Sunday, sunday

It is a lazy sunday morning. DH has caught the sore throat/cough/cold thing that I had last week. While he tries to catch some zz's I've been stitching. Even Quincy poked his head out then went back to bed.

Thus far some sunshine coming in our windows and no wind blowing outside. Yesterday would have been nice and warm but the gusts of wind offput the chance to sit outside and stitch.

I've enjoyed stitching this mermaid with Carrie's threads. The mermaid and medalions are stitched two over one and the fish are one over one.

And then it's back to 'The Future' . With longer evenings I hope I can get more stitching done.

Of course there are a couple of new project waiting and the UFO's ..... truly so much stitching and so little time.

till next time

it might be spring...it's cold outside

Wild and windy describes the weather in these parts, great for being indoors and stitching.

Easter was spent with family. We all went out to brunch. The food was yummy. It was bittersweet just the same with the loss of Shana too fresh for everyone. And so we move forward.

I returned to work on monday. It felt like being dropped from space back into my desk and chair. And it's tax season to boot.

Last evening tried to stitch but someone let the frogs out....darn...and I missed something on the chart...sigh. Anyways it's a small project using Carries (not my wip), almost done so I will post a photo soon.

think Spring!!

in an instant, life changes

Yesterday afternoon was heart wrenching. Late afternoon my daughter called to say that their little dog Shana had been killed and could I come over. They had been on their daily walk to the park. On their return while waiting for the traffic light Shana became spooked, backed out of her collar and bolted into traffic. In an instant everything changed.
I called our vet and explained what had happened and arranged to take Shana there for her last car ride.
So it was a very sad evening. She will be missed.

unexpected changes, wip update

My LNS has been in business for 35 years so it was a complete shock today to find out that it will be closing it's door come April 30th. The Loving Stitch in Surrey has always been my shopping store for fabric, especially the precuts, as well as charts, floss and kits. Online shopping has a place, in fact is probably part of the reason for changes locally but it doesn't replace going into a stitching shop and enjoying the bliss.

As you can see I managed some stash enhancement.


My current wip is coming along quite nicely. I'm still getting used to the stand arrangement.

There are some new photos added below.

it's been a month

I can't believe that a month ago today I was in hospital and having surgery. And I'm learning to keep asking health questions. To date some of the 'recommended' is not working at all, in fact causing me more problems. Bottom line, I am feeling better. Now it's time for more exercise, eat differently and keep focus on the future.

This morning as well as working on Il Futuro, I've been busy looking at patterns on line. And I did download some freebies (not as though I don't have enough to keep me busy already). Aurytm.com has some wonderful charts, freebies and ones to purchase. Also, two charts that look really tempting are Tranquility by Janlynn (shells) and Caribbean Mandala by Chatelaine. Looking doesn't cost!!

It might be spring but it hasn't warmed up alot. The blossom trees outside our windows are almost ready to pop. I'm looking forward to taking some pictures....soon

Tomorrow, it's spring.....

We've got sunshine and blue skies today and tomorrow and then it's back to rain. Spring in BC for sure. With the mild winter many of the trees are fully out in blossom, along with all the other spring flowers. Beautiful to look at. The sunshine feels great.

I don't know where my week has gone since last posting. It is easy to keep busy at home as there is more than enough to catch up on...like ironing :(. I'm feeling better but careful what I do, eat, etc.

With a new project decided on , I went to my LNS last saturday to pick up some of the colors required, along with a new Qsnap (11 x 17). With a new project ready and a new Qsnap I figured it was time to actually use my floor stand. Two handed stitching is wonderful! I should have done this years ago. The trip out to my LNS was good for morale. It's always fun to see the new charts, check out the floss and fabric. And yes, I dug into my stash and found some fabric to use. It is amazing what one finds in the stash box!!

Till next time.

A finish for 2010

Starting a new project is always exciting but it doesn't compete with actually getting it finished! I started this little Lanarte kit early in the new year. And during my hospital time, it kept me busy, thank heavens for stitching!!

And my next project, hum, UFO's (yes plural) or something new. I downloaded a chart from Passione Ricamo, a freebie, called "The Future" and from By the Bay Needle art, free bunny 2010 so it's a hard choice.

Daylight savings times begins on Sunday. The longer days are wonderful!

March already

Life sometimes throws a curve ball or two ....and it was a very bad catch. February 22nd an unpleasant situation worsened (bowel blockage) and once again had to go to the hospital, surgery (again) and then a week's stay in hospital.

This was my third strike, same problem, something has to give. My husband has been my rock throughout all of this.

So my journey to a new lifestyle begins, taking care of me. I need to do this for me, my husband and family.

it's finally here

it has been a long road getting to here, today, and Vancouver welcomes the world!

Monday afternoon enroute home I happened into a portion of the torch relay/hand off. Traffic was stopped and the parade marched by so to speak and I had the best seat in the house from my car.! You could feel the pride, shown in the numbers of people waiting, some standing, some sitting in lawn chairs.....flags, balloons, and the excitement in the air. Being directly across from a hand off point I was able to see the young man waiting for his turn with the torch was beaming , family and friends taking many pictures. There were many parade vehicles, great music and finally the torch team rounded the corner...... magical ...alot of cheering...the procession continued east to the awaiting crowds and I continued my drive west. It was a special moment.

It's in the air...

the Christmas season. Aside from the overload of flyers in the papers and busy shopping malls one of the best parts of the season are the displays of lights. Neighbours across the street have a beautiful tree in their front window. In our complex, it's December 1st that the lights go on! Some of our neighbours are in full swing of decorating. As for the Burkes, we're working on it.

It's a very soggy saturday morning and for six something still very dark. A blurry eyed Quincy has just stopped by the computer chair for a good morning head rub. It is a dog's life!

And now it's blurry eyed DH stopping for a moment and heading back for more Z's. So this weekend is off and running, well sort of.

I really enjoy making cards. I've been working on small cross stitch pieces to attach to Christmas cards. So it's time to put it altogether, including some embossing. Pictures to follow.

Debbie