The Simple Woman's Daybook 12/27'2013

FOR TODAY  January 20,2014

Outside my window...sunny and temperate!

I am thinking... about friends with physical needs/ .

I am thankful...for the people in health care positions . 

In the kitchen... I have meatballs and sauce in the crock pot.

I am wearing...denim capris, sandals and a grey top.

I am creating.... a baby quilt.

I am going...to take a long walk.

I am wondering... when my grand son and a friend will come home from the hospital.

I am reading... Stella Bain by Anita Shreve (I recommend it!)

I am hoping.... to finish some small projects up this week so I can start on a new quilt.

I am looking forward to...Going on a quilt shop trip Friday.

I am learning to ... .eat and drink before I am really thirsty or hungry. This keeps me from overeating!

Around the house...it is time to vacuum and  mop floors again.

A favorite quote for today..."Open your mouth only if what you are about to say is more beautiful than silence." Arabic quote



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'Tis the Season of Gifting

I generally try to make many of my Christmas gifts and certainly enjoy trying to find the perfect gift to match the person I am gifting. This year my side of the family celebrated Thanksmas . I can reveal the gifts I worked on throughout the year!  

This pillow sham was made from left over pieces of a  Twister quilt that I made for my dear friend Vikki. A good book, cuppa coffee and the pellet stove will all help her get through the cold Maine winter as cuddles on the couch with her quilt and pillow!                          
 
Evidently I haven't uploaded the pictures of the other gifts but I will tell you that I made market  bags for my sister and in law, a laundry bag and jewelry pouch  for my niece, and a dozen pints of pickles for my soon to be  son-in-law! My nephew got  winter supplies including a  fold up shovel for  his car. Add some  snack mix and an assortment of Maine made mustards along with gift cards and my brother and brother-in law were covered!  Merry Thanksmas to all and to all a good night!

Snowman Hat

Second completion on this snowy day! I am making these sweet hats for some little gals I know. Truthfully, I have had this hat completed for awhile but I only just got around to adding the nose and eyes tonight!

Respectfully,
Harmony

Snowed In

We got well over a foot of snow today and it is still coming! I used it to my advantage and whipped up this fun table runner. It will be given as a gift, but I won't tell who is getting it!

This was my first attempt at the quilt as you go method and it was a breeze. If you are short on time and need a gift to truffle together, I highly recommend checking out Missouri Star's tutorial on YouTube. Click here to check it out.

Respectfully,
Harmony

FOR TODAY  December 13,2013

Outside my window...warm and dark.

I am thinking... about some of the activities I am missing in my hometown.

I am thankful...that I can keep in touch with friends and family via email and Facebook!

In the kitchen...I am headed to the fridge for jello and a banana.

I am wearing...jeans, a red top and green necklace and earrings.

I am creating.... a Spider Web wall hanging.

I am going... to get up early and take my walk.

I am wondering... when a package I am waiting for will arrive!

I am reading... A Perfect Christmas  by ????

I am hoping... the replacement charger for my Kindle arrives soon. I can not believe it was shipped to Maine!

I am looking forward to... spending  some time at my sewing machine this weekend.

I am learning to ...  make sourdough bread starter.

Around the house...I  need to finish putting up some decorations.

A favorite quote for today..." Try  with a little umph and you will triumph"  Unknown



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FOR TODAY  December 27,2013

Outside my window...warm and dark.

I am thinking... about all of the people in Maine without electricity due to the ice storm last weekend.

I am thankful...that I have electricity!!

In the kitchen... I have fresh picked strawberries on the counter that I need to put away!

I am wearing...long black pants and a bright red top.

I am creating....pillowcases and leg warmers. 

I am going...to the local quilt shop tomorrow to check out the  pre-inventory sales!

I am wondering... what the weather will be like next week when company comes.

I am reading... Necessary Lies by Diane Chamberlin (a favorite author)

I am hoping...I can figure out why my Kindle is not accepting my password! Grrrr.....

I am looking forward to... seeing Ryan,Lucretta and Andrew.

I am learning to ... drink BEFORE I feel thirsty.

Around the house...I have folded laundry that needs to be put away first thing in the morning.

A favorite quote for today..."Christ came so we might abundantly live.I am enjoying the abundance." Maya Angelou



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FOR TODAY  December 6,2013

Outside my window...warm and dark.

I am thinking... about how thankful I am to be able to live in FL during the winter.

I am thankful...that  we arrived safely  yesterday.

In the kitchen...I  have  stocked the refrigerator and cupboards.

I am wearing...my  summer pajamas!

I am creating....  the next round of Christmas gifts!

I am going... work in my flower garden tomorrow.

I am wondering... about how much "news" I am missing by not getting the hometown newspaper forwarded down here.

I am reading... The Valley of Amazement   by Amy Tan

I am hoping... the replacement charger for my Kindle arrives Monday as promised. I can't  believe it didn't get packed!

I am looking forward to... spending some time in the sunshine  this weekend.

I am learning to ... wear my " good" shoes around the house. I  don't want to have my feet hurt!

Around the house...I  need to wash the summer grime off my windows.

A favorite quote for today... I am enjoying the many Nelson Mandela quotes being posted  in remembrance of this gentleman.



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