what's this? another post this week? finally getting back into pre-vacation groove...well, sort of. started the monthly mini before i left, inspiration from jo morton's last little women's club....
and one monthly goal? it was to make progress on the folk art nativity and did just that...
didn't expect any finishes but moving along snail's pace, fine with me.....and next month's goal?
finish quilting this repro joseph's coat....more than half done now and will add another little finish to the month as well...
and just this week finished my birthday book...
was a devotee of prairie home companion for many years....and this book the definitive PHC history but also insight into the often sad and poignant life of its creator. some funny limericks and behind-the-scenes stories but at times overwhelmingly depressive and sad....keillor's life was besot by many tragedies, the final straw being falsely accused by a former employee seeking a big payoff that made him a media outcast. his health struggles and family origins detailed, warts and all, overshadowed the humor and enjoyment the show portrayed. will recommend with these caveats, as there are also many funny anecdotes and those bawdy limericks.
and in my own personal lake woebegone it's been a positive week....weather balmy and breezy, discharged from PT and orthoman both declaring me fully healed and strong. cane remains part time but that's to be expected. resume cardiac fitness to rebuild endurance, also back to dietary restrictions after more than a few slips, autumnal household tasks listed, stocking up at farmer's market....vacation over but not at all forgotten, manage to slip back to the beach in my heart and mind still.
A darling mini. Love the chrome and red!
ReplyDeleteThe nativity is coming along, and your Joseph's Coat quilting is looking really good.
That last little finish really caught my eye. Wow! Love it, Grace.
We used to listen to his radio program all the time. Had no idea there was so much sadness in his life. But then I guess we could say that about most people, but it sounds like his was pretty tough.
Thanks for the tip about Garrison's book. We enjoyed PHC for years and got to two live performances. I especially like the little basket blocks.
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, your monthly mini is gorgeous! My colors and I love that pattern. Thanks for once again chiming in. Your Nativity is really coming along. I love the top you are donating. I'm glad you have been released from PT. More time for quilting! I used to love to listen to Prairie Home Companion. I have not read the book, but heard of some of his troubles in life. Glad you are enjoying the book. Hope you get lots of quilting in now that you are home. Keep those Maine thoughts!
ReplyDeleteI like your little basket quilt a lot! I used to enjoy PHC very much. I got to one live show and on a separate occasion was in an elevator with him! I play accordion and wanted to thank him for featuring accordion players on his show, but decided to respect his privacy and stay silent.🙂
ReplyDeletegood thing...he was actually quite an introvert...
Deletecute mini.......I must make some.......
ReplyDeletelove the quilt projects you shared here also........
Thanks for linking up with Elm Street Quilts One Monthly Goal and congrats on your finish!
ReplyDeleteLovely to hear Lake Woebegone has a sunny weather forecast! Love the basket mini...
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