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[pawprints]

Rainy and gloomy out. The weather matches the day. Three years ago today I lost my sweet DH. I can’t believe it’s been three years. I still miss him every single day. DS and I will be meeting up with DD and family tonight at our favorite diner. We do this every year.

I didn’t get all my wrapping done over the weekend. I was feeling a little off yesterday and I kept taking breaks. I still have more to do but I got the bulk of it done. Doing laundry today and I have to ship out another package so making another trip to the post office. Getting there little by little.

Hope you all have a great day.

[Flasher]

Sending you so much love and so many hugs.

[blbabe1234]

Rainy and gloomy out. The weather matches the day. Three years ago today I lost my sweet DH. I can’t believe it’s been three years. I still miss him every single day. DS and I will be meeting up with DD and family tonight at our favorite diner. We do this every year.

I didn’t get all my wrapping done over the weekend. I was feeling a little off yesterday and I kept taking breaks. I still have more to do but I got the bulk of it done. Doing laundry today and I have to ship out another package so making another trip to the post office. Getting there little by little.

Hope you all have a great day.

HUGS

[blbabe1234]

Continuous hugs to you Barb. Today and everday.

Jasper continues to heal nicely after having double eye surgery Thursday. DH and I never went to visit them and see how he was doing because on Saturday, both Draven and Jasper had fever and were both congested. Fever broke, but then it came back Sunday for both boys, on top Draven throwing up. Amazingly Wes and Anton are fine. I'll touch base with my SIL sometime today to see how the boys are doing.

Got all the laundry done Saturday as well as the cookie dough for Christmas cookies. Lunch with the DAR ladies Saturday was nice. DH called his aunt to wish her a happy bday and she sounds run down and her throat hurt. We had plans to go out to dinner but with her feeling bad, we were going to post-pone it. 'Tis the season for sickness....

Yesterday I got all the wrapping done for the kids. I put most of my gift wrapping stuff away except for a few bags and a couple of rolls of wrapping paper set aside for when I pick Draven up so he can wrap the gifts he bought for his brothers.

Just another work day for me. Hope y'all have a great day.

[DN in MN]

Oh Barb, sending you virtual hugs.  Enjoy your time with the kids at dinner!  

Today, I am going to try and get some gifts wrapped but also scrapbook.  I have a bit of mojo going and don't want to ruin it!  I always get the wrapping done even if at midnight the night before, lol.  

Otherwise, just waiting for more snow.. this icy mix needs to be done!

 

[Tam I Am]

Sorry, that has to be pretty rough and especially this time of year.

I worked on the quilt yesterday. Got my lines drawn on and started the quilting. It's a nightmare. My machine has a small throat and was not designed for shoving blankets through. So my stitches are all uneven. Places where I was trying to feed it through the stitches got so tiny as the fabric was practically at a standstill while the needle was trying to stitch. Places with skipped stitches. I saw at least one place on the back that has 3 threads where a skipped stitch is. Then my machine decided to stop stitching properly when I went to start another row - wouldn't catch the thread right and the needle would stop. Finally got it stitching again. Also had 3 or 4 lines that I had accidentally had the extra backing fabric folded under when I started stitching and hadn't noticed so had to pick those out. The one that was the longest (couple inches or so) I used the sewing machine to do that area I picked out again. The other ones I actually sat there with needle and restitched by hand like what the machine does.   Sew (haha) disappointing I couldn't get the stitching even. It is what it is.

[Jolly Holly Scraps]

Rainy and gloomy out. The weather matches the day. Three years ago today I lost my sweet DH. I can’t believe it’s been three years. I still miss him every single day. DS and I will be meeting up with DD and family tonight at our favorite diner. We do this every year.

I didn’t get all my wrapping done over the weekend. I was feeling a little off yesterday and I kept taking breaks. I still have more to do but I got the bulk of it done. Doing laundry today and I have to ship out another package so making another trip to the post office. Getting there little by little.

Hope you all have a great day.

Hugs! Prayers for peace and comfort, Barb. Good luck getting everything done!
 

[Jolly Holly Scraps]

Continuous hugs to you Barb. Today and everday.

Jasper continues to heal nicely after having double eye surgery Thursday. DH and I never went to visit them and see how he was doing because on Saturday, both Draven and Jasper had fever and were both congested. Fever broke, but then it came back Sunday for both boys, on top Draven throwing up. Amazingly Wes and Anton are fine. I'll touch base with my SIL sometime today to see how the boys are doing.

Got all the laundry done Saturday as well as the cookie dough for Christmas cookies. Lunch with the DAR ladies Saturday was nice. DH called his aunt to wish her a happy bday and she sounds run down and her throat hurt. We had plans to go out to dinner but with her feeling bad, we were going to post-pone it. 'Tis the season for sickness....

Yesterday I got all the wrapping done for the kids. I put most of my gift wrapping stuff away except for a few bags and a couple of rolls of wrapping paper set aside for when I pick Draven up so he can wrap the gifts he bought for his brothers.

Just another work day for me. Hope y'all have a great day.

I'm so glad to hear that Jasper is doing so well! I'm praying that ALL the boys feel better soon, too!  
I hope you have a wonderful day, Brandy!
 

[Jolly Holly Scraps]

Oh Barb, sending you virtual hugs.  Enjoy your time with the kids at dinner!  

Today, I am going to try and get some gifts wrapped but also scrapbook.  I have a bit of mojo going and don't want to ruin it!  I always get the wrapping done even if at midnight the night before, lol.  

Otherwise, just waiting for more snow.. this icy mix needs to be done!

 

I LOVE your little Santa Hatted Eoyere! (sp?)
I'm glad you're getting some scrappy mojo back, Deanna! It's great to see you creating again!
Have a most awesome day, avoiding the icky cold stuff if you can! 

[Jolly Holly Scraps]

Sorry, that has to be pretty rough and especially this time of year.

I worked on the quilt yesterday. Got my lines drawn on and started the quilting. It's a nightmare. My machine has a small throat and was not designed for shoving blankets through. So my stitches are all uneven. Places where I was trying to feed it through the stitches got so tiny as the fabric was practically at a standstill while the needle was trying to stitch. Places with skipped stitches. I saw at least one place on the back that has 3 threads where a skipped stitch is. Then my machine decided to stop stitching properly when I went to start another row - wouldn't catch the thread right and the needle would stop. Finally got it stitching again. Also had 3 or 4 lines that I had accidentally had the extra backing fabric folded under when I started stitching and hadn't noticed so had to pick those out. The one that was the longest (couple inches or so) I used the sewing machine to do that area I picked out again. The other ones I actually sat there with needle and restitched by hand like what the machine does.   Sew (haha) disappointing I couldn't get the stitching even. It is what it is.

I'm feeling your pain sew much! () 
I've LITERALLY fought with EVERY sewing machine I've EVER used! I wish I had some good advice for you, but all I can think of to say is have patience? Lol I struggle with having the patience at times, so I don't feel like I can actually say that!
It's AWESOME that you're STILL working on the quilt and hand-stitching where you've needed to, though! You're gonna have such a beautiful quilt when it's done! 
Hope you have a good day!
 

[Jolly Holly Scraps]

Hey Cherries  
Work kicked my tail hard yesterday! We were sooo busy and it flew by and I was happy about that!  
Started addressing my cards yesterday and I will work on more today! 
I'm ALSO gonna upload my art journaling for the weekly art journal sketch sometime today.
I'd LIKE to scrap, but I've been into doing holiday things this year - like the cards! I've made another one and think I followed the challenge criteria, but even if I didn't, my great Aunt and cousin will LOVE it! So that makes me happy!
I have to do some holiday shopping tomorrow.
I did some MORE holiday shopping for myself last night, too! Lol! I'm LOVING the hold my order feature here- and soon, I'll get a big box full of things I DON'T NEED but ABSOLUTELY LOVE! I have a bunch of adulting related expenses next year, so I'll be slacking off on my shopping again- so, I took full advantage of the wonderful sales here!   Of course, I picked up some papers for DGD. I gift things to her sometimes and you KNOW that I think that arts and crafts related gifts are the best!!
Have a wonderful day, Dear Cherries! Stay blessed!
 

[blbabe1234]

Woke up to a very dark room and figured it was still night- turned out to be 8 am and storming again.  lol.  But when this one moves on this afternoon no rain again till Saturday.  However will remain cloudy and overcast all week which will mean not so dang cold at night.

got a very small tree at Home Depot yesterday.  Have to wait for a break in rain to get into the shed for ornaments and other Christmas decorations.   So either b good and wrap a few gifts or play a bit at the craft table.  Hmmm lol

have a really good Monday and do your own thing.  

[MTCanuk]

Rainy and gloomy out. The weather matches the day. Three years ago today I lost my sweet DH. I can’t believe it’s been three years. I still miss him every single day. DS and I will be meeting up with DD and family tonight at our favorite diner. We do this every year.

I didn’t get all my wrapping done over the weekend. I was feeling a little off yesterday and I kept taking breaks. I still have more to do but I got the bulk of it done. Doing laundry today and I have to ship out another package so making another trip to the post office. Getting there little by little.

Hope you all have a great day.

Thinking of you and big hugs!!!

[MTCanuk]

Sorry, that has to be pretty rough and especially this time of year.

I worked on the quilt yesterday. Got my lines drawn on and started the quilting. It's a nightmare. My machine has a small throat and was not designed for shoving blankets through. So my stitches are all uneven. Places where I was trying to feed it through the stitches got so tiny as the fabric was practically at a standstill while the needle was trying to stitch. Places with skipped stitches. I saw at least one place on the back that has 3 threads where a skipped stitch is. Then my machine decided to stop stitching properly when I went to start another row - wouldn't catch the thread right and the needle would stop. Finally got it stitching again. Also had 3 or 4 lines that I had accidentally had the extra backing fabric folded under when I started stitching and hadn't noticed so had to pick those out. The one that was the longest (couple inches or so) I used the sewing machine to do that area I picked out again. The other ones I actually sat there with needle and restitched by hand like what the machine does.   Sew (haha) disappointing I couldn't get the stitching even. It is what it is.

Sounds like a quilting nightmare to me.  Do you have a walking foot on your machine???  I find it helps immensely.
I am sure your daughter will love it because it was made with love.  
 

[MTCanuk]

Dull and grey here too.  Around 30F out.  Next for me is to bundle up and head for a walk.  The wind is calm.  Expecting freezing rain or snow later this afternoon.  DH is out Avis driving and should be back after lunch.,


I am in full baking mode.  Also trying to make some cards for Curtis' stepmum.  She doesn't really need much as she is in assisted living, where she has everything she needs.  And if not her son is out there to get her things.  But a few cards are always nice to have on hand.

The minion was having a meltdown this morning, because she doesn't have enough Christmas clothes to wear.  Can you imagine???
Curtis put the dollie crib and high chair together over the weekend that we are giving her for Christmas.  And her auntie made her a dollie quilt.  

Otherwise, all is well here.  Just in full Christmas mode.  Most of the wrapping is done.  Just have to figure out some stocking stuffers for the grands.  

[blbabe1234]

Dull and grey here too.  Around 30F out.  Next for me is to bundle up and head for a walk.  The wind is calm.  Expecting freezing rain or snow later this afternoon.  DH is out Avis driving and should be back after lunch.,


I am in full baking mode.  Also trying to make some cards for Curtis' stepmum.  She doesn't really need much as she is in assisted living, where she has everything she needs.  And if not her son is out there to get her things.  But a few cards are always nice to have on hand.

The minion was having a meltdown this morning, because she doesn't have enough Christmas clothes to wear.  Can you imagine???
Curtis put the dollie crib and high chair together over the weekend that we are giving her for Christmas.  And her auntie made her a dollie quilt.  

Otherwise, all is well here.  Just in full Christmas mode.  Most of the wrapping is done.  Just have to figure out some stocking stuffers for the grands.  

LOL! Gotta love the littles! Anton had a tantrum on Thanksgiving evening after eating a full slice of pumpkin pie and asking for me when Momma told him NO. LOL
 

[GinniG]

Rainy and gloomy out. The weather matches the day. Three years ago today I lost my sweet DH. I can’t believe it’s been three years. I still miss him every single day. DS and I will be meeting up with DD and family tonight at our favorite diner. We do this every year.

I didn’t get all my wrapping done over the weekend. I was feeling a little off yesterday and I kept taking breaks. I still have more to do but I got the bulk of it done. Doing laundry today and I have to ship out another package so making another trip to the post office. Getting there little by little.

Hope you all have a great day.

Oh Barb! I can’t even imagine how you must be feeling. I’m glad you’re taking it easy on yourself. Enjoy your family and remember the good times. How bittersweet this holiday season must be for you. {{{HUGS}}} and prayers!!!
 

[GinniG]

Sorry, that has to be pretty rough and especially this time of year.

I worked on the quilt yesterday. Got my lines drawn on and started the quilting. It's a nightmare. My machine has a small throat and was not designed for shoving blankets through. So my stitches are all uneven. Places where I was trying to feed it through the stitches got so tiny as the fabric was practically at a standstill while the needle was trying to stitch. Places with skipped stitches. I saw at least one place on the back that has 3 threads where a skipped stitch is. Then my machine decided to stop stitching properly when I went to start another row - wouldn't catch the thread right and the needle would stop. Finally got it stitching again. Also had 3 or 4 lines that I had accidentally had the extra backing fabric folded under when I started stitching and hadn't noticed so had to pick those out. The one that was the longest (couple inches or so) I used the sewing machine to do that area I picked out again. The other ones I actually sat there with needle and restitched by hand like what the machine does.   Sew (haha) disappointing I couldn't get the stitching even. It is what it is.

Oh Tam!!! How frustrating! I hope you can get everything cooperating with each other so you can get this quilt finished! 

[GinniG]

Dull and grey here too.  Around 30F out.  Next for me is to bundle up and head for a walk.  The wind is calm.  Expecting freezing rain or snow later this afternoon.  DH is out Avis driving and should be back after lunch.,


I am in full baking mode.  Also trying to make some cards for Curtis' stepmum.  She doesn't really need much as she is in assisted living, where she has everything she needs.  And if not her son is out there to get her things.  But a few cards are always nice to have on hand.

The minion was having a meltdown this morning, because she doesn't have enough Christmas clothes to wear.  Can you imagine???
Curtis put the dollie crib and high chair together over the weekend that we are giving her for Christmas.  And her auntie made her a dollie quilt.  

Otherwise, all is well here.  Just in full Christmas mode.  Most of the wrapping is done.  Just have to figure out some stocking stuffers for the grands.  

It’s so cute the minion wants more Christmas clothes! She’s so cute!!! And she will LOVE the dollie gifts!!! How special!!!

[emmapaige]

Rainy and gloomy out. The weather matches the day. Three years ago today I lost my sweet DH. I can’t believe it’s been three years. I still miss him every single day. DS and I will be meeting up with DD and family tonight at our favorite diner. We do this every year.

I didn’t get all my wrapping done over the weekend. I was feeling a little off yesterday and I kept taking breaks. I still have more to do but I got the bulk of it done. Doing laundry today and I have to ship out another package so making another trip to the post office. Getting there little by little.

Hope you all have a great day.

Oh my sweet, Barb. I lost my mom right before Christmas, too and it makes it double hard. Take your time and remember the good times. HUGS!!!