Thanks, everyone, for your comments on the Great Possum Episode. I enjoyed all your critter stories too. Things have been a little quieter here, and the possum has not returned--at least we haven't seen him. I suspect he's avoiding us out of concern for his well being.
I spent some time in the sewing room on Saturday, working on the Noah's Ark Quilt that is slowly coming together to hang in our church nursery. But yesterday, after church I did my grocery shopping for the Thanksgiving dinner that will take place at The Yellow House on Thursday. After lugging everything upstairs and putting it all away, I was so exhausted, I couldn't even take the doggies for a walk. But my spoon drawer is replenished this morning. I'm feeling pretty good and ready to work on the quilt some more.
Joe and Linda are coming today to paint the front door and also to put the second coat of paint on my corner hutch that I bought months ago and have never finished. They were supposed to come on Saturday, but plumbing problems forced them to reschedule.
The big Butterball Turkey is thawing in the refrigerator, and all the ingredients are in place for a fabulous feast. I'm making turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans. My sisters and Andy are bringing dishes as well. Our family has dwindled so over the years, that we'll probably have ten people at the most. But that's ok; I feel blessed to have them.
I hope all of you are planning something special this week as well. And if you're traveling, be safe, my friends. If you're flying, I hope you manage to stay dressed the whole way. And if you're driving, buckle up and no texting. Love you all.
P.S: I'm linking to Judy's Design Wall Monday. It's a great place to go to see a lot of great projects in progress.
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On 11/22/2010, Linda said ...
I love your nursery quilt! Bright primary colors are perfect for the little ones! I'm hoping to get a quilt made for my church as well. Oh, the projects!! I went shopping Sunday after church too! I'm sure I'll need to make another trip. I host Thanksgiving at my house too. I invite my family as well as my in-laws, that way everyone can see the girls. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Hope you don't have any critters posing as turkeys on Thanksgiving!
On 11/22/2010, Barbara Anne said ...
The wall quilt for the church nursery is so happy and colorful! Your embroidery is wonderful and the rainbow stripe fabric is just perfect! I'm sure everyone including Mr. and Mrs. Noah will be delighted with it!
Did I ever show you the wall quilt I made for AMIL's office as director of the daycare at church? It's 9 colorful pinwheels, narrow black sashing, and the outer border fabric depicts untied sneakers in all sizes!! you know daycare teachers re-tie little shoes a bazillion times a day! This wall quilt hangs in AMIL's sewing room now.
I'm looking forward to seeing the hutch and the front door!
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving yourself. I hope your spoons last until the food is prepared and you have rest time before the guests arrive.
We're going just next door so won't need to heed your wise advice. As you do, food responsibilities are divided up among AMIL, DH, and myself. I cannot wait!
Hugs!
On 11/22/2010, Annie said ...
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Mine will be quite small with only five people, just the right amount for me to handle.
By the way, loved the possum episode!
Annie
On 11/22/2010, chris said ...
I love the cheerful and bright colors of your quilt.
On 11/22/2010, Judy Cloe said ...
Glad you are doing some sewing. My daughter enjoyed your blog about the possum as she has 2 small dogs and has some experience with possums. Also, one dog is a digger and she has learned that putting vinegar in the hole is a deterrent to the digging. Good luck.
On 11/22/2010, AnnieO said ...
That is a sweet quilt, Susan! Glad you're linking with Design Wall. It's always great fun to see what everyone is doing. Hope your Thanksgiving gathering is spoon-full! (insert groan here).
On 11/22/2010, Denise :) said ...
Noah's Ark is coming along nicely! Have a terrific week! :)
On 11/22/2010, Mama Pea said ...
Happy Turkey Day to you, too! I am glad to hear you will be surrounded by family!
On 11/22/2010, Diane W said ...
I don't comment often, but I would like for you to know that I love your stories and everything you share on your blog, from your quilts to personal things. I love what you have done with your home. I check in very often and I truly enjoy myself every time. You are an amazing women. Thank you. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving, enjoy yourself with your family and don't tire youself out. I want to hear all about it.
On 11/22/2010, kwiltnkats said ...
I had to read about your possum story. My goodness you missed your calling or maybe not. I can just see your story in print or you reading in a library to youngsters (you'd have to tame up the part when you were yelling though LOL). Sounds like you'll have a terrific dinner with family and all the fixins... Your Noah's Ark project is off to a great start.
On 11/22/2010, RED GERANIUM COTTAGE said ...
Sounds like some good food happening at your house. Maybe I should just come there. :-)
Happy Thanksgiving to you Susan!
On 11/22/2010, Kerrie said ...
The quilt is looking great! Gives me ideas of what to do with some squares of Red Work that I have been doing depicting animals!
On 11/27/2010, Valerie said ...
I LOVE that quilt that you are making. Beautiful. I had some catching up to do on your blog. I always love to visit you.
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