WWQP Bulletin Board Chat

From Mary Jo G.

Hi,


I've not been able to post or to comment for a very long time. No replies from Eric, either. Thank you Rosey for posting this one. I follow your posts. We've been in the Boise area for 7 years this month, doesn't seem that long. Two grands have graduated from NNU, the local college in that time. Both are employed locally. A third is a freshman there. We love being close to them and seeing more of family as a result. #1 son and wife are in a tiny fishing village in AK where they want to make a difference in chilrens' lives. Both have less than 20 per class, big difference from 42 and 48 last year. We will make another trip to AZ, perhaps the last one. Am planning to clear all out there and leave it ready for new owners (hopefully). DH is not happy with that situation but it is time. He has not fully recovered from the auto accident 4 years ago and has less good days as time marches on. I'm recovering from thyroid cancer and 2 resulting surgeries. It is a kind that recurs; quarterly ct scans keep it in check. The back is a continual problem, likely aggravated from doing too much. Caregivers do that. I've discovered wool and am working on two applique quilts. One is the flannel shown on the cover of August's Quilt Mania. Appliques are in wool. Need to get a label made for a wedding gift this weekend, a bright cheddar quilt. Am quilting another, nearly done with it. Thought to applique and quilt at the same time, won't do that again. Do not like the way the back looks with decorative stitching. Live and learn. The garden is ready to be put away for the winter. We have a few tomatoes rescued before the last frost. I'm looking forward to planting in AZ, mostly herbs and flowers - maybe a tomato or two. Wishing you all a wonderful, quilty week.

Blessings,

MaryJo

posted by RoseyP @ 5:25 PM