Block #4 of Choose to Bloom
Here is Block #4 of Choose to Bloom. The vase in this block features a very beautiful hand-dyed batik.
India is Headed Home
India and I survived the barrage of over 100 bomb threats at the University of Pittsburgh, and my baby is finally on her way home. She stuck it out, school is over, and my sophomore is now a junior! Now, let’s see if we can survive the summer together. I already have August 24, 2012 circled [...]
You Make Me Smile
You Make Me Smile traveled with me Saturday to the East Point City Council retreat. I used it to illustrate the importance of civility in the workplace. A smile is always helpful in difficult circumstances. Keep people in your life who make you smile.
Sea Turtle Love on Hilton Head Island
This is the time of year when my thoughts turn to vacation. Last year basketball intervened and prevented us from taking a spring break cruise. Instead we spent a few days on Hilton Head Island. Upon checking in, we were sternly lectured about our responsibility to protect the sea turtles. It was mating season for [...]
Swimming Upstream
Today seemed like a good day to show this quilt. It is called Swimming Upstream #2. Enjoy the beauty of the journey even during the tough spots.
In Deep Thought
Speaking of LA Fitness, actually what I love about the place is the sauna. I can really lose myself in the sauna, and I have come up with some great quilt ideas while in the sauna. If the sauna helps me get into my swimsuit, that is a bonus.
Working to Wear My Bikini Again
Since going back to work, I realize that stamina is important. So this week I am getting my self back into LA Fitness on a regular basis. The byproduct of my new exercise regimen is that I will be able to fit into my swimsuit by the time we head to Alaska on our annual [...]
Have a Cup of Tea – You Are Stronger Than You Think
India and I have been living through stressful times as the University of Pittsburgh has suffered through over 60 bomb threats since spring break. Students are advised to keep a bag packed, to keep their cell phones charged up and to be ready to evacuate on a moment’s notice. So far, India has only had [...]
“Friends and Foes Are Welcome Here” Hangs in My East Point Office
I cannot be happy in a work place until I hang a quilt. It was a tough decision, but I finally decided that Friends and Foes are Welcome Here would hang in my East Point office.
