Drawing to a Close

Well here we are, on the cusp of another new year.  I planned to show you the quilts I made for my kids for Christmas, one for each of them to snuggle under while they watch t.v. or read, but it turns out in my haste to get them finished in time I took photos of only one. All were done in shades of blue and white, all different patterns and all included scraps of some of Earl's shirts as his contribution. They all seemed to love them but I will have to get pictures of the other three when I visit them at their new homes. 

 Note to self, work on your embroidery skills.

It was a relaxed Christmas, a little time with family, perhaps a new tradition of seeing a new release at the theater with the kids. I haven't taken the decorations down as we will have guests celebrating with us this week, but come the New Year it will be a clean sweep!
I just finished reading Jan Karon's new book, "Somewhere Safe with Someone Good", the first book I have actually taken time to read in so long I can't remember.  What a treat! So good I have determined to re-read the rest of the series beginning to end.  Of course there is that sadness at having finished and wondering just how long I will have to wait to read more of the series. They are such uplifting books, I highly, highly recommend them! I trust you all are preparing to celebrate the New Year, we will be spending it with dear friends, the best way to celebrate! I'll be back later in the week with a year in review.
Let me just say, it is a privilege to share little pieces of my life throughout the years with you. Thank you for stopping by, for saying hello, and for sharing little pieces of your life with me too! I look forward to another year of talking over the back fence with you at ...