now available....knowing jo morton it's awesome!

now quilters.....start your engines!