Tidbits of what's going on in my world

I'm finding I do not have as much time now to be blogging or reading blogs, doing my emails, etc.  Not only do we have limited time we can use our internet, but I've been really busy with my responsibilities here at the Retreat.  I'm even having a hard time finding time to sew and create.  A lot of it has been because it is taking longer to get all settled in, plus there have been fix-ups to do in the house, and then learning how to do our jobs here, etc etc.  This week DH and I both felt like we're starting to get the upper hand on things and not in a constant stage of trying to catch up with things.


I did manage to get Bailey's Cinderella dress made and she looks so cute in it!

I also created a front door/window cover for the skid steer that the fellows will be using to clear the roads this winter.  Must have done a good job as they asked me to do the same for the side windows.

We got our firewood split and stacked, other than the limbs that just need to be cut up. Good thing too as winter temps are starting to sneak in now.

DH is starting to build our closet for our bedroom. The one that is in it is very very small, built before we got the idea we need lots of clothes. LOL  It will be so nice to get all our clothes in one place!

I did manage to start a new art quilt project this weekend. My Love of Art Quilts group is doing a swap with the theme, 'Reflections'.  It is going to be fun to see what everyone comes up with as it can be interpreted several ways. It feels so good to be creating like that again.  

Our oldest son was diagnosed with Graves Disease. He is doing research and determining what treatment he wants to do, or at least to try first. Hopefully getting it dealt with will help several of his health issues he's been dealing with.

Mom has been in hospice for 6 months now and they are continuing the services for her, which I am greatly thankful for. In just a few weeks she will be 92.  She says she wants presents!  Good for her!

I feel so blessed and am so thankful to God for all He is doing in my life and how He is providing for my needs and beyond.  The people we work with are wonderful. The place we live and work is a slice of heaven. Each day is a gift.