Monday, December 29, 2014

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 ...

13 comments:

  1. I think the privilege is ours Kathy. It is a delight to share your 'snippets'!

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  2. That's a beautiful quilt made all the more special by having fabrics from dad's shirts. Enjoy your New Year's Day!

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  3. It's fun to visit your blog, so thanks for the pleasure. Plus I'm in Michigan like you so that makes it even more fun. :-) Happy New Year!!

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  4. The quilt is so pretty and I just love that you included pieces of Earl's shirts. That's a great contribution. :)

    Jon Karon's books are so sweet, aren't they? I tell people who haven't read them that it's a peek into the lives of some normal people in a village. I'll have to read the new one for sure.

    Happy New Year to one of my longest standing blogging buddies. :)

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  5. Have a wonderful time with your friends and a very Happy New Year to you!

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  6. I loved seeing your quilt but I'm looking forward to seeing the others whenever you get a chance to visit your girls and share photos with us. I love Jan Karon's books and I want to read her newest one. My dear, little mother recently gave me the original set - you've inspired me to re-read them again! I feel so privileged to be your friend and have a chance to chat 'over the back fence'. Have a very Happy New Year, dear friend.
    ~Adrienne~

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  7. The quilt is beautiful and I know they will treasure them always! I love Jan Karon as well and I am in the middle of this current book. I enjoyed every single post you did this year and I am looking forward to spending more time with "you" here in 2015. Best wishes for the New Year!
    Hugs,
    Penny

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  8. I, too, look forward to another year of enjoying your posts, seeing what you create, and just being your friend. Happy New Year, my friend. xxoo

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  9. The quilt is beautiful! I love Jan Karon's books! I've read all the Mitford series and her first Father Tim novel. Can't wait to read her latest one! Happy New Year!

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  10. Such a pretty quilt! Loved reading about your Christmas! So enjoy stopping by here to visit! Wishing you a happy New Year!

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  11. Golly...and here I'd just decided that maybe the Karon book wasn't any good (fooling myself of course!) and I would be glad I didn't buy it. Guess I'll just go ahead and order it then and be glad I have it on the bookshelf for reading again and again like all the rest.

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  12. I love that you made those quilts for your kids. That is on my to do list one of these days! I read the first 3 Mitford books this fall and am on a little break but plan to start back up again soon!

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  13. I don't know if I've ever commented on your blog but I enjoy reading through your posts. But I had to comment today because you mentioned
    Jan Karon's new book. I have resolved to read the whole Mitford series again from the beginning before I allow myself to read the newest one. Hopefully soon! I want to live in Mitford! :)

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