These are the blocks, all laid out on my bed so I can see how they look together. I still need to sew the sashing and borders on. I am loving it! I tried to lay them out approximately as far apart as they will be with the sashing strips. I go in the bedroom and sew when I get frustrated working on the website. Yes, still working on it, tweaking things, and getting the FabGrandma Reviews side of it working. It is easier getting the review one done because of all the things I learned while doing this one, but it is still a pain in the part I sit on!
We had to go to Tuscaloosa again on Monday for yet another appointment for FabGrandpa. The VA is checking every part of him, one thing at a time. This is all good, but dang, it is soooo time consuming. He is scheduled for a colonoscopy next week, then another appointment at the end of February for the doctor to give the results all the tests.Then another appointment with an eye doctor for another test. I think Fabgrandpa gets a diploma when he has the last test, ha ha ha ha!
On Tuesday, we went to Greensboro to get new batteries for the truck. It has been taking several tries to get it to crank on cold mornings, and after thinking about it for a minute, we decided that we got the existing ones when we were working in Texas, so that would make them six years old. No wonder they are worn out. So, $207 later, she’s cranking up on the first try every time.
Also, while we were in Greensboro, I asked around to see if they had a food bank, and they do, at the local Habitat For Humanity office. I went in and talked to them about what I items I had to donate, and they referred me to a woman in town who is on a gluten free diet and would be glad to receive them. I’m going to meet her sometime next week.
I finally got a direct deposit I was waiting for this week. It was supposed to be here the first week of January, and I have called several times over the past few weeks trying to find out what the problem was. They finally figured out what the holdup was, and I saw the deposit in my account yesterday morning. So, I could finally call the airline and get a ticket for FabGranddaughter Sarah to come to visit us in March on her spring break. I can not wait! She’s flying to Atlanta, where we will pick her up and go to our hometown. Her dad, step-mother, brother (the FabGrandson Michael), and half-brother (the FabGrandson Owen), are all coming from Maryland. We’ll spend a week in a motel, doing fun things. It’s going to be great!
Oh, if you want to win a gift pack from Maniszhewitz, go to FabGrandma Reviews and make a comment. I’m giving away three prizes. The products are kosher and gluten free, but they taste really good. Anyone would love them. Sorry, United States residents only.
Jody Brown says
Karen, I love the newest baby quilt! Can’t wait to see it finished. I am in the midst of a slump. Can’t seem to accomplish anything but the day to day necessities. Hope to snap out of it soon!
Know you must be so excited about seeing Sarah. Yay spring!
Fab Grandma says
Sewing gets me out of my slump somehow–you just have to make yourself do it sometimes. And yes, I am so super excited! We want you and Michael to come to D’ville and have dinner with us one night while we are there. I’ll call you.
Geogypsy says
Love the quilt. I’m sure FabGrandpa will be getting his bill/diploma of good health. Glad you’ve worked out the family visit. Have fun.
Sure look forward to see you both back at the canyon.
diane says
Busy, busy life. Quilt is fab. Hope hubby gets good results.
Talina of Harvest of Daily Life says
That looks amazing and it seems like you have some exciting times ahead with family. Too cool! I wish I could quilt.
Jenny says
Oh what a beautiful quilt!!
Grammy in Alabamy says
Just saw and read about the precious baby quilt and want to forward a poem I wrote recently about a quilt entitled “Patchwork Legacy”. Hope you will enjoy reading my thoughts.
PATCHWORK LEGACY
Grandma fashioned a gift for me created from her soul.
This legacy, filled with her love, has made my life rich, whole.
A million stitches without thread, upon a clothless frame.
Each one adds strength and guidance for the life I shall attain.
Consistency of toil and care adorn each tuck and pull,
then knotted firmly and securely for days happy, full.
Splashes of color parallel the joys and memories,
with daily diligence created as time swiftly flees.
Numerous textures, patterns, shapes celebrate lessons learned;
now passed to me unselfishly, as Grandma’s wish had yearned.
Though separate, yet intertwined, each patch lends staunch direction;
THE LIFE QUILT Grandma’s heart envisioned,
Wrought from love’s conception.
Fab Grandma says
What a beautiful poem! Thanks for sharing it with me.