Category Archives: Life

To-Do Tuesday #32

What a week it was; snow and 2 Quilting Days at my Guild! How fun is it that we 3 who braved the snow each had the same Janome machine from the best shop in the Kootenays! I did manage to get a few things done or at least progressed on my list; 1. TakeContinueContinue reading “To-Do Tuesday #32”

Friday the 13th Fun!

Started my day seeing this; So far DH has cleared off the carport twice! We’ve had 14 inches since 2:00 this morning and it’s still coming down. Winter has arrived in full force. Update: DH did it 2 more times; I’ve done it once! Winter is here! ❄️⛄️❄️ My morning is being spent getting caughtContinueContinue reading “Friday the 13th Fun!”

I Like Thursday #21

Some weeks there just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day and others seem like they are four years long! This is a week where I am busy with teaching twice at the Guild which really makes me happy! Masks are mandatory and we have a limit of attendees to 6 so weContinueContinue reading “I Like Thursday #21”

Midweek Musings

It’s been an interesting week/month/year, hasn’t it? Covid-19 had us all going into lock down mode and due to the increasing numbers in parts of Canada, some Provinces are going to more restrictions. Most stores here in BC have “Mandatory Mask” signs. We utilized our stashes making masks for loved ones. Online stores were overwhelmedContinueContinue reading “Midweek Musings”

I Love Thursday #20

I really like heading over to LeeAnna’s blog Not Afraid of Color to see what a group of crafty friends share on their Thursday posts, which are then linked on LeeAnna’s Linky party. This has been one of my best finds to see what brings joy to these people and writing the posts makes meContinueContinue reading “I Love Thursday #20”

October Recap

For most us October was a month full of so much fun and creativity with some inspiring blog hops to get ideas going for several quick gifts. I was one of the stops on the From the Heart Blog Hop hosted by Carol of Just Let Me Quilt. You can read my post here IContinueContinue reading “October Recap”

Happy Hallowe’en To All My Friends Out there

I’m not sure what is happening in your part of the world, but here I am not expecting to see anyone other than by video calling. Before we moved to the golf course we didn’t have any trick or treaters because the property was out of town. I miss being in the city and seeingContinueContinue reading “Happy Hallowe’en To All My Friends Out there”

I Love Thursday #19

Here it is Thursday and the day that a fun group of bloggers share a list of things that make them happy. The list can be found on LeeAnna’s blog, Not Afraid of Color on her I Love Thursday post. I like being an election worker and doing my civic duty. I like seeing theseContinueContinue reading “I Love Thursday #19”

I Love Thursday #18

A few months ago I was introduced to LeeAnna and a group of inspiring friends who get together most Thursday’s to share a list of likes and loves over on LeeAnna’s blog Not Afraid of Color. Through the year of Covid 19, political drama, deaths, murders and political unrest, I found it to be veryContinueContinue reading “I Love Thursday #18”

I Love Thursday #18

Another week has gone by and so many of our quilty friends are sharing their lists of loves and likes over on LeeAnna blog, Not Afraid of Color. Do pop on over to see what treasures they are sharing with all of us today. My week has been full of fun and interesting events. IContinueContinue reading “I Love Thursday #18”

To-Do Tuesday 27

This week has just spun by so quickly. I was able to teach at my Guild again on Saturday. My group of 5 were each busy with their own projects so I even managed a bit of time with my machine. One of these amazing ladies finished constructing her quilt top that she started pre-Covid.ContinueContinue reading “To-Do Tuesday 27”

Happy Thanksgiving

Here in Canada it’s Thanksgiving Day. Some people are managing to share their holiday with family and friends. Others are choosing to stay home in their bubble. However you are choosing to spend your day I do hope it is wonderful. DH and I are tucked in at home. The weather is a bit unpredictableContinueContinue reading “Happy Thanksgiving”

I Love Thursday #17

I’m joining LeeAnna at Not Afraid of Color and a group of like minded people who share their likes or loves on Thursdays. It’s so inspiring to see such positive posts every week! Once again I’m late linking up but yesterday was a day away from home. I love the fall and the colours ofContinueContinue reading “I Love Thursday #17”

I Love Thursday #15

I will be joining some friends over at LeeAnna’s Blog, Not Afraid of Color to share posts about things we love or like. It’s a weekly thing and I’m sure you will find something to make you smile or even some quilty inspiration. Lord knows we could all use both added to our lives rightContinueContinue reading “I Love Thursday #15”

Garden Party

It’s that time again! Time to party! Marian at Seams to be Sew has been hard at work organizing her annual fall RAL and has rounded up 50+ participants this year and an incredible list of sponsors. Thanks Marian for another great experience being part of your hop. In keeping with the It’s a GardenContinueContinue reading “Garden Party”

No More Please

I thought this week couldn’t get any worse: – rising Covid numbers all over the world – increased numbers of anti- maskers – more lies from the American President – an increased likelihood of us having both Provincial and Federal Elections this fall in Canada. – the passing of my ex husband yesterday. And theContinueContinue reading “No More Please”

When Life Gets Overwhelmimg

Today was one of those days. We got up to smoky skies, but I could almost see my mountains. After breakfast we headed in to Nelson for DH to get X-rays, bloodwork, pick up prescriptions, and have physio. I planned to do the grocery shopping since we were in town. DH decided he is independentContinueContinue reading “When Life Gets Overwhelmimg”