This winter sucks! What else can I say? I can't remember a worse January in my life! (And that's saying a lot because I'm no spring chicken!) Usually I hate February because it seems by then that winter is so long......but this year, January by far takes the cake! I so envy all of you who live in warmer places!! Our temps are supposed to be -46 degrees on Monday and Tuesday with the wind chill factor. Schools are already called off. E-gads!
Good thing we had a swap to keep me thinking of winter, huh? The theme was "Snow".....(like I need more of that????) Anyway, here is what I sent to my partner. It ended up at approximately 8x11 inches:
Then, in return, I got this darling quilt from, "Fun & Comfort Quilts". You can't see it well, but she quilted snowflakes in the background. So cute! Thank you, Karen, I love it!
Naturally, I continue to send out envelopes.....although not as many lately. I really should come up with another "Walter/Barbara" saga, I suppose. That might be fun to pass the winter! Believe it or not, I have several drawn, but not a story in my head yet. I should think about that! My dear niece continues to get weekly books.
And lastly, I continue to read.....and I must admit, I truly am enjoying every minute. It's been years since I've read this much and I guess I must have missed it! Out of the last group of books that I showed you on the last post, I finished reading, "Morning Glory" plus the new ones shown below.
Out of the four, by far the best one was "Orphan Train". I loved every word and wish I could find another just like it! Little did I know that there really were orphan trains in the US years ago. Wow! I got it at Target...but read the reviews on Amazon for yourself. You might love it too!
That's it for today! Stay warm and do something fun! Until next time..............
10 comments:
I'll have to look for Orphan Train!
Your little blue birdies look so cute snuggled in the snowman's hat! You are an endless source of inspiration! Hugs, Karen
You know you're old when weather consumes your life and your conversation. hahaha Sorry, Carol, I just couldn't resist!
That snowman quilt you made is just adorable. It certainly makes winter weather feel happy and looks fun.
Fun envelopes too!
CRol, your snowman is great, I would have been happy to get that guy in a swap. The one you received is also lovely. I like how she stitched the cuffs of the gloves.
I look forward to February as the days are getting longer and bulbs are starting to bloom and we even get cherry blossoms.
I hope your weather turns sunny and warms up for you soon.
wow, that IS cold! love the swaps, so cute!! and even though it doesn't need saying, the envelopes are cute as ever :)
Love the snow quilts....can we swap places for Feb please......we are having 39deg C here tomorrow...too hot for me!!! Same on the weekend! I am going to look for orphan train too! Keep warm!!
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Hey Carol...sending you some warm wishes! And some warm sunshine too! Hey...I loved Orphan Train. Who knew that ever happened? My education left out quite a lot! I have read On the Corner Of Bitter and Sweet. It was so good...about the Japanese who were sent to relocation camps after Pearl Harbor. Something else I never learned about in school!!! It is a wonderful book. I got that at Target. You might like that as well! Stay warm and sane! Sue.
I'm always so impressed by your fantastic skills with both needles and pens! Thinking of you during the cold spell. Josie
Wonderful makes my friend. Sorry you are so cold.
As to books, have you read any of Jeanne Ray's stories. "Julie and Romeo" will make you laugh.
Your little snowman quilt is very cute. The quilted snowflakes are great. Your envelopes are always a smile to see. Reading is such a wonderful way to pass Winter. I wish you sunshine...
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