Another Freebie Coming

I have come to the conclusion that I am getting old.  I was checking a date on my calendar and realized that all my appointments are medical; not one social engagement amongst the lot.  I have a dental on one day and my physical for the following.  I am sure the latter will set off another round of tests.
I am glad that I can still drag my aging feeble self to my sewing machine and cutting table. This evening, I will have more lighting so I will be able to tell between stray threads and the pattern on the fabric.   My husband just installed a ceiling fixture that has 6 lights and it is between the cutting table and my machine frame.  In keeping with the rustic look, the electric cord running from the light to outlet is a nice bright orange.  It was from an outdoor extension cord that had an unusable plug.
In between helping him by holding things in place, I have made some stew, pumpkin curry soup and a big container of coleslaw.  We also went out and picked both raspberries and blueberries.  There are lots of the latter this year but the birds beat us to the raspberries.  We are going to have to get out there a little more frequently.  It appears as though we are going to have a good crop of blackberries as well so the jam should be especially tasty this year.
Yesterday, I was musing about drawing a quilting pattern.  I did one.  When I get in onto the computer, I will put it on my web page where you will be able to access it.  It will be free.
Blessings,

Round up those Chickens.

My sister will be here in less than a week.  It will be so nice to have her and her husband here.  And then, very soon after their arrival, my other sister and her grandson will be arriving.  We can have a mini family reunion!
It is still lovely and cool here.  I should be able to finish quilting my top today and start on the binding. 
I have been thinking about designing some simple quilting patterns but will have to think about it for a bit longer.  I suspect that it is one of those things that look easier than it is.
I wish I had had my camera outside yesterday.  Our chickens decided to do walk about and wandered down the lane.  They were getting closer to the road when my husband decided to round them up.  Off he went in the ATV, circled back and herded them up the road.  Quite the sight.
We have started picking our raspberries.  I think we are going to get a good crop this year.  Our apple trees still aren't forthcoming so I think we are going to have to really fertilize them.  The tomatoes, on the other hand, are also going to give me a good supply.  I hope to make at least two batches of  chili sauce. The cabbage, cucumbers, zucchini and pumpkin are also showing signs of production.  It is going to be a busy fall.
I need to get the last steps of the mystery quilt posted.  Sorry that I am behind on this.  I seem to have been extra busy lately.  I will make a note to include it in Friday's blog.
Blessings,

Another Quilter Amonst Us

Doesn't the cooler weather make you feel like getting outside and enjoying the day?  I am feeling human and energized again.  Yesterday, our nephew and his family came to spend some time with us and we are able to walk around the village and then go for a drive.  If it had been as hot as before, we probably would have kept indoors. As it was, we all kept wandering outside even after we got home.  The dogs were walked (they have a Scottie) chickens admired, blueberries picked as well as just sitting and talking.  A lovely day.
I also had some time to show Mary my quilts and how each was constructed of blocks.  She was soon able to find the block and identify some of them by name. After looking through a couple of my books and a magazine, she was hooked. I believe another quilter has been created.  She is already a very creative person and quite proficient on a sewing machine so do doubt she will be turning out masterpieces in a very short time.  I am looking forward to seeing her work and perhaps will be able to share some of it with you.
Husband and I just got back from church a while ago and I think we are going to be having a quiet day.  I will probably do a few more rows on the quilt that is on the frame and will need to get my project ready for tomorrows quilt group day.
Other than Monday, next week is a fairly quiet one.  My brother and his wife and coming over on the weekend to cut some trees as, despite the recent heat, we know that winter will arrive again.
Blessings,

Morning Mist

What a lovely morning.  The air is fresh and cool.  There is a breeze blowing through the house and, outside, all the plants, birds and animals are taking a deep restoring breath.  We had a small thunderstorm last night that included a good amount of rain.  We have a severe thunderstorm watch for today but right now the sky looks overcast but not dark.
We went outside before breakfast and just walked around enjoying the coolness.  The sun was just starting to peek through the woods at the back of the property, burning off the mist and creating a chapel-like effect. 
My husband is outside now cleaning up the material left over from putting the stone work around the base of the studio addition.  I am tempted to bake bread but I'm not going to.  I have a quilt in the frame and I am going to get started on that.
I do have a turkey is the electric roast pan.  It will take all day to cook and will be ready for our weekend company. I have already got my housework finished so the rest of the day is mine.
Blessings,

Picking Blueberries.

Yesterday, I went with a friend to a part of Ontario that I hadn't seen before.  Whitby is on the shore of Lake Ontario and we did take a short walk to the shore line despite the temperature.  It was so hot that I expected to see the boulders that divided the water from grass to be turning to lava.
It was just a quick trip, drive down, visit a friend and then head back.  I was home shortly after 5 exhausted but glad we had gone.  I hadn't seen my friend for a few years so it was nice to catch up on how she was doing.
It is slightly cooler today but not enough that you want to be running around.  We went out early this morning and picked our wild blueberries.  We got enough that they will be a nice addition to our winter jam supply  We really need a good rainfall as our raspberries are ripening but are quite small.
My husband and I drove to a community north of us this afternoon that has a small but well stocked fabric store.  Her prices are quite good so I try to get there as often as possible.  I got the backing I needed for a quilt and a nice panel to make into a crib quilt.  Once I get the fabric washed this evening I can start quilting my top.
Blessings,

Hot, Hot, Hot.

Those of us in  Ontario are enduring another heat wave.  It is 33 degrees with the humidex being much higher.  My little dog is laying at my feet and when I move, she moves.  I am not sure if she is feeling in the need of comfort or what.  She doesn't seem to be hot but I think I will put a cool cloth on her paw pads just to make sure.
My husband let our baby chicks and turkeys out of the coop today.

 

 

They are in a shaded area with water to drink and are really enjoying themselves exploring the new area.  I have gone out to check on them a couple of time to make sure they are alright.  They are just a few weeks old and it is amazing how much they have grown.

I finished another top today and may get it in the frame and work on it this evening.  I will be away tomorrow but I can get the quilting started even if it is only deciding on the pattern and getting everything loaded.

Blessings,

Top Finished.

I have finished the top on which I was working and Heidi is letting me know that it suits her colouring.  I was going to put it in the frame today but I am sure I will find some mistakes so will take it to group on Monday and let them look over it for me.
Blessings,