Friday, September 4, 2015

Hangin' in there!

Things have been crazy around here since Aug. 21.  My beautiful 88 year old Dad took a stroke and our world was turned upside down.  Things have improved and he is home now and doing well but I had the proverbial ---- kicked out of me.  But I am now back at it.  My quilty life is so important to me and I miss it so much when I am away.  My Quilty Sister is home from Qatar for a visit, thankfully she was with Dad when he stroked and was able to get him instant help.  

Between her and I, we squeezed out some time and  made a little quilt for our niece's future baby boy.  


I have been working on a special project that is due next Thursday at my lovely little guild's monthly meeting.  It is a mini quilt challenge.  My partner is Miss Valerie of Purple Boots and Pigtails. I knew instantly what I wanted to make for her and set to work.  I hope she enjoys it as much as I do.  I know she will, what am I saying!  Can't show you or I will ruin the surprise but it won't be long until the reveal.   

 The next two months will be very busy with quilty things.  Stay tuned!

 Hope you had time to do something quilty today!


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17 comments:

  1. KaHollySeptember 4, 2015 at 4:59 PM

    Did a little quilty business late in the afternoon, but have been taking advantage of the lovely stretch of weather we have been having and went for a little paddle today. Glad your dad is continuing to improve and you are back at your machine. I just love that baby quilt, and I KNOW Miss Valerie is going to love her swap! XO

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  2. DoloresSeptember 4, 2015 at 6:32 PM

    So sorry to hear about your dad but he was darn lucky to have his daughter with him to get him immediate attention.
    That quilt just smacks of boy through and through.

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  3. Judy Cooper Textile ArtistSeptember 4, 2015 at 8:32 PM

    Sorry to hear about your dad. Glad he's home and doing well.
    Love the baby quilt. The colours go well together.

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  4. LesleySeptember 4, 2015 at 8:49 PM

    Linda, my thoughts and prayers are with you. As you know, my mom is also recovering from a stroke, so I know all about the world being turned upside down. Will be thinking about you...

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  5. Jak and Will by StephanieSeptember 4, 2015 at 9:36 PM

    Sorry about your father, I'm glad he's on the mend though. Take care of you too.

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  6. Jennifer Scantlebury VienneauSeptember 4, 2015 at 10:09 PM

    Sorry to hear about your Dad, Linda. Wishing him a steady path back to good health. And your baby quilt is adorable.

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  7. Purple Boots and PigtailsSeptember 4, 2015 at 10:21 PM

    Oh no Linda! I am so sorry about your Dad! It's so scary when this turn so quickly, the kind of news that kick you in the belly & takes your breath away. I am so very glad to know he's getting back on track and that help was quick. In a rural area that is not something we take for granted.

    I can't wait to see my wee quilt...and I can't wait to give you yours. I hope you'll love it as much as I loved making it! Just 6 more sleeps!
    ×0×

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  8. Purple Boots and PigtailsSeptember 4, 2015 at 10:22 PM

    Oh no Linda! I am so sorry about your Dad! It's so scary when this turn so quickly, the kind of news that kick you in the belly & takes your breath away. I am so very glad to know he's getting back on track and that help was quick. In a rural area that is not something we take for granted.

    I can't wait to see my wee quilt...and I can't wait to give you yours. I hope you'll love it as much as I loved making it! Just 6 more sleeps!
    ×0×

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  9. MarleneSeptember 5, 2015 at 3:58 AM

    How wonderful your sister was with your dad and able to help quickly. Good to hear he is home and trust he continues to recover well. Great baby quilt and how therapeutic to have a project to work on and especially with your sister.

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  10. KarenSeptember 5, 2015 at 7:45 AM

    I hope your Dad continues to improve - scary stuff.
    Katherine is so lucky to be showered in quilts from her aunts!

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  11. allthingzsewnSeptember 5, 2015 at 11:34 AM

    Hope thingz continue to improve all the way around,this is when we should be enjoying life the most. You and yours are in my prayers.

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  12. LinSeptember 5, 2015 at 3:26 PM

    Lots of love and prayers going to your Dad, and to you too. Gorgeous little quilt for the new baby. xx

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  13. IoleenSeptember 5, 2015 at 8:18 PM

    Hope your Dad is doing better. Prayers to you, your Dad and your family.

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  14. Donna quiltsSeptember 6, 2015 at 10:35 AM

    Glad to hear that your father is doing well now and I hope he continues to improve. It was a blessing that your sister was there.
    It's a beautiful quilt for a baby boy.

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  15. Anja @ Anja QuiltsSeptember 6, 2015 at 9:57 PM

    Sorry to hear about your dad. Hope he is doing better. Great baby quilt.

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  16. Jo FergusonSeptember 7, 2015 at 12:59 AM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. It's amazing that your sister was there when it happened. I hope he has a full recovery. I'm also glad that you both found some time to sew. The quilt is beautiful.

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  17. Julia D @ Jada's Quilting AdventuresSeptember 7, 2015 at 7:59 AM

    Sorry to hear about your dad. It's good that he is home now. And also good that your sister was there with him. The sweet combined effort of the baby quilt will be very special to your niece :) It is a sweet baby quilt.

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