I just got back from going for a walk with the dog. I have a choice of three routes I can take and I try to alternate them as each has a different terrain. If I follow the trail through our property, I have to walk slower because there are a lot of things that could cause me to trip. Using this route, I believe, helps my balance. If I go north on the road there are a lot of hills, whereas to the south it is easier so I go further and include a bit of running.
I haven't done the latter route for a while because I have been trying to build up my stamina but, today, that way was my choice. It was nice to be able to walk at a good clip at least until the neighbour's dog came at us. It is a large one but friendly so not a danger. However, it kept dancing around Heidi and she kept trying to avoid it. Not fun. My repeated shouts to go home didn't make much difference but it did, eventually, go away. Of course, we had to pass it again on the return trip.
I find it very annoying when people don't keep their dogs under control. Obviously, this one was outside on its own. It could have been hit by a vehicle. I know the owner and he is a responsible person, a retired police officer, but has a blind spot as to his dog.
I always carry my cane with me in case there is a need to ward off something wild and waving it around often deters the tamer animals. If necessary I could take a poke at a annoying dog but I hate to do it. It isn't the dog that is at fault.
I shall probably have to avoid going in that direction although I shouldn't have to make the choice. Life, no matter where you live, is never without problems.
Blessings,
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Book Cover
SCRAPPY QUILTS AND MORE
FROM
8 Detailed Projects plus Recipes and Stories from
Anna Branch, the Back Woods Quilter
The book is now off to be proofread. I am, despite illness and holiday preperations, on schedule. It will be available as a download, payable through paypal. You don't need to have an account with them to purchase the book. I will make provisions for those who prefer to have it mailed because of internet speed.
Now I am going to try and not think about it for a bit and get some other work done.
Blessings,
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Trials and Triumphs
Just a few more days and we will be in the last month of the year. It hardly seems possible that another year is about to slip into history.
How has 2012 been for you? Did you reach some goals? Celebrate a milestone? I am sure some of you have gone through some difficult times and are glad to see the end of the year. Others know their problem will continue on for some time.
Like you, we have had challenges and victories. My husband's youngest sister was diagnosed with and then defeated cancer. We have a friend who is, with faith and courage, continuing to fight the same disease. Another friend has had to deal with a devastating family situation but, she too, continues to trust in God and know she will have the strength needed to keep going.
We also have had some family problems and don't see any immediate solutions but we continue to experience many blessings.
My book completion is on schedule and should be ready within a week. We both still enjoy good health and never a day goes past when we don't give thanks for living in such a wonderful place. In a few weeks, we will be celebrating Christmas with my family. This is the first time I have been able to do so since I was fifteen. My Canadian brother won't be there but as he lives near by, we are able to visit often. Life is good.
Blessings,
How has 2012 been for you? Did you reach some goals? Celebrate a milestone? I am sure some of you have gone through some difficult times and are glad to see the end of the year. Others know their problem will continue on for some time.
Like you, we have had challenges and victories. My husband's youngest sister was diagnosed with and then defeated cancer. We have a friend who is, with faith and courage, continuing to fight the same disease. Another friend has had to deal with a devastating family situation but, she too, continues to trust in God and know she will have the strength needed to keep going.
We also have had some family problems and don't see any immediate solutions but we continue to experience many blessings.
My book completion is on schedule and should be ready within a week. We both still enjoy good health and never a day goes past when we don't give thanks for living in such a wonderful place. In a few weeks, we will be celebrating Christmas with my family. This is the first time I have been able to do so since I was fifteen. My Canadian brother won't be there but as he lives near by, we are able to visit often. Life is good.
Blessings,
Friday, November 23, 2012
Sales
We have had a heavy rainfall this morning and it is supposed to get steadily colder as the day goes on which is going to make for a nasty drive home for commuters.
I am snug in my backwoods rug with the stove going, gentle music on the radio and my Internet working. We are planning on going to an area craft sale tomorrow if the roads are okay. If not, we will stay home.
I finally figured out what I am going to do for the corner blocks on a pattern. Seems a simple enough situation but because the border is pieced and the way the colours lined up, I just couldn't decide. I finally picked one of the blocks from the pattern and used it. Perfect. Often when I come up with a design, it seems so simple that I wonder if anyone will find it interesting enough to do. However, when I start working out the details, I have the opposite reaction. I hope to get this top done today and ready for the frame. I also need to do some baking as my husband is running out of munchies. Will probably do that this afternoon.
Is anyone taking advantage of the grey Thursday, black Friday or cyber Monday sales? I looked at a few things on line but there wasn't anything that tempted me to spend. Things I would like but not enough to put it on a credit card. So, I guess I saved a lot of money!
My cactus plants are blooming. This is the first time since we moved here and they are covered in beautiful red blooms.
Hope all is well in your part of your world.
Blessings,
I am snug in my backwoods rug with the stove going, gentle music on the radio and my Internet working. We are planning on going to an area craft sale tomorrow if the roads are okay. If not, we will stay home.
I finally figured out what I am going to do for the corner blocks on a pattern. Seems a simple enough situation but because the border is pieced and the way the colours lined up, I just couldn't decide. I finally picked one of the blocks from the pattern and used it. Perfect. Often when I come up with a design, it seems so simple that I wonder if anyone will find it interesting enough to do. However, when I start working out the details, I have the opposite reaction. I hope to get this top done today and ready for the frame. I also need to do some baking as my husband is running out of munchies. Will probably do that this afternoon.
Is anyone taking advantage of the grey Thursday, black Friday or cyber Monday sales? I looked at a few things on line but there wasn't anything that tempted me to spend. Things I would like but not enough to put it on a credit card. So, I guess I saved a lot of money!
My cactus plants are blooming. This is the first time since we moved here and they are covered in beautiful red blooms.
Hope all is well in your part of your world.
Blessings,
Thursday, November 22, 2012
More Fowl Stories
If those of you living in other countries heard a loud cheer this morning, it wasn't because of a sports team wining a game. We received e mail notification this morning that Craftsy is, once again, shipping to Canada. They are one of my favourite souces of fabric and books as well as patterns (the few that I buy). I was disappointed when they decided not to ship north.
Whatever the reason for the decision-monetary, probably-we are now able to once again spend our hard earned loonies (slang for a dollar coin) on their products.
It is gradually getting colder here in the backwoods. We are having to feed the woodstove more frequently and bare arms aren't as comfortable. It is still above freezing but that is supposed to change by the weekend.
We are starting to take care of the final details of our trip to England. I am going to book a motel for the night before today and will be getting my dress for the wedding started on Monday. I am taking advantage of the large table space at quilt group to cut the fabric. After that, all we have to do is pack and show the lady who is going to be looking after the house and chickens where everything is.
Once this month is finished, I am sure the time will go quickly so I don't want to leave anything to the last minute. Any available time has a habit of filling up in a twinkle. And now I am going to have a look at the specials that Craftsy is promoting.
Blessings,
Whatever the reason for the decision-monetary, probably-we are now able to once again spend our hard earned loonies (slang for a dollar coin) on their products.
It is gradually getting colder here in the backwoods. We are having to feed the woodstove more frequently and bare arms aren't as comfortable. It is still above freezing but that is supposed to change by the weekend.
We are starting to take care of the final details of our trip to England. I am going to book a motel for the night before today and will be getting my dress for the wedding started on Monday. I am taking advantage of the large table space at quilt group to cut the fabric. After that, all we have to do is pack and show the lady who is going to be looking after the house and chickens where everything is.
Once this month is finished, I am sure the time will go quickly so I don't want to leave anything to the last minute. Any available time has a habit of filling up in a twinkle. And now I am going to have a look at the specials that Craftsy is promoting.
Blessings,
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Running Afowl.
It is a foggy day in the backwoods today but, thankfully, that is outside. My head has cleared up as has all the flu symptoms and I am getting things done. I have started editing my book so am on the home stretch for getting it published. Still have a couple more patterns to do but one is almost finished.
I thought, yesterday that I might have to buy another printer. I was part way through printing the book, as I prefer reading on paper than a screen, and I got a paper jam. Of course, I did what you are not to do and just pulled out the sheet. It was intact so I thought I was alright. Nope. Spent the rest of the evening searching for non existent bits of paper. I even disassembled some of the printer, used my little hand vacuum, wiped what I could see all without success. While I was doing this, the ink cartridges didn't move from its position part way across the carriage. I figured they were stuck and as I wasn't risking anything by 'encouraging' them. I gave them a push, they moved and the error message went out. Voila.
This morning I had to put everything back in place around the printer stand (I will really be glad when I have the extra room in my new studio) and finished the printing.
We have been having some problems with one of our chickens. She keeps escaping the fenced in area. She avoided detection the first time and spent the night outside which, if chicken are able to reason, should have cured her wandering problem. It didn't, however, and Roger has been busy trying to find all her escape areas. As she is one of the ones not laying at the moment, her days may be numbered!
Happy Thanksgiving to all the American readers. I have been getting Black Friday sales information on my computer all week.
Blessings,
I thought, yesterday that I might have to buy another printer. I was part way through printing the book, as I prefer reading on paper than a screen, and I got a paper jam. Of course, I did what you are not to do and just pulled out the sheet. It was intact so I thought I was alright. Nope. Spent the rest of the evening searching for non existent bits of paper. I even disassembled some of the printer, used my little hand vacuum, wiped what I could see all without success. While I was doing this, the ink cartridges didn't move from its position part way across the carriage. I figured they were stuck and as I wasn't risking anything by 'encouraging' them. I gave them a push, they moved and the error message went out. Voila.
This morning I had to put everything back in place around the printer stand (I will really be glad when I have the extra room in my new studio) and finished the printing.
We have been having some problems with one of our chickens. She keeps escaping the fenced in area. She avoided detection the first time and spent the night outside which, if chicken are able to reason, should have cured her wandering problem. It didn't, however, and Roger has been busy trying to find all her escape areas. As she is one of the ones not laying at the moment, her days may be numbered!
Happy Thanksgiving to all the American readers. I have been getting Black Friday sales information on my computer all week.
Blessings,
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
The Flu?
Hope everyone had a good weekend. My husband and I both had some sort of intestinal upset. he was quite sick and in bed on Wednesday and Thursday. I was feeling somewhat smug as I looked after him because I was healthy. We were scheduled to go to Orillia on Saturday to get our photos taken and, by Friday evening, it did look as though we would make it. Not on Saturday. I got sick. Felt a bit better Sunday and then worse on Monday. Today I think I am over it. I hope. I have a lot of work to do.
That being the case, I hope you will understand if this is just a short note. I am trying really hard to get my book ready for the beginning of December and I still have things to do for our trip to England.
By the way, here we nearly at the end of November, and I saw a robin yesterday!
Blessings,
That being the case, I hope you will understand if this is just a short note. I am trying really hard to get my book ready for the beginning of December and I still have things to do for our trip to England.
By the way, here we nearly at the end of November, and I saw a robin yesterday!
Blessings,
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