Morning at the Beach

My feet have yet to touch sand. But I am enjoying the view from the condo. My back, legs, and hips still haven’t recovered from the ride down. I have done a lot of reading and jigsaw puzzling. Andy is enjoying the beach. 

I haven’t left the condo since we got here. But we’re going to find some seafood for lunch. I’m looking forward to that.

We’re going home tomorrow. I’m looking forward to that too.

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On 09/13/2019, Barbara Anne said ...

What a lovely and serene view you have from the condo. It is worthy of framing, isn't it?

Hope lunch was yummy and your outing was fun. Is there a fabric shop nearby so you can have a bit of retail therapy? You might need some beach or watery fabric, you know!

Perhaps you should journey home in the back seat cushioned by pillows rather than sitting in the front passenger seat. Just a thought for your consideration.

Hugs!
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Rome, Georgia All Over Again

Andy and I left yesterday just after noon, headed for our beach retreat. Yakking and laughing and reminiscing all the way, we missed a turn in Andalusia and was miles and miles and miles and miles in the wrong direction before we realized what we had done. We soon got back on the right track, but since we had added all those miles to our trip, we also had added an additional hour to our driving time. I was immediately reminded of the trip to Rome, Georgia that my sister Ramey and I took some years ago. The highlights of that adventure were: we went through he same town three times, and we discovered a place call Booger Holler, which spooked my sister. 

This time, though, Andy and I discovered no Booger Hollers nor did we do any circular driving. We did visit some communities that we’d never visited, drove through a horrendous thunder storm, and saw a beautiful rainbow. When we finally reached the condo, dark had settled on the land, so we didn’t get a look at the beautiful blue Gulf water until this morning. We ordered pizza, tried to watch a movie but found we were too tired and sleepy, and went to bed.

I awoke in tremendous pain in back, hips, legs, and feet. I guess all those hours of sitting did it. We really should stop every hour or so going back and let me get out to stretch. I don’t think I’ll be doing any beach combing today. I plan to lie on this big old couch and read or watch a movie. In fact, that could well be the schedule for my entire vacation. But Andy is even now getting ready to take to the beach.

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On 09/11/2019, Barbara Anne said ...

What a driving adventure you and Andy had! Just think if you'd not missed your intended turn, you wouldn't have seen the amazing rainbow. Am glad you arrived at the condo before dark thirty!

Yes, a vacation is all about what you want to do and need to do for yourself, so a day on the couch may be the remedy you need. Hope it is so you can go beach combing when you want to.

Enjoy!

Hugs!
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Low-Volume Neutrals

I ordered this batch of fat quarters to use as backgrounds in my girl quilt, which I’ve tentatively decided to call “Paper Doll Village.” I was running out of tan/cream background fabrics. Plus I’ve used the ones I have in several quilts already. I like to change things up and get some variety once in a while. I’m thinking of using them also to make a background for a floral appliqué or maybe collage hanging to go over my mantel. But that’s for later.

I’m trying to get ready to leave for the beach this afternoon. I don’t feel up to the trip at all. But I promised daughter Andy I would go with her, and I don’t break my promises if I can help it. So I guess I’m going. I’m taking books, a jigsaw puzzle, and my cross-stitch project. I don’t plan to spend a lot of time in the sand and sun. I’ve never enjoyed that anyway. Might try some short beach walks in the late afternoon to smell the sea and listen to the surf. The condo is right on the beach, which is nice. I can also sit on the balcony and listen to the waves.

Jesse will be in charge of Skipper and the cats until we get back. I can’t help worrying about Skipper. He’s so clingy. The last time I left him, Jesse said he sat at the window and looked out, and also howled a lot. But I can’t take him. No dogs allowed in the condo.

Wish us luck, me and Skipper. I’ll be back in a few days--Friday or Saturday, or whenever Andy gets tired of the surf, sand, and sun.

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On 09/10/2019, Barbara Anne said ...

Love your new neutrals and applaud your plans for their use sooner and later.

Have a wonderful time at the beach! I'm glad you're taking your indoor and balcony entertainment but hope you're also taking your meds and pillows so you're as comfortable as possible if you feel bad. Just think of the yummy seafood and have fun!

See you at the end of the week!

Hugs!

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On 09/10/2019, Sylvia said ...

I’ve always been amazed by all that we have in common. So funny that this week I am also at a condo on the beach. And also not so crazy about the sand and hot sun. But trying to make the best of my time here. That ocean breeze is so nice. Wishing you a good time.
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Shaky Sewing

Note to self: Never try to sew, or do anything manual, after three large mugs of Starbucks coffee. I finally got time and stamina to make another girl block, but I had lots of trouble. Never the steadiest of hands in the first place, mine were jumping all over the place after I overdid it with the Fall Blend coffee. I won’t do that again.

I made her head three times before I realized that it wasn’t that I was cutting wrong that made the section not fit--I had left off a whole entire piece of fabric. Before I finally got her cobbled together, I almost threw the whole thing in the trash and gave up. But  just before I tossed it, I noticed the extra little piece of fabric, wondered what it was for, the figured out my stupid mistake and finished the block. 

Now I want another cup of coffee. Maybe I better not though.

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On 09/06/2019, Barbara Anne said ...

In the case of yummy coffee full of caffeine, Mae West's words "Too much of a good thing is wonderful" just doesn't apply. Hope your jitters are gone.

Love the new little girl you made! She's a charmer and so worth the bother.

Last night I dreamed about reversing the light/dark fabrics in a wall quilt I am making. Will have to doodle to see how it will look as I cannot quite imagine it.

Hugs!
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Dang Good Coffee

Another busy week has kept me out of the sewing room. I’m getting fed up with this. Something to do every single day. Except today. But I had physical therapy yesterday; so today must be spent recuperating from that. Friday is probably going to be my last one for a while. Honestly, it takes at least a day, usually two, to be able to walk upright after one of those sessions. Maybe P.T. isn’t for everyone. I go back to the pain doctor in about a week. I’m going to ask about that.

But man! Did I ever find a good coffee! I’m usually not a big fan of Starbucks’ coffee blends. They all seem to taste a little burnt to me. Pike Place is the only one, until now, that I’ve found drinkable. 

i was tempted to buy this box of “Fall Blend” k-cups mostly because of the packaging, I think. Everyone knows how I love autumn. But once I got home and brewed a cup, I found I had made an excellent choice. I love it! So tasty--especially with a generous splash of International Delight French Vanilla creamer. 

Walmart, where I got it, had only the k-cups, but a friend told me that Target has the ground coffee in bags. I’m going to stock my freezer with it, since it’s a limited edition and probably won’t be available for long.

But right now, I’m going to brew me another cup and take some Ibuprofen for my aching back and body.

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On 09/05/2019, Barbara Anne said ...

Good tip! I wonder if our Target has it as I'd want the ground coffee in a bag.

I'm partial to the Coffeemate Italian Sweet Creme. YUM!

Today I took OZTC Narrosym for my aching knees. It helped a lot but you have to drink a whole glass of water with it. Of course, that's good for you!

Hugs!

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On 09/05/2019, Barbara Anne said ...

Make that OTC Naprosyn. :)

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On 09/06/2019, Cynthia L Wehrwein said ...

I just found this at Target and it is so good. Bags of ground are available. Fall is almost here!!
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A Decade Without Him

Exactly ten years ago, almost exactly to the minute, I said goodbye to the love of my life. The feelings of loss and grief never really go away, but they do soften and let you live, which at first you think you will never be able to do without him. 

A lot of stuff is running through my head right now. I don’t seem to be able to sort out what I want to write on this milestone anniversary of his death. I loved him; I love him still. I think that will have to do.

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On 09/02/2019, Barbara Anne said ...

My sympathy to you and the family who all loved dear Vann. You're so right that the grief softens with time although you'll always miss him.

My dear mother died on this date in 2004 and I miss her still.

May we both cherish the happy memories of these precious ones and be assured that love never dies.

Big hugs!

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On 09/02/2019, Nicole said ...

My thoughts reach out to you on this sad anniversary. Just today I heard something that made me think: Life isn't measured by the years you live, but by the footprint you leave in the lives and hearts of others.

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On 09/04/2019, Pat said ...

So sorry, Susan. I remember when you were writing about him 10 years ago. Hard to believe it’s been that long.
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First Football Saturday

Bama played Duke yesterday and beat them handily (if you don’t count the first quarter, which Bama slept through). The score was a whole bunch to hardly anything (I forget the actual score).

I had bought Skipper the little baby Bama shirt at the thrift store a while back in anticipation of him wearing it on football Saturdays. At first, I forgot to put it on him.  I finally remembered at the end of the first quarter. And that’s when Bama started playing football. Skipper hated the shirt, but I dared not take it off him for fear the Tide would revert to their first quarter lethargy.

Being a shirt for a baby, not for a dog, the thing didn’t really fit his canine form. I think if I cut the sleeves out for him next wearing it will fit better and he’ll like it better.

I hope you all are having a great last-hurrah of summer weekend. Happy Labor Day and Happy September. If you are in the path of the hurricane, be safe. 

September Rabbit Rabbit

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On 09/01/2019, Barbara Anne said ...

It is exciting to turn the calendar page to September, isn't it?! Autumn is coming!!!

We're hoping and praying hurricane Dorian takes a hard right turn and goes out to sea.

Skipper's shirt is so cute and a sleeveless style may well make him happier. Am glad the shirt woke the Tide up. Roll Tide!

Hugs!
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