Ahhhh......A Rainy Day

I've been busy getting gardens ready for their Spring debut.  Needless to say, I'm a little sore.  For me, Winter is a time to rejuvenate and I don't always exercise as I should, so, my muscles are talking to me!!  Anyway, I'm getting off track.  Rainy days are usually spent in my sewing room.  (one of my favorite places on earth!!)  I have a project I'm working on, but, I can't reveal it just yet. But, I can share some of the other projects that I have made.
This is a family quilt for our grandson.  Muslim squares were sent to members of the family and they were asked to design a square pertaining to them or the area they lived.  It turned out great, everyone created a unique and personal square.  The quilt was really fun to put together!

The sweet girls in our family received a jumper from Nana for their birthday.  Each was designed with their tastes in mind. 

I enjoy making things for other people and have a difficult time making something for myself.  But, I did just that for Spring.  This is a wreath made out of different scraps of flower material I had. The bow was the most difficult piece. 

These are my grandson's Saints slippers.  His mom wanted to  preserve them.  Aren't they adorable??

These are a few of my projects.  I am currently working on place mats, for me.  I had received an old "dresden" quilt from a family member.  The quilt was purchased at a garage sale to be used for a project that never materialized:)  Anyway, I didn't have any connection with the quilt, so it didn't bother me when I decided to cut it into rectangles for place mats.  The quilt is falling apart at some points, but, to me, it adds character.  I'll share them at a later date.  

Now that my blog for the day is complete, the sun has come out:( What a dilemma.......sew or gardening......

Have a great Saturday!  

 

 

 

Within Reach

Walking this morning, I, again, realized how much my little "Hamlet of Olmstedville" has to offer.  Let's take a journey together.......
Imagine you are on vacation, driving to, hmmmm, let's say Montreal, Canada and you are passing through Olmstedville, NY.  It's getting late, you are tired and hungry.  Driving into the hamlet,  you come upon The Alpine Bed and Breakfast, the perfect place to stop and rest for the night.

Now that you have found a place to stay, what are you going to do for dinner?  Well, a short walk from the B&B is The Owl at Twilight, a fine dining restaurant, a savory experience you won't soon forget.  The next morning after your breakfast at The Alpine Homestead, you decide to shower, only realizing you forgot to get that haircut before leaving for vacation.  Don't worry, take care of it at Christine's Salon.

 Now don't you feel better?  You are almost ready to start your journey again.  Oh wait, didn't you want to send a postcard to your mother?  Sullivan's General Store has them! Don't drive to it, it's so close, take a walk!

I suggest you write the postcard in our local park, across the street from the general store. A place to sit by the stream and enjoy the sound of the water.  (P.S. Don't forget to tell your mother about the gem of a town you found in the Adirondack Park)

Did you remember to bring stamps for the postcard? What??? You didn't......you are in luck, the Post Office is a stone's throw from the general store and the park.  Aren't you glad you stop in Olmstedville?  And your adventure isn't over yet!

 It's probably close to lunch by now and do you really want to stop again before getting to Montreal??  Eat lunch at Lil' Noni's Bakery and Sandwich Shop, locally owned and operated.  A variety of breakfast and lunch selections plus their home made bakery goodies. Now that your tummy is filled, postcard has been mailed, don't you want to know more about the history of this little town?  Across the street from Lil' Noni's is the Minerva Historical Society.

 

 There are also churches nearby and our local Fire and Rescue squad are ready to serve you. 

Wow, you have had a busy day in Olmstedville, you know what you should do?  Stay another night at the B&B and rest up. 




 If you decide you want to stay permanently, we can also accommodate you..........:)

                                    Have a blessed day!!

 

My "Go To" Person

Got back from a wonderful vacation in Florida visiting family on Tuesday.  Wednesday morning was spent vacuuming up pet hair, laundry, unpacking, you know the usual.  I was taking out the garbage and went out the back door.  As I was coming back into the house, I tripped and fell against the open door, still not sure what I hit exactly, but, I split my lip in the process.  My first concern was my teeth, until I put my hand up to my mouth and felt wetness, which I immediately knew was blood.  Went into the bathroom to check and sure enough, my lip was split.  After getting some ice, I immediately called my "go to" person, my sister, Peg. (My husband wasn't home at the time).  I wasn't sure if I needed medical attention and asked her to come over (she practically lives in my backyard).  She didn't hesitate, didn't change her shoes, didn't even bring the car!!  She got to my house in less than 5 minutes!  Peg took me to the hospital and I got stitches and  blah, blah, blah.  Peg and I are there for each other, no matter what, even when we disagree!  It is such a comforting feeling to have someone who accepts me for me, the good, bad and right now, the ugly!!  (She told me this morning, my lip isn't even noticeable.....such a liar!!)  We are very fortunate to live so close to each other and are very thankful that we can.   I hope you have a "go to" person, and if it happens to be your sister, call her.   She's waiting to hear from you.