Monthly Archives: April 2009

On Line Quilt Festival

Posted on April 19, 2009 by mam

Amy of Parkcitygirl is hosting an online Quilt Festival.  To join the fun, you just post about your favourite quilt, telling the quilt’s story and show a picture of the quilt.  There are over 300 links already.  I’m sure that if … Continue reading →

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And I’m back………

Posted on April 17, 2009 by mam

This week has been topsy-turvy!  The good news is the painters are finished, the walls look great but the rest of the house is written off.   This weekend we will start to make everything right again.  We plan to declutter … Continue reading →

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Soap coins

Posted on April 14, 2009 by mam

When Win and I are out shopping we are very selective where we shop due to my allergies.  We avoid all boutiques or stores which sell scented products such as candles.  Public washrooms also present problems.  I find it difficult … Continue reading →

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The heat is on

Posted on April 13, 2009 by mam

My DH is a boy scout at heart.  He is always prepared for the worse case scenario.   He keeps our home safe from harm with charged batteries, flashlights, solar radios, bottled water and a week’s supply of cat food.  I … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter everyone

Posted on April 12, 2009 by mam

The bunny quilt for baby Parker Bridget Marie is finally completed.  Parker, the first granddaughter of good friend Bridget, was born March 25th. I’m hoping to deliver it to her home in Saint John before her first birthday.   The weather in the Maritimes is … Continue reading →

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Read to your bunny

Posted on April 11, 2009 by mam

My youngest grand-daughter, Her Royal Highness Princess Emma has the flu.  We were to spend Easter week-end together but due to the nasty**&^ painters arriving Tuesday morning, I (The Queen of Everything) had to stay at  my palace and do … Continue reading →

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Spring cleaning

Posted on April 10, 2009 by mam

Our home is a complete disaster!  In preparation for the painters who are coming on Tuesday, we spent the best part of today spring cleaning.  My friend Doreen and I have worked out a system over the years.  She scrubs … Continue reading →

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The mailman thinks it is my birthday

Posted on April 8, 2009 by mam

Yesterday I received two more packages.   Awhile back Betsy of Quilting Fiesta offered to send me selvage edges.    Opening the package from her, I was expecting just a few pieces.  I was pleasantly surprised to receive over 125 pieces in various lengths and sizes.  My original … Continue reading →

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I like old things

Posted on April 7, 2009 by mam

I waited until my husband arrived home this evening before opening the big box we received yesterday from his cousin San in Arizona.    San is downsizing as well and skyped me to see what I would be willing to take.  … Continue reading →

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Curiosity and how to comment

Posted on April 6, 2009 by mam

A few of my friends have asked how to comment. So for the curious few who have not been able to comment before, here goes…. At the end of each post, there is a green block. If no one commented on … Continue reading →

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