First thing: I want to thank every one of you for your caring and your words of advice. Please know that I take all of it to heart. And I'm acting on most of it.
1. No more news for me, at least for a while.
2. No more social networking where politics are involved.
3. Slow down on the house renovation. It will get done when it gets done.
4. Explore alternative treatments for fibromyalgia.
5. And keep my eye on the prize, the God who sustains me.
6. Remember to let God handle the problems that I have no control over.
I really do feel better today, thanks especially to all of you. I got out of the house yesterday afternoon, did a little browsing through our local flea market mall. Just being away from here, where all the work awaits me, made me feel tons better. And after, I dropped by Chick-fil-A for a vanilla shake, which REALLY made me feel better.
So now I want to show you some progress I've made in my living room. Remember the old window that I bought at the thrift store? I ordered a piece of fabric from the same Waverly line as the striped fabric that Daniel will use to make my valence. I glued the fabric to a piece of foam core and stapled it to the back of the old window. That's the result above in the photo of my mantle.
And above is a photo of the quilt I hung in the living room to go with the new color scheme. I bought this vintage quilt several years ago at a yard sale in Mountain Brook. I paid $25 for it and still feel guilty for practically stealing it. The woman who sold it to me could tell me only that it was at least 50 years old and her grandmother made it. I believe it was probably made from one of those prestamped cross-stitch quilt kits, probably in the 50s. Anyway, I love it. The hand quilting, which you can see in the photo below, is amazing. There are some worn places as well as one pretty noticeable stain, but these defects hardly detract from the quilt's charm.
I just now had a call from a delivery man who has my new sofa on his truck. He will be delivering it sometime today. He promised to give me a 30-minute warning before he gets here. So I'll go now and clear out the spot in front of this quilt where the sofa is going to go. Photos later.
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On 05/28/2010, Loribelle said ...
I have an old window pane like yours but sanded and refinished it to match the wood in my guest room. I wanted to somehow press flowers behind each pane but you, my dear, have given me a new and much-easier-sounding idea!! Thanks, you're awesome!!
Can't wait to see your new couch. Hope that black dog likes it as much as she did the green one!! Love you loads, LBJ
On 05/28/2010, Sandy said ...
Congratulations!! You beat it!! Have a blessed day.
On 05/28/2010, Nicole said ...
I love what you did wih the window pane. That fabric behind it is wonderful. And the cross stitch quilt? My gosh, what a find! It is a treasure and works perfectly with your new decorating style. Wish we had garage sales like that where I live!
So glad your outlook is better today. I have been living pretty much news free for a few years and feel much less stressed.
On 05/28/2010, Joyce said ...
Soooo glad you are feeling better!!!!
Hey.. check this out:
HGTV's Endless Yard Sale will be back filming this year and we're looking for fun, energetic shoppers to feature on the show. Specifically, we’re on the hunt for teams of neighbors, friends and co-workers (must live in the same town) who’d be willing to compete against each other in a yard selling competition. Each team will be given a budget to makeover a room in their home. If you’ll be shopping 'til you drop, between Chattanooga, TN, and Frankfort, KY, on August 6 -8th, 2010, and you (and your friends) think you have enough personality to share with the nation, e-mail us the details. We want to know your mission and what you love about the "World's Longest Yard Sale!" Please include a photo of yourself. We are casting NOW, so please don’t wait!!
I copied this from the hwy 127 website. You should get some of your Leeds buddies together and apply for this. I'd love to watch you on it! :)
On 05/28/2010, Joanne said ...
Love that wonderful quilt! And your window is awesome. My old window is smaller, only has six panes. I glued wallpaper cutouts to the back of the panes--grape leaves and clusters. I'm sure you've seen it.
I'm so glad you're feeling better. But feeling better doesn't mean you're supposed to jump up and exhaust yourself all over again. Take lots of time off to rest and renew your body and spirit. After all, it's YOUR house, and your time. Think "me first" for a while.
- Love - JR
On 05/28/2010, Cheran said ...
I don't know if you want this info or not.....I have a co-worker with fibromyalgia and she says that "high doses" of Musinex (the cold expectorant)helps with the pain. Her Doctor doesn't know why, but she says it helps. Anyway - I like your attitude and love your quilts. Thanks for sharing!
On 05/28/2010, Stephanie said ...
Glad you are feeling better! That window pane is super cute. How cute and clever! I love the vintage quilt you picked up, too. Looks like you are making good progress. Remember with home renovations...the journey is most of the fun! I always find I'm in a hurry to get it done and then when it's done, I am twiddling my thumbs and wishing I had more to do! :-)
On 05/28/2010, Barbara Anne said ...
Hi Susan,
Glad you're feeling better and you were wise to take yourself away for a play day as therapy! What better than a milk shake to complete the cure?!
Your idea for the window with coordinating fabric turned out well and the quilt is lovely! My mother completed two identical cross-stitch/applique pre-printed pre-quilted quilts from kits back in the 1950s and I have them both! I've never seen a stamped kit from that time that wasn't pre-quilted and none of the quilting was as lovely as the quilting in your quilt. Perhaps they sold stamped tops and I'm just unaware of it.
Cheers that your couch is coming today!!!!!! Let the happy dancing and joyful celebration begin!! Will we see a photo today? Fingers crossed the answer is yes!
Love your blanket chest, too.
Hugs!
On 05/28/2010, Beverly said ...
Susan, I was wondering how you were doing taking on this huge project. I'm glad you took some time to relax and enjoy.
You have to take care of yourself - because we all love you.
I love what you shared today. Everything is looking fantastic.
On 05/28/2010, KAI said ...
Ooooooh! How pretty that window pane is with the fabric! PERFECT! And that cross stitched quilt is going to be a total stunner behind the sofa! Sophie is going to be ultra happy to have a new perching spot! As for the news thing, thank YOU for YOUR love & support re: the hurricane issue, and for not laughing at me! I just LOVE you!
On 05/28/2010, Ruth said ...
So happy that your day took a turn for the beter yesterday.
Love the old window frame with your fabris treatment, look forward tossing the sofa in place.
Ruth
On 05/28/2010, AnnieO said ...
Glad to hear letting go of some of the pressure you have put on yourself has made a difference. The fabric window and your decorating look just beautiful. What lovely rooms you'll be enjoying. I hope you do find some great alternative therapy for your fibro.
On 05/28/2010, Lori in SD/NE said ...
The window frame and the quilt are LOVELY! The new couch will be cheery. Glad you're feeling better. Sit on it and drink tea and look out the window with Sophie!
On 05/29/2010, Joan said ...
That window frame is lovely. Glad you are feeling better Susan.
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