Changes.............

I'm still here......and "Changes" seem to be the new normal for us.  Just when I think I have things somewhat under control we hit another twist in the road.  You know how that goes.

The latest is retirement.  We have been talking about this next big step happening in a few months.  DH will have been working as an air traffic controller for forty years and we have been getting ourselves ready.  Then a month ago the FAA announced that it was closing all it's contract towers.  After some thought and a lot of talking the idea of retiring sooner rather than later was sounding very nice.  Three days before "R" day our plans came to a halt when the FAA put the tower closures on hold for ten weeks.  We are now in a holding pattern until mid-June and waiting to see what comes next.

Looking back.....

The last few months have been a bit of a roller coaster ride for us.  Most of my time last summer was spent getting Mom's house ready to sell.  Thanks to my DH for tons of support and lots of heavy lifting and to a wonderful realtor we closed escrow the first week of November.  Starting in October I spent way too much time hanging out at hospitals while family members recovered from accidents and health issues. 

So for several months my sewing machine has sat idle because I lacked the time, energy, inspiration and even the desire to sew.  Instead I have gone back to knitting--for me a very calming activity and also very portable.  After knitting several scarves I jumped in and started a sweater.  It's about 2/3 finished and with luck it will fit me when it's done.  It's been many years since I knit sweaters and it feels good to work with yarn again.  My sewing machine is starting to call to me too.  Mom will come home from the hospital in a couple of weeks and I think then I'll be ready to find a UFO and pick up where I left off. 

It feels good to be moving forward again.

Time Flies!

Hmmm.  Where did the last month go?  I feel like I've been running non-stop.  Fortunately this month was full of fun and happy times. 

Our RV trip to St George was great and a much needed get-away.  Because the eclipse occurred at 6pm we were able to set up the scope in the park right beside the RV to view it.  All the comforts of home and I was able to knit while waiting for the big event to take place.

The day after we got home we moved the plane to a hangar and began taking it apart for it's annual inspection.  This year we replaced the carpet so the process was a little more involved than usual.  With luck there will not be any local TFRs next weekend and we will get some flying in.

Son Tim graduated from CSUN with a second masters last week so of course there was celebrating.  Congratulations Tim!!!  And I am days away from closing the books on the bank accounts for the SWS meeting our chapter hosted.  Yippee!

Tomorrow our mini-group goes on its annual quilting retreat.  So today I'm packing up fabric, sewing machine, snacks and all the other "important stuff" we need at retreat.  Hope I don't forget anything.  I'm looking forward to three wonderful days!

Till next time.............

Loose ends

Lots going on but none of it in the sewing room.  I spent Mother's Day with Mom and it was a very nice day.  We went to church then brunch.  Most of last week was spent working on SWS accounting.  I'm so happy that the end is in sight!

We brought the RV home on Friday so all my free time is spent packing.  We will leave Wednesday evening, spend Thursday at Disneyland then work our way to St George, Utah to view the solar eclipse next Sunday.  Summer is here and with the warmer nights hubby is looking forward to lots of telescope time.  And that means more time in the sewing room for me.  But now I have to find a hand project to take on the road.

Till next time.................

Another Finish

It's been a very busy week!  Our chapter of the 99s hosted the Southwest Section meeting over the weekend.  Women pilots from several states gathered and we all had a great time.  Just like quilters there was lots of laughter, photos, food and of course some chocolate and wine to be enjoyed. 

Before the weekend arrived I was able to finish up the little bag I pulled fabric for last week. 

The pattern is Tag Along Tote by Atkinson Designs.  It is fairly quick and easy to make and so nice when you don't want to carry a large (heavy) bag.  This one is a gift for a friend and will be on it's way today. 

Till next time.........

a Finish & a Start

First the Start.............

I have been watching Judy's Design Wall Monday posts on Patchwork Times for such a long time and wanting to join in.  But lots of other have-tos seemed to get in the way.  This week I have a clear design wall with just fabric I pulled for a little bag and the pattern.  By next week it will be done, ready to show you, and on its way to a friend.

& the Finish...........

I've been spending a lot of time working on my grandsons quilt and it is finally finished!  It's been about a year since he helped me pick out fabrics for his quilt.  I drafted the pattern on EQ and as often happens a few design changes were made along the way making for some creative piecing.  Now it's all ready to go home with him. 

Till next time..........................

Hmmmmm..................

It's been a busy week but no excuses.  Seems I would rather spend time reading others blogs than writing in mine...............