Gina-DearGina

The Vow

2012-02-15T10:17:00.000-08:00

Very touching film! Believeable for me totally:) I didnt think I would like a sappy movie, but I did indeed. And frankly, I havent like one since the Notebook! ( which in some ways this reminded me of....) This was based on a true story, and God bless that patient Man! Rachel was far better an actor in this than she was in Wedding Crashers. I think she is just adorable. But.. sure made me feel

Safe House-Movie View

2012-02-15T00:57:00.000-08:00

Alert the media! Twice in one month??? Theres hope for my dumbass!I enjoyed the film, and I'll tell you why. I very much likened it to a new and exciting episode of 24!!! Dirty CIA operatives, and of course rouge denzel, convincing the newbie reynolds he is near the same fate. I was on the edge of my seat and had I had any popcorn I am sure it would have been in the air several times. I so like

A Valentine Excercise. Two of Two.

2012-02-14T00:04:00.000-08:00

Dear G, You make me mental on so many levels. Your goofy antics, the crazy messes that you get yourself into perplex me. I sometimes find it difficult to keep up with you! I fall in love with your every giggle, and nutty idea. Your every sigh is a magnet for many. Your serious, heart felt conversation, nothing short of a rock and roll symphony. The very depth of your mind travels, takes me with

A Valentine Excercise One Of Two

2012-02-14T00:01:00.000-08:00

Dear G, Could you even be a hotter mess at times? I skip daily just to meet you. To greet you. Give the two of us time to heal.An impatient little Minx, you are a special love, with much to offer. Don't give up. You are worth the journey that must be travelled. Forever will find you. I'm happy that you haven't locked the door. You are so good at this, your rewards will surely come. With every

Ms. Wizard Says........

2012-02-13T00:56:00.000-08:00

Morning. I have been doing homework all week and I gotta tell ya, I am quite perplexed about the New Ms. Wizard.Do you peoples remember when the "click" theory of mine was born? A way to change the channel in my brain and NOT WRITE about dancing with the demons in my mind. Therefore not to go down the road from hell all the time? Brilliant right???? Ok... So listen up. Four years later I am

Fourth Year To Forever

2012-02-12T00:01:00.000-08:00

"The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty."– Winston Churchill Time can and does certainly change us.Too bad that we cannot change time. Around every corner a new journey, adventure, some well received, some not.All of them unknown. Unchangeable changing times. On that we can rely. Today is the fourth year of forever for me, and

Ginger Snap Pamper Day!

2012-02-10T16:26:00.000-08:00

Ok, Ginger Snap, and me too.... Thank you so much Secret Admirer:) Made my Week! My Month! My Lil Princess, HEY! Aviana? She needs you! Scuse my mess on the side? Such Bitchin Boots..... ::sigh:::

What to do with Jeans!

2012-02-09T10:53:00.000-08:00

"I have often regretted my speech, never my silence."— Publilius Syrus I bet James is having a whole hefer up there on heavens landing when he sees what Imma doing with some of his jeans! LOLOL Poor Baby.Well, hey, in my defense, I find that Jeans quilts feel too much like a dentist X ray blankie! And he hated the dentist!There ya go, I justified it.Nuff said.I think a few pocket pillows are in

Wednesday Whine Day! LOL

2012-02-08T10:26:00.000-08:00

I love this find! But what thrilled me over coffee this morning was THIS ONE!!!I WANT ONEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEPlease? And the step stool too? <---whining

Missing Ma

2012-02-07T10:00:00.000-08:00

"You don't kind of let go, you don't kind of ride waves. You either ride them or you don't." Laird Hamilton Mornin` coffee through a straw today. Be gentle with me. I am busy all day, and still have trouble getting, and staying asleep. I tried Melotonin. It didnt work. No coffee, no tea... maybe just some hot lemon water sometimes, but its bugging me for sure. Send tips:)Do you remember what

MM I'm on it!

2012-02-06T11:31:00.000-08:00

You desire to know the art of living, my friend? It is contained in one phrase: make use of suffering."– Henri Frédéric Amiel http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFAiqxm1FDA Ha! okay?I'm on it... you betcha. Only the strong survive.Never let `em see ya sweat anyway. Done deal.How are you peoples? Did you enjoy the superbowl? I had my sewing machine humming while playing on Facebook and phones with

Congo Squares

2012-02-03T00:01:00.000-08:00

Disclaimer: I am NOT from the south! I hear tell these are. My kids loved them, as did their Dad, so I made them. Its one of those Bars that everyone but me enjoys. Drools over... I suppose its because chocolate has never really tickled me. Anyway, I thought I should give this to ya since ya know..... MOST quilters dig chocolate and cats? GRUNT. Hey Kids? Go make some for your Dad. He will be

James Tee Shirt Quilt # Two

2012-02-02T09:17:00.000-08:00

"The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled."– Plutarch KareBears turn... Nearly four years later. My bad. It is what it is... I'm still on it. After it. I cant beat myself up over the time or motivation eh? I miss him, and with the Tee's, I smell him. Bittersweet, good and bad. Healing and hurting. I haven't sent Jake's off to him because I am STILL hugging it! Its comfy.

Turkey Croquettes

2012-02-01T12:31:00.000-08:00

"Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor."– Truman Capote Wonder what to do with left over turkey meat besides soup? Besides Enchiladas? Oh wait... I got a bazillion ideas. Heres one of my Ma's go to recipes for said meat. It takes some planning during the day, but well worth it. The recipe can be doubled, but then you'll just eat them and cuss me out. I made these last night,

My Minestrone Soup

2012-02-01T00:11:00.000-08:00

"Be happy. It's one way of being wise."– Colette I can't stop cooking. For whom I dont know. Do I have OCD? WTH? Somebody stop me! I'm not even eating! My freezer is!! Wanna come over? You know what I'm making now? I found Ma's recipe for Turkey Croquettes! Im having a ball! The bummer is that this recipe of hers takes so long! I am chilling things, while chilling wine, while drinking wine... Im

Easy Breezy Peanut Brittle

2012-01-31T18:40:00.000-08:00

"Luck is the by-product of busting your fanny." Art, this ones for you! Get KareBear on it. Its easy. So easy and delish!Do not deviate from the real, fresh, true ingredients. Not good. Tell her you wish to have this on Valentines Day:) 1 Cup Sugar1/2 Cup light Karo Syrup1 Cup Roasted salted peanuts1 tsp Butter1 Tsp Vanilla1 Tsp Baking soda Blend sugar and Karo in a 1 1/2 quart glass

Maya? I feel Ya!

2012-01-31T17:41:00.000-08:00

Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I'm not cute or built to suit a fashion model's size But when I start to tell them, they think I'm telling lies. I say, It's in the reach of my arms The span of my hips, The stride of my step, The curl of my lips. I'm a woman Phenomenally. Phenomenal woman, That's me. I walk into a room Just as cool as you please, And to a man, The fellows stand or Fall

One For The Money

2012-01-31T10:49:00.000-08:00

"I care not what others think of what I do, but I care very much about what I think of what I do! That is character." – Theodore Roosevelt ONE STAR, cause her leading man is cute! One for the Money has Katherine Heigl playing Stephanie Plum, a recent divorcée who returns to her New Jersey hometown, finds inexperianced work as a bail bondsman, and is soon on the hunt for the gruffy fugitive who

MM Cucumber Water

2012-01-30T10:55:00.000-08:00

"We make our fortunes and call them fate."– Benjamin Disreali Good Monday Morning! Thank God the week end is over! I know, I must be the only one on the planet who doesnt love the weekend right?I made a turkey dinner, drank tons of Spa Water...AKA Cucumber water... and tried not to go berzerk. Cucumber Water... the new wine 30. Light, refreshing, non caloric, and put in the correct stemware, we

I Miss Us

2012-01-28T12:13:00.000-08:00

The best exercise for the heart is to reach down and lift someone else up. "Tim Russert". That would be Heather Woman. I was having some fresh gound coffee while pondering getting my lists made today. I wanted to talk to her. I have these moments you know, as do we all with various loved ones. With H, she is running 10 years behind me and common ground is compromised. Little chittlins, and

Fingerless Gloves

2012-01-26T20:47:00.000-08:00

Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising up every time we fail. - Ralph Waldo G found pinterest. This is trouble. God bless my flat ass right? Rut Ro.... I found a pair of fingerless gloves that I am daydreaming about! Now a year ago, I would never ave worn these. Now I dont know ow I braved the chilly days and nights without them. On the beach they rock too! I can quilt,

MM Bloggers Block?

2012-01-23T18:26:00.000-08:00

"Inspiration usually comes during work, rather than before it." Madeleine L'Engle Forgive me Dear Blog Readers for I have sinned. been absent. Life is smack in my way right now! Really... I am simply trying to survive. Its really maddening too. I think that the more I walk the better it will get. I am not right. LOL I'm looking for a cure. This made me smile today. I want one. From the death

MM I Love Bold Colors!

2012-01-16T11:26:00.000-08:00

Take care of Business, so your Business will take care of you! K. Dee. Bares repeating................. Morning! ( for a few more minutes?) I am busy sewing, cause it keeps me off the treadmill...ssshhhh.Do you just love these colors?? WOW! Its really fun to quilt these, for sure. So did you peoples see the Golden Globes? Gorgeous dresses! Gorgeous men! I see facial hair is hot this year..lol

Friday The Thirteenth

2012-01-13T12:28:00.000-08:00

"Become so wrapped up in something that you forget to be afraid." – Lady Bird Johnson I have a huge list but all I really want to do is make a fabulous Porchini sauce! Grunt. Its noon and I havent gotten my butt on the treadmill yet. Its on the list too. I suppose I have been busy fighting the funk if you know what I mean. Its what I do. I got my sugar under control finally. I was so scolded this

Changes A Foot: Maybe

2012-01-11T00:01:00.000-08:00

"Ya got to take care of business if you want your business to take care of you."K. Dee Well, the words rang true enough today. I am trying to hold on to my passion of my quilting business. With my entire S.O.U.L. I wonder if its even possible now? A supplemental business as I know, but I .... I....I'm NOT getting any younger! I shoulda been rich by now! ( sorry, momentary loss in emotion there).

Mom About the Town: Scarves. Beautiful Lovely Scarves.

2012-01-10T22:09:00.000-08:00

Mom About the Town: Scarves. Beautiful Lovely Scarves.: Scarves are amazing. They are one of my trendy clothing obsessions. I think it's because they are a blend of cute, sexy, fun, fashionable...

Sisters Are Hot Mamas!

2012-01-10T00:06:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Sissy!Have a wonderful day and I hope that the family treat you as special as you are! "Be a first rate version of yourself, not a second rate version of someone else." – Judy Garland

MM Why Is Everyday "Begin Again"?

2012-01-09T09:39:00.000-08:00

Did you peoples see it? Did ya? Omgoodness.... How magnificent was the full moon last night! I swear I could have roped it because it was so close! What a perfect way to end a perfect beach night. All the pondering in the world could not have prepared me for this beauty. It just reminded me that yes DearGina, everyday is to begin again.I woke up after having a bad memory dream, but quickly

Sunday= Beachday

2012-01-08T20:33:00.000-08:00

I just couldnt take it any longer and loaded up the firewood, the dog and the wine and sat my butt on the beach for the day! night! It was wonderful, relaxing, and much needed. If i could figure out a wzy to write out there I think it would be near perfect! alas....two missing laptops will not allow me to. I had a great time anyway talking to families and walking Ginny. My fire was none to

Tee Shirt Number One

2012-01-06T18:52:00.000-08:00

Jake... I used flannel, not Minkee. sorry?But its loaded! call channel 3!!!! I think I need more pressure to perform well. NOT. why yes i am there in the background, on my butt watching tv. I seriously need a treadmill. I look on craigslist everyday but nothing in tne category of FREE yet. grunt. I am working from the tablet here, is extremely frustrating too..I' learn it. Fear not dear blog

Happy Birthday Linda!

2012-01-02T00:01:00.000-08:00

I hope that you enjoy your day, and your year of being fiftyish and fabulous! I am grateful for your friendship and quilting mad skills! Your kind heart and positive nature picks me up and carries me through crap that I dont wish to go through at all! Love yer Guts Girl!

Quilty Resolutions Only,Thanks

2012-01-01T00:01:00.000-08:00

"I think in terms of the day's resolutions, not the year's."Henry Moore I believe in the above statement. Whole heartedly. However, I am considering amending this slightly to accomodate a few quilting goals. *I really would like to not just attend, but to be a vender in Art In The Park Festivities here. I did the Lodi Street fair quite a few times and had great fun. So many tourists here just

Almost Through These Holidays!

2011-12-28T09:36:00.000-08:00

"I think in terms of the day's resolutions, not the year's." Henry Moore Good Morning:) I see that ten days have past since last we chatted? I'm sorry. I cannot even say that I have been too busy. You peoples now how I feel about downer blogabouts, so I dont write about downer days. Tis a shame, because I would really love to. Thank you all for your caring emails. What would I do without ya?

Guess Who's Coming For Christmas?

2011-12-18T12:08:00.000-08:00

I cant wait to see them!!!This is my Son Jake and his BEAUTIFUL family! Stephanie, Shawn, and Jamie. I cant wait to see them! Oh I said that.... I know it will be ever so short, but I will love em up while I can. I havent seen them since August and I tell you, these kids grew a foot! Even though its a very crappy time, I will still find Christmas in my familys arms.

Messenger Bag Obsession Now

2011-12-15T10:58:00.000-08:00

I guess its keeping my mind sane right? Of course right. Im so sorry that Im not writing. Life is really rough right now. I will be fine, no worries. ( Never let em see ya sweat?)This cheetah is for my neice. I have a bunch going in different varieties. I will post when I can. This one has the coolest glide verigated thread that doesnt show up. I am also hanging out with my crystal bejeweler! A

MM

2011-12-12T20:12:00.001-08:00

Week Ends Still Stink!

2011-12-11T21:53:00.000-08:00

Bored! What happens when I'm bored? I do crazy things like Bling my butt! I have had these jeans for awhile now. Nice, boot cut, except that the back looks like a mens slacks back! So... I blinged it. Then I looked around for other things to bling. Nothing is safe when I'm in this mood. I had to hide the tool box from myself! Then, I decided to make a messenger bag. I got as far as a nice hand

DearGina Up!

2011-12-10T11:07:00.000-08:00

It's Official! www.deargina.com Lives again!!!Go see! Hurry!Leave me love notes!Ideas!Suggestions for more content!Pretend I have a white board and we are doodling a million ideas and see which ones stick!Market Me!!Ya want me to keep going with this?Okay then! Go See!!A much appreciated thanks to Heather for all of the many hats that you wear, including a G Hat:)Love YOU!

Oprah-ism

2011-12-09T10:28:00.000-08:00

Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure. Oprah Winfrey No guarantees eh? Yep yep yep. Proven. How is your Friday going? I made a list and had breakfast? I function so much better late morning on you know. I think its sleep, or lack thereof. I spent most of the night following Ginger around because she had a tummy ache. I wonder if

Then What?

2011-12-07T11:53:00.000-08:00

"Then What?"Dr. Daniel Amen Morning. I listened to this doctor on PBS and rather enjoyed it. It was about changing the brain. Google him. Fascinating seminar. In the middle of all of my post it notes I stuck one up with above qoute. It can really be applied to absolutley anything! After I eat this cookie, then what? After I say this, or do that, then what? In my subjective opinion, it keeps me

Coffee Blogabout May Be At Wine 30

2011-12-06T14:52:00.000-08:00

"Never apologize for showing feeling. When you do so, you apologize for truth."– Benjamin Disraeli Ya never know with me these days right? Its wine and cheese time, not coffee and cottage cheese time! lol Sorry, I was seeing Mr Wizard. Good Lord I needed it too! It helps to not beat myself up so much. Thats what they tell me anyway. Also to my Dr Appt, did you remember the fateful December meet

Never Forget How It Made You Feel

2011-12-05T08:33:00.000-08:00

"People will forget what you said; People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel." Oh Mercy how true is that??? Good morning:)It's Monday and I'm looking for gratitudes in my sleepy head. I found some, no worries. Its tough when its rough eh? Yep, yep, yep.I was up far too late last night. Feel crappy now. Ginger was "on duty" and kept me up due to

Twilight Saga

2011-12-04T01:47:00.000-08:00

A little late, but I finally am up to speed with the Twilight series! Go me! My Sis just KNEW that I would like it, no matter how many times I told her that I had absolutley no interest in Vampires and Wolves. She is just trying ever so hard to distract my mind and heart for awhile, however little it is. Thanks Sis. So... I was mistaken! Totally investied in the series I watched three, back to

Thirteen Inches Whacked Away!

2011-12-03T12:42:00.000-08:00

As you peoples can see by the LOOK on my face, I am totaly unsure and in shock myself! Man, I guess I could never have a poker face eh? Not a stitch of make up on, this is really unplugged...LOLI LOVE the color, but its too short. I have played with it a lot, and got it a few ways that I think is fun.I am getting used to it, although my neck is chilly! Ginger keeps sniffing me like WTF? I say its

December is Breathing Down My Neck!

2011-11-29T10:19:00.000-08:00

"None of us will ever accomplish anything excellent or commanding except when he listens to this whisper which is heard by him alone." – Ralph Waldo Emerson Morning:) It would seem that all roads lead to the December first deadline for me eh? Much to do!I have bloodwork due in, and the BIG decision that my doctor will make as to whether or not I have been good enough NOT to be put on a lifelong

MM Yes, I am Here Somewhere

2011-11-28T08:46:00.000-08:00

It's damned hard to beat a pesrson that never gives up.Babe Ruth I'm in hopes that everyone had an attitude of gratitude this past holiday. I tried too. I suppose that I always will. You peoples KNOW how I feel eh? I have suffered the ultimate and still I breath, so nothing will destroy me. It's a good thing. Lets move on. CLICK What are you working on this week? I am bouncing from kids

Monday? Tuesday?

2011-11-21T09:07:00.000-08:00

OK, I think you peoples should send me some work so I can STOP making potholders and pillowcases and survive! ( this sounds like a country song) Good Monday Morning:) Second cuppa thoughts.... What follows "I AM" will come looking for ya! I am a survivor I am successful I am stronger than I know I am going to win a huge lottery ... you get the picture right? I should call Mr Wizard and tell

Hot Buttered Rum

2011-11-20T18:43:00.000-08:00

I decided that I needed a booster shot and the wine wasnt the ticket tonight. Its cold and rainy inside and out so I went to work. AFTER I boiled some eggs. Wierd I know. Its fabulous and hitting the spot. I just hope that it doesnt make my sugar level go sky high!!!It has been off the charts for a few weeks now. I am trying but I cant seem to keep it low. Not a clue? BTW, I hadnt bought rum in

Ginger Has Stuff To Say!

2011-11-17T12:57:00.001-08:00

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Thanks So Much

2011-11-17T10:14:00.000-08:00

I'm trying. Really I am. I am so very grateful for your caring emails. Keep em coming, as I need all my Homies now:) I thought this was quite fitting GIF for the day since I cant seem to blog effectively.Love your guts!

Dark Days

2011-11-16T09:07:00.001-08:00

A Thought

2011-11-15T10:55:00.001-08:00

Let go. Why do you cling to pain? There is nothing you can do about the wrongs of yesterday. It is not yours to judge. Why hold on to the very thing which keeps you from hope and love? -- Leo Buscaglia

Work Wednesday, No Breaks Allowed

2011-11-09T09:35:00.000-08:00

Yes, that would be me this week! Sorry Dear Blog readers, but I'm trying to get a "family fix" this week end, therefore I am buried in work. I seriously need a maid. Grunt.Love yer guts!

Yep, It's A Monday Alright......

2011-11-07T09:47:00.000-08:00

Experience is simply the name we give to our mistakes. Mornin`. Four days is all that I have left on a HUGE king custom. YES, I am afraid. Very afraid! I didnt get further than two rows and a border all week end! ( STRESS) I just went to buy more coffee. I'm gonna need it. I was actually aprehensive about going to the store and missing the verdict for Conrad Murray trial come in! It didnt happen

Broccoli & Cheese Soup With Bacon Topping

2011-11-06T14:04:00.000-08:00

I know it isnt Friday, but I'm quilting while rain pummels my new patio cover! This causes anxiety, so... she cooks. With every effort to reduce carbs, I love a couple things.. Soups,Breads and CHEESE! So I adjusted this heart attack in a bowl soup to suit my diet.. VOILA! My old recipe has SO much cream and butter and topped with yummy croutons!!! DAMN IT! I'm not sure what thrilled me here,

Spinach & Sausage Stuffed Peppers

2011-11-04T10:00:00.000-07:00

We arrive at the truth, not by the reason only, but also by the heart."– Blaise Pascal Dang, I couldnt have said it better myself.Morning:) How you peoples this rainy Friday? I woke up a bit panicky today, thinking about the king custom I am to attack. Then I opened the freezer and starred at sausage I want to cook. Shutting the door and pouring the first cuppa I spied the tee shirt quilt I have

The Quilter Ten Commandments

2011-11-03T03:26:00.000-07:00

1.Thou shall not buy another piece of fabric until thou has used two pieces from thy stash. 2.Thou shall not pre-wash RED fabrics with your family members WHITE underwear. If you neglect to pre wash the aforementioned RED fabric and it bleeds all over your completed quilt,thou shall not whine. You may, however drink some. 3. Thou shalt name all beloved machines as if they belong in

Ole' Elna Meets New Janome!

2011-11-02T03:06:00.000-07:00

"I just kept on doing what everyone starts out doing. The real question is, why did other people stop?" – William Stafford Out with the old and in with the new? NOPE. I now have a tool that I can enjoy going Mach one with my hair on fire!!!It really doesnt do much else, but it does that Extremely well! Backwards, forwards, FAST HOWEVER..... Ole Ellie has some stitches I cannot do without!

Halloween 2011

2011-11-01T07:13:00.000-07:00

So, heres a recap... I ate a TWIX candy car mini. I had Mufasa take all of the candy to his students today. I dont even LIKE candy and it is a temptation. GRUNT. While he trick or treated with Emily, I played with my new sewing machine which I'll show you tomorrow. Let me just say that its SMOKIN hot, fast, and purty! For today, here is the FAM! I so wish we all could have been together:( I need

My Poodle Hates Me

2011-10-30T11:10:00.000-07:00

What happens To Poodles When My Grandkids arent Around? Poor Ginger. She is actually ticked off! You see the stink eye shes giving me? Kind of like Shoe shopping with Aviana! LOLOL I want my grand babies here damn it!!! Come on kids! Save your favorite dog!! LOLOL I got her some doggie cookies for trick or treat. She really isnt amused at all. I think I should get in the car and go visit kids.

Click!

2011-10-28T10:10:00.001-07:00

Finger Food Fun!

2011-10-27T03:06:00.000-07:00

Of course no white at night, but no one said anything about LUNCHTIME! I would REALLY like to add bacon to this recipe, but I better not eh... I think it was Heather last year who got me playing with onions often.. Im not sure what it was for though? (* note to self, play more memory games on Facebook) Anyway, I much prefer munchies to biggo meals. Tapas. Lotsa Tapas! Since my huge tomatoe bush

The Only Thing That Remains The Same Is Change

2011-10-26T07:38:00.000-07:00

"Calm self-confidence is as far from conceit as the desire to earn a decent living is remote from greed." Morning. So Ma, as usual, is is once again correct. I contend that adaption to lifes directional changes is necessary to good mental health. They dont say " roll with it" for nothin` eh?Whether its a new computer system to learn, a new home or partner, a lost loved one, I have learned that

Pacific International Quilt Fest Winner

2011-10-25T07:39:00.000-07:00

Not me, but close! A friend and colleauge here in the area , along with her client took a first in the Brother Amatuer catagory for Grandmas flower basket. Heres a pic:) Congrats to June and Margaret!This quilt has actually inspired me to finish Ma's hand embroidery and enter it in her honor next year... Maybe....... In other news, I am doing my personal best to be on the mend. I think...........

Sick Or Not, To Begin Again

2011-10-20T09:31:00.000-07:00

"We are what we pretend to be, so we must be careful what we pretend to be!"It's as if I do it daily! lol( begin again that is) Good morning. I'm off to a late but determined start.I need to finish this DWR quick like a bunny! I am praying that the batting holds out! I had a mini crisis when my arc ruler hit the ceiling and pushed my needle bar out of alignment. Thank God Mufasa was able to fix

Home From MQX West

2011-10-17T08:11:00.000-07:00

"We are not what we know but what we are willing to learn." Mary Catherine Bateson I had a wonderful learning experience. I loved seeing my friends and colleagues.I was thrilled with so many stunning quilts.I got SO SICK.yep yep yep... It began with a sore throat and turned into a chest cold to beat all! pain I tell you! On my Birthday no less!!! I slept away the last 24 hours of my stay, and

Portland, Day One, I made it!

2011-10-11T22:35:00.000-07:00

Not with any help from airlines! Remember when I went to MQS and they lost my luggage? THIS time they nearly lost ME! I was re routed to Phoenix! WHAT?? Ahuh... Bad weather in San Francisco... AHUH... how bad could it be in SF? I finally arrived long after midnight and hailed a cab instead of the light rail. Because I'm a chicken, thats why. Forty bucks and an hour later, I fell into my room.

MQX West Longarm Show

2011-10-09T09:17:00.000-07:00

Mornin! I woke up excited and scatter brained! In 24 hours I'll be on my way to a weeks worth of learning and loving up my passion of machine quilting! ( OK, and my Peeps too) I'm not so thrilled about my air travel plans. They pretty much stink, but who cares! I'm going! I get scared on turbo props, and for the life of me I dont understand why Phoenix is a layover to Portland!GRUNTI need an

Chicken and Swiss Chard

2011-10-07T09:59:00.000-07:00

Hey!!! I been playing with food again! Watch out! This is delish! Next time I think I'll try some toasted nuts in it! On it. And red bell peppers too! I have chicken issues. Its not a favorite. So I need to find innovative ways to prepare it. After I made rainy day chicken and dumplins, I made this. Healthier and better for me, live it approved. I love swiss chard. Ma made it all the time with

On The Move

2011-10-06T10:11:00.000-07:00

“And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years.” Abraham Lincoln And passion literally defines us right??? RIGHT! Mornin:) I'm so late. I slept in. I think I may have had way too much FUN at Stitch N Bitch last night...lol. I am working on the fourth Double wedding ring for a woman with 5 kids. ( one to go!) In the past years i have done these mostly

Moneyball! Go "A's"

2011-10-05T07:16:00.000-07:00

The main thing is to care. Care very hard, even if it is only a game you are playing." – Billie Jean King Its all about passion eh? Good morning:) I'm not awake, but I'm moving. Kinda.It's raining. grunt. WHY??? I just cant believe its started already. I'll make soup and it will all be good. Maybe the Italian Sausage soup? HmmmmDo you peoples know how much I like to go to the movies? Yep yep yep,

WW

2011-10-04T08:16:00.000-07:00

"Laughter is the closest distance between two people." And Holding.............. Good morning:) Its a tell all Tuesday isnt it? Grunt. Ok, let me guzzle this coffee real quick like a bunny first. BRBWhats it been now a month? Five weeks? I forget.(menopause happens) I still have no dang results from the nerve testing. That ticks me off as my feet and hands seem to be worsening. My energy levels

Design Wall Up! ::::CHECK::::

2011-10-03T08:49:00.000-07:00

It is good to act as if. It is even better to grow to the point where it is no longer an act." – Charles Caleb Colton Mornin`!Its been a long time coming, but the new design wall is up and its fabulous! It measures five foot x seven foot, with a nice wood trim with a quilt design of vining leaves travelling! Ms artsy fartsy and bob the builder spent our Sunday hard at work:) This, much like the

It's An IQ Official Announcment!

2011-09-30T09:35:00.000-07:00

"If people only knew how hard I work to gain my mastery, it wouldn't seem so wonderful at all." – Michelangelo Buonarroti Good morning! So I have waited this long to tell ya that Dear Gina is going digital! IQ Yep yep yep... I am now not ONLY hand guided, but digitized too! I am still a bit deer in the headlights about it all, however I am so excited to add this to the mix! It will relieve

Happy Birthday Justin!

2011-09-29T09:45:00.000-07:00

He is an officail TEENAGER! Where did thirteen years get off to anyway? An btw, I SO DONT FEEL THIS OLD. ( today) Happy Birthday Dear Grand Teen O mine! i am glad you liked the gift, wish I could have been there... altho it was pretty noisy when we spoke! I'm glad Mom made you Halibut too! Nonni loves you!

No White At Night

2011-09-27T02:42:00.000-07:00

I figured out why I'm fat. The shampoo I use says, "for extra body." I should use Dawn dish washing liquid. It says, "Dissolves fat that is difficult to remove."Yep This is my arsenal to do warrior battle with this new found problem O mine. All of them are quite the YAWN, save one. No White At Night. (center) It's easy, its sensible, and its working. The most difficult for me is getting in the

MM Catch and Release Fun

2011-09-26T08:16:00.000-07:00

Mornin`. What does this MM bring? <---hopeful, as always. What did you peoples do over the week end? You already know what I did! Burnt myself out on pillow cases! lol No way! Im still on them! I have a stack going now for the Womens Shelter in my area. I havent done stuff for them in about a year. Its time. I hope my Elna holds out. Its about dead! I dont know, it screams bloody murder at me

It's Raining Pillow Cases!

2011-09-24T15:11:00.000-07:00

Throw Your Hands In The Air ------And Wave `Em like You Just Dont Care! And make a bunch of pillow cases for no particular reason!So I'm obsessed with them.. I admit it.. Its super fun, quick, and I think I'll just use them for gift wrapping! lol Anyway, heres the directions if you peoples want to become hooked with me. Or... maybe youve moved on to postcards, hand dyes, etc... Remember when I

Favorite Prayer On My Way To Lights Out

2011-09-24T10:14:00.000-07:00

I know I have probobly written this before but I am certain that it bears repeating from time to time, in case you're getting old and crotchety.. oh geez did I say that? mercy. Sometimes the "funk" gets me, and I need to remember my faith. My love. (S) May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that

Carnita's Con Pico! ! MQX! Blima! Oh My!

2011-09-23T10:38:00.000-07:00

My great hope is to laugh as much as I cry; to get my work done and try to love somebody and have the courage to accept the love in return. -- Maya Angelou Well said Maya:) Ditto........... Morning! Just sat down for my second cuppa in front of my think tank and notepads. I have already been over to SLO, then to a friends, and now, I'M ON IT! I must get this roast roasted... I'm singing Happy

X Factor Premier

2011-09-22T08:09:00.000-07:00

Did you watch it? I couldn't wait to see Simon and Paula again:) That Pop star chicky Cheryl, sure is pretty eh? What was that Siamese character about? And they said yes? :::Shiver:::: I went to bed scratching things.. however, entertaining it was. I cant figure out how in the world they filter those thousands of people who turned out to audition! Wow, what a job! SIDENOTE: I'm sitiing here

See! On a Tell All Tuesday

2011-09-20T13:53:00.000-07:00

Quality is not cheap.Cheap is not quality. So.......what (good stuff) happened yesterday that I just felt?? Two quilts were accepted to compete at PIQF in October! Woohoo! Bubbling Beauty and Oriental Bliss!Told ya! Other Tell all Tuesday news.............Not a drop in the bucket but I'm down a few pounds and I'm walking my lil legs off!Just in case ya wanted to know? I dont know if its sheer

Be Who You Are

2011-09-19T07:55:00.000-07:00

"Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.” Dr. Seuss Good Momday morning:) I feel something good will happen today! No clue why.. I just do. Check back with me tomorrow...lolI spent the week end sewing/quilting and mindful food intake.. ok, and pricking my fingers. grunt. ( Lord I hate that) Now one would think that since I prick

Happy Birthday Jake! 27 OR 7????

2011-09-16T08:08:00.000-07:00

You don't raise heroes, you raise sons. And if you treat them like sons, they'll turn out to be heroes, even if it's just in your own eyes.” ~Walter M. Schirra Mom will take age seven, for a dollar:)Happy Birthday Lovie!

Ellen Degeneres Should See This!

2011-09-13T08:10:00.000-07:00

"If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading." – Lao-Tzu I'm tellin` ya... I dont know why Ellen hasnt contacted me yet! I have so many strange things to tell her! Okay... Look at this... Do you EVEN BELIEVE that Marshalls could do this to their patrons? Come on! Throw some donations in this jar while salivating over cookies and candies below! I personally spied the

Back To It

2011-09-12T08:20:00.000-07:00

You havent seen the last of me is my current year long theme song!Ok, how about... I get knocked down, but I get up again, and you're never gonna keep me down?So its Monday, new day, new week, she lives.How are you? Did you get ENOUGH 9-11 remeberance-ing? I did. Sheesh. Like I really needed another emotional roller coaster! I swore I wouldnt bawl the brown out of my eyes, but who wouldnt? I did

Happy Birthday Munz

2011-09-09T09:17:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Jamie. I will forever celebrate this day. 9x9=81 will ring my ears for the rest of my days.I hope that 27 years loving you is enough to sustain me until I can hold you again. Today I will work on our quilts again. I do try, Son. I do. I find good stuff and I think good thoughts, but still I wish to share them with you. You've missed so much I tell you! I know that you would love

Bad Habits

2011-09-07T08:47:00.000-07:00

"A bad habit never disappears miraculously; it's an undo-it-yourself project."– Abigail Van Buren Forgive me Dear Blog readers for I have sinned.Now dont start emailing that I am making fun of this confession prayer. Im just writing a tell all Tuesday for ya.I'm sorry that I have been away. I have been busy re adjusting. A.G.A.I. N.My fAamily wonders why I hate doctor appointments. I tell them

Adjusting Priorities

2011-08-31T08:53:00.000-07:00

"Desire is the starting point of all achievement, not a hope, not a wish, but a keen pulsating desire which transcends everything." Napoleon Hill I need to adjust my desires.Some of them are off the mark.Sometimes these darn quotes make me ponder so much, I cant write! I'll come back tomorrow and try again.I'm thankful for friends who pull a chuckle out of me when I need one the most.

Pioneer Woman Reminder!!!!

2011-08-27T10:55:00.001-07:00

http://thepioneerwoman.com/details-on-the-food-network-show/ TODAY 11:30 am!!!

Pandora Charms (5)

2011-08-26T03:14:00.000-07:00

Speaking of being "hooked" on things......................... My newest obsession in accessories, my Pandora is growing!My Sissy brought me the platinum sun from the Bahamas, ( my sissy went to the Bahamas and all I got was this charm?) And Jake and Stephanie gave me the Murano glass Cheetah in Idaho! I need Jakes birthstone... I think Walts... and whatever else that makes my head twirl! Im

Pioneer Woman Meets Food Network!

2011-08-25T11:34:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite morning reads (after my cat laugh) is The Pioneer Woman. Now.... she will be on TV! GO REE! Loading... Last year she had a "throwdown" with Chef Bobby Flay and she won!!! Go Ree!!Last year, Ms Heather and I had the pleasure of meeting her in SF at her latest book signing there. GO ME!!! Ree is going to have her very own cooking show on Food Network! GO Ree!!!

Guess Who Finally Watched...................

2011-08-25T03:13:00.000-07:00

How To Make An American Quilt? I see you shaking you're head. WTF was I doing in 1995 anyways??? Why am I always behind in movie views??This one takes the cake though..I mean really G..... No wait.. I think it took me longer to see The Joy Luck Club! LOLOL There's much more to a quilt than fabric and thread .But we quilters already knew this eh? Each design has its own unique story (or stories

Hooked On Things

2011-08-24T09:00:00.000-07:00

"Live in such a way that you would not be ashamed to sell your parrot to the town gossip."– Will Rogers Good morning:) By the time I was on my second cuppa this H.O.T. morning, I had a light bulb moment about my Ma's lil addictions through out her life. I could never figure out why she got attached to certain things, and they would come and go within several months. During those months she was

Marvelous Monday, On Time!

2011-08-22T08:04:00.000-07:00

"They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself."– Andy Warhol Good mornin`. Yep yep yep, its Monday. One more cup and I'll be on my feet. Which is a good thing since I have much to do! I think I have been Mach three since I got home. This morning Im making THE LIST with a strong cuppa and The Eagles on the stereo. Ahhhhh I sure wish I could see them in concert

Marinated Lamb Chops With Cherry Tomatoes

2011-08-19T12:36:00.000-07:00

I have an abundance of cherry tomatoes! I pop em in my mouth all the time! Think of all the good lycopene I'm getting right? Of course right. I think its a "G" popocorn. I am running out of quick and easy ideas for the little prizes though. Here's tonights pick after I pick! I think I will forever grow cherry tomatoes! Now if only my red peppers would do something for me:( 2 tablespoons

Say No To Shark Week!

2011-08-18T08:33:00.000-07:00

There are things six year olds should NEVER be allowed to watch on the history channel! Shark week being one of them.While Aviana was visiting we learned all about several species of sharks. She spoke quite knowledgeable about them, citing lemonheads, great whites, tigers, bulls, etc....Lil Miss larger than life didnt seem to be frightened in the least about the creatures. Just a bit obsessed eh?

Hi Honies! I'm Home!

2011-08-17T06:11:00.000-07:00

"To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe."– Anatole France Are these the cutest kids ever? I know!This is whereyour bad blogger hasbeen.I did a road trip by myself to I.D.A.H.O.!!!!!! yep yep yep... I done did it. I am so glad that I did! An ever so grueling 2000 miles, but well worth the trip! I'm sorry I have been AWOL, thank you for all

Big Red Quilt is On Her Way! MM

2011-08-01T12:11:00.000-07:00

"Failure seldom stops you. What stops you is the fear of failure."– Jack Lemmon LOOK!Not only first place, but Judges specialty award too! I am so very tickled!!! A serious boost to the confidance department:) It was so worth all the mind boggling pebbles! Marvelous Mondays include:Pretty ribbons saying I am good enough!

2011-07-31T14:44:00.000-07:00

"People usually fail when they are on the verge of success. So give as much care to the end as to the beginning."– Lao-Tzu I think more often than not some of us do set ourselves up to fail. I wonder why? Why would we be afraid of success? I'm quilting today. Happy Sunday:) My cousins were here this week end. Sisters on a roadtrip! I want to go on one of those real soon too! Here is a tired shot