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unraveled wednesday* | 5.16.18 ...

 

sunset 5.15.2018 ~ 7:55 pm

12:57 pm 

*not only on wednesday but every day...or so it seems. From time to time I make reference to a "groaning board agenda," something I'm quite prone to create for myself. Apparently my eyes are bigger than my stomach and/or I have no concept at all how long anything I set out to do will take...and today's no exception. On today's list: 10 things...and as of this writing, I've accomplished 50%. Of course, the day's not quite 50% done. A quick review, however, holds promise...and maybe, I will "push away from the table feeling not only full but accomplished"...time will tell...

Be that as it may, I've already forwarded two items to Friday and am tackling three in the next hour or so...so, onto today's topic:

Knitting/Stitching: Have not knit a stitch since last week but I am three-quarters finished with stitching on the binding of Elias' quilt! (Binding is the next to  last thing one does on a quilt; the last is usually to sew on a label)  I think I'll finish tomorrow when I join my Thursday stitchin' group!

Reading: I've about 100 pages left in Louise Penny's 4th Inspector Gamache Novel : A Rule Against Murder. This one intriques me because  included is a story about Gamache's father, whose name also happens to be Honore´... I'm curious to know why he's in this novel... As I've mentioned before, Fiction is not my "go to" genre of choice so I'm glad I've found Inspector Gamache. I plan to read the rest of the series via audiobook - except for a couple titles. ...And I'm thinking about "summer reading" choices - they make wonderful walking companions! 

And that's the way it is this Wednesday... just as I was penning this post, the fence estimator called...he was able to come early. So, perhaps I'll get through my list before the sun sets... Ha! no worry today: it's grey rainy ...and that's the way it's gonna be! Joining Kat and others today!

Cheers~

week in the life | thurs 5.10.2018 | thankful ...

 

 

Thankful for this morning's sunrise - 6:02 am

Today is  Stitchin day...there were just three of us instead of our usual 5 : one just returned home after surgery and an 8-days stint in the hospital and the other is in Cape May, getting her summer home ready.

Tho' we missed  them, they missed another great spread: prosciutto and salami; grilled aspagus with lemon juice; two kinds of cheese - my Achilles heel-and lots of other tasty bits: breads; fresh melon and citrus fruits; olives; and the best dessert this side (east ) of the Rockies: a lemon mini cupcake... Yum! Yum!

I shared Sally Melville's Necessary Neutral  (thanks to Kym for introducing and sharing on her blog ) with Hilary, our hostess. She's a long time knitter, has lots of  yarn and two young granddaughters, so she decided to knit a blanket for each - this is the first one, about half done.

Thankful for this fun bit of entertainment and fun for little ones

3:50 pm: Sitting outside Starbucks at my fave place - across from the water spout. Tho' the sky is overcast and a storm threatens, the temp is 83°. Just a year ago, this shopping mall that houses Whole Foods had just opened...now there is a membership gym; several restaurants; a bank; Xfinity and several other businesses plus townhouses...and construction continues ...I enjoy coming/stopping here, especially in the warm weather so I can sit outside and take in the sights - out "in the nature," as my niece Dolly oft said when she was about her son Chris' age...who'll be 4 years old in exactly one month! Being here reminds me that we should bring Chris to play in the water, too! 

4:08 pm: Feeling raindrops! Guess it's time to go home...drats! Before the rains really come...

5:26 pm : Home---no rain... Norman and I catch each other up on our day and I chat on the phone with friend MT  and update my notes for the blog post...

Thankful for this evening's sunset @ 8:01 pm

7:56 pm : Watched the news; finished today's layout; took photo of the sunset and had this delicious salad...

Thankful for this delicious salad

9:00 pm: Retired for the evening with a glass of wine and knitting:  the log cabin/nine-patch block.  Progress is slow but it exists...

Thankful for a lovely day with friends,  home sweet home and the making of many pleasurable memories. For what are you thankful?

Cheers~

 

weekending...

 

The first sunset of DST (daylight savings time and also the English letters of my Greek Sorority, Delta Δ Sigma  ∑ Theta Θ - just a bit of trivia...) 

7:14 PM/ESDST:  I looked out the window and noted the sun was setting...and promptly went to capture a few pics...

Quiet around here today; we're both trying to readjust to the loss of an hour -  I didn't do so well, getting up a good hour+ after my normal waking time and then, lounging in bed, reading, journaling, etc...

Spent some time - the sun was shining in my sewing studio - sewing the strips of Elias' quilt. Yesterday, I decided to order some fabric, after all, to include in the quilt...I think it's going to be "just perfect;" the only problem: it's coming from Oregon...

My arm still smarts from Friday's pneumonia shot. Seems that as the day wears on, discomfort intensifies...

I listened to this week's 100 Day Project interview. Not sure that I'm doing a project...contemplating several options. If I do, it will be to create and establish or solidify habit/s pertaining to my 2018 words, especially "mindful"...

Döstädning  continues... a long, slow process, especially sorting through papers and odds/ends of notes, mostly written on whatever piece of paper was handy at the time the thought materialized... but I have no deadline. Who knows, this may be my 100 day project! ...

Last Sunday, I stopped at the grocery store and there was a Brownie troop, setup outside, selling Girl Scout cookies - after all, it is March! They were a loud group of little ones, just as cute as can be with their fun sunglasses and signs and unbridled excitement. Reminded me of my Brownie/Girl Scout days: I was not a successful door-to-door salesperson and we certainly didn't have the opportunity to set up shop outside a supermarket. Of course I bought a box of shortbread cookies - my favorite - and got permission to take their picture. Fun trip down memory lane! 

And that's a wrap for this, the 10th weekend of 2018. What stood out for you this weekend?

Cheers~

a breath of spring...

~sunset:  circa 6:10 pm ~

Today we had a breath of spring-like weather! The temperature reached a balmy high of 71 degrees! And sunshine! One was almost enticed to run outside and turn a somersault or two...but one's better sense prevailed! Fortunately. Instead, one spent the afternoon attending to crossing off items on last week's list - barely looked at to due to being laid low with the flu! One major accomplishment: updating the Mac operating system. I just love the help I get from Apple Support! Looks like I have about 45 minutes remaining before the OS is updated.

Tomorrow's forecast suggests more of the same weather. N has an early AM doctor appointment and I imagine we'll swing by the grocery store afterwards ... we're down to two bananas and other essentials. It will be good to get out a bit...especially on a balmy spring-like day.

Cheers~

today is tuesday...

 

 

On the campus of The University of Maryland/College Park is a new hotel, aptly named The Hotel. It has 297 rooms, conference facilities plus several interesting restaurants. I stopped today to check out the restaurants and make reservations for a New Year's Day brunch for my friend Margaret whose birthday is New Year's Day...and yes, she was the first baby born in the town...the hotel lobby is quite dramatic and I was really taken to this seating area - one could easily take up residence...

I was out and about mid-morning primarily to check out The Hotel restaurants and to order new glasses! I had my eye exam Nov 30 and with Dolly in the hospital, today was the first chance I had to go choose frames! I was surprised that traffic was so light between noon and 3 pm... 

No errand of mine is complete without a stop at the grocery store...this time Whole Foods... Home, I have a slice of veggie pizza calling my name...so I guess I'll wrap up this post and go eat, especially since sunset is nigh...

Cheers~

 

 

sunrise...sunset...

 

sunrise @ 6:58 am

 

sunset @ 5:01 pm

 

I don't think I shall ever tire of seeing either... and today, we were given the opportunity to witness both of these spectacular wonders. 

 

Monday Musings...

 Sometimes Mondays are a mish mash of odd things:  

Driving to quilt meeting this morning, I saw a McDonald's delivery truck. Who-da thought that Mickey D's would be doing home delivery? Why, I remember the first McDonald's when you could buy a Big Mac, French Fries - oh so good!- and a milkshake for a $1.00. Yep, a dollar!

We had a guest lecture at quilt meeting today; and afterwards, a class.  The workshop was a great complement to the week long class I attended in Sisters. Stay tuned for a little reveal  later in the week.

I stopped at Whole Foods on my way home and parked several spaces over from the car above ...yeah, it actually rides up and down city streets. I think it's a Buick. Have you ever seen such? 

At the end of  a very steamy, muggy, humid day, we had a pretty nice sunset. I was really intrigued with the smokey grey clouds... Quite lovely!

Win one...lose two. The Nats lost tonight to the Cubs. Tomorrow is game 4. If the Cubs win, then the series and the season  is over for the Nats, We're hoping that's not the case. To be continued....

And that's the way it is this Monday 9 October.

Cheers~

 

think write thursday | I'm with Kat ...

 

 

(@ sunset ~8:08 pm)

ThinkWriteThursday is taking the week off so, as Kat, I'm sharing just a little of this and that:

• Olive (Kitteridge)  and I took our last walk this morning; I grew to like the crusty ol' lady...
• Met with friends for an afternoon of stitching...I took the third Top This hat to begin, knit the first row and discovered I'd made a mistake...so, I'm right where I was: at the beginning...
• Bought a loaf of Asiago Cheese bread from Panera this afternoon...it's supposed to serve 10; I think I could eat the entire loaf by myself - it is that good! I won't...at least not in one sitting. But I'm tempted...
• Treated myself to  a mani-pedi this afternoon and had my toes painted a lovely pink red ~ usually I just have clear polish...
• Still deadheading (aka clearing my brain) -  takes a little longer than one thinks but in the end, so worthwhile...
• Today is National Spoil Your Dog Day. Apparently there is a National something for everyday of the year. Check it out. Fun! ...

And with this, I end and bid all a great Fri-YAY!

Cheers~

 

 

sunrise...sunset...

 

Sunrise ~

Grey clouds whiz by. Birds

Fly high as sunlight peeks through

A gentle breeze cools.

Sunset~

The setting sun's rays

Cast a golden hue on puffy

Clouds floating over...

My friend Pat, one day retired ,was honored for the eight years she served as Lay Pastoral Assistant at her church. Members of the congregation held a lovely reception after today's 5 o'clock Mass. I am sure that she will be missed for she built a series of excellent programs for the parishioners, especially the seniors and infirmed. And now that she is retired, her plans are to add more quilt-making into her daily life. 

Congratulations Pat on your retirement and especially your service as Lay Pastoral Assistant. You done good!

Cheers~

think write thursday | hello june ...

 

     (sunrise)           
                        

(sunset)

And what is so rare as a day in June? Then, if ever, come perfect days ~ James Russell Lowell

 

            June may be my favorite month or is in close competition with September. Today has been the best example of why, as illustrated by the two photos and the quote, my most absolute favorite - one I've  read every year, for decades. 

Today, I had a leisurely morning and spent the afternoon with friends, stitching, talking, relaxing. My crystal ball for the month promises more leisurely days characterized by long walks, good books to read and music to listen to, knitting and stitching and gatherings with friends and family to celebrate birthdays, Father's Day.. and gratitude that we are all alive and well. And, perhaps I'll throw in a storage room declutter...if I get 'roun to it. 

Joining in with Carole and Kat for ThinkWrite Thursday; do visit Carole's blog to see what others also have on tap for June. 

Cheers~