New Blogger Give Away!!

Jolene is a new blogger, her blog is great. She is having a give away to celebrate.
Dip Diddly Designs

Award Received

I just received this lovely award from Janet in Malaysia. I need to pass it on to 8 friends. Oh my Gosh, I don't know I will have to think about this for a while. Will post the recipents tomorrow.

Birthday Giveaway!

Marie of Wahroonga is having a birthday giveaway. Her birthday is August 4th. You have until midnight August 3rd to enter. She lives in Australia, so calculate the time difference.

New Pattern Uploaded!!

I have uploaded a new pattern. It is a simple butterfly motif. Good for placing anywhere you want a little color. Enjoy!

Watch Out!!

Only 19 days until my blog anniversary. I am going to have a give away. I will announce the prize soon. Keep watching.

Fantastic Surprise Giveaway!!

Tapestry of Dreams is having a surprise giveaway for reaching her 2000th visitor. You have until the 14 of July to enter. She will give you extra entrys if you publish on your blog. She has a great blog.

Land of the Free-Home of the Brave

LONG MAY SHE WAVE.

UFO Finished!!!

Finally finished A Star is Born-Kit from Demensions. Now on to the other birth sampler. I am 2/3 finished with that one. It is my new SAL at the 2009 Step by Step Stitch Along. Started by Gaynor of Stitchers Anon. You can stitch anything, as long as it is the same thing each week. You post pics for updates. Come visit.

Exchange Received

Just Nan-Potpourri-Freebie

28ct Jobalan

changed some of the colors-trying to use what I have in my stash.

I sent this to Bonnie, and now that she has received it I can post. It was a really fun stitch. Finished it as an ornament. Hope you enjoy it.

I got an Award!!!

I received this from Marie
Thank you Very Much!!!!


Now I have to nominate 7 more blogs for this award. This is going to be hard as Marie and I share some of the same likes as far as blogs go. Here goes Coni , Megan, Tanya, Gaynor,
Paulette, The Lone Beader, Cindy Mae.

Ok, now you need to nominate 7 people, leave a comment on their blogs, link to them in your post and add a link to the person that nominated you.

I think that about covers it. I am very honored to be nominated. Thank you again.

I have added a new feature!!

I have added a box to let followers and visitors get my own designs. These designs are simple. I have just started. I like simple things. Easy to stitch and with colors that can be changed by the person stitching them, to fit their style. I hope you enjoy what I have to offer. I have not stitched this current design, as I am just trying to get this started. I have included in the file a picture of the finished piece, as it would look stitched.

RAK received!

I traded a pattern with Gaynor in Ireland. I sent this needlebook as well. I included some pins for counting and some large corsage pins for frogging. The book is on top of the backing fabric.

Totally Useless Stitch A Long

This is Junes entry into the TUSAL. As you can see I have been busy this last month. Bit and pieces from a couple of Exchanges I have already posted and 2 that I have not. Waiting to mail.

Shake Rattle and Roll

Had a little fun this morning, 5:32 am. 4.4 about 20 miles away. 10 sec length. This old house just creeked and groaned a little.

ExchangeSent and received

This is the ATC I sent to Janet in Malaysia for her birthday. I also sent some receipe cards that were in the same colors. I have started on my second ATC to send to Marie in Australia for August. Glad you liked it.

On a Happier Front

The happy family. Lee never smiles for the camera. Cayden is now 5 months old and cooing and trying to crawl. Kristie is a great Mom!!!

More Sad News

Found out today that my Aunt Helen, who has a mastecomy in 2007, now has cancer returned in her bones. She is in alot of pain. She has been in a wheel chair since July 2007 as she fell and broke her knee and hasn't been able to walk since. She was born with MD and could walk small distances at a time before the fall with a walker. Now she is chair bound. I love her very much and miss her. I have not been able to return to AZ to visit since I came home in 2008. All my LOVE Helen.

Fun Give Away

Go over to Gaynor's Blog. She is having a great give away.

Happy Dance-June Ornie Done!

Freebie from Plum Street Samplers

18 ct Ecru Adia

DMC my choice

CRAZY WEATHER!!!

The weather has been really wierd. Rain in California, in June? And for the last 4 days? I don't mind, but, this is just WIERD!. I have not been stitching much. I am helping the kids get ready for a Complex Wide Yard Sale. All the tenants are going to have tables and make a day of it. I also took a tumble while trying to corral the landlords dog. Bruised and a bit sore but I will mend. Worst part is I cracked a rib. The landlords dog got out when I went through the gate, and she had just had surgery on her broken arm, so I was trying to be nice. I hope to post a finish sometime tomorrow, of my June ornie. Later, Keep stitching, Keep smiling and always remember to ENJOY.

Exchange for Maru

This is what I sent to Maru in Mexico. Also included some wizard buttons, ribbon and floss rings.

Sure was fun making this. Looking forward to the Just Nan Exchange.

Mary Whigham SAL

I am going to try and stitch the Mary Wigham SAL. I am hoping for the best. Sometimes my life gets a little hectic. I also have several exchanges in the next couple of months.

Great Give Away!

Go over to Melissas blog. She is having a great giveaway.

Exchange Received!!

I got the most fantastic package from Maru in Mexico. She stitched a scissor case and fob. The Scissor Case has a delicate turquoise and purple design. The Fob has a little dragon and flower. There was a nice new pair of stork scissors attached. She also sent a sewing kit, in a great tin, from Gutermann's. Several skeins of turquoise and purple floss and a cute angel note pad.

Thank you Maru for a great exchange.

Head on Over!!

Cindy Mae has a design give away going on. She wants ideas. Leave her a comment and she will draw for a special design to be stitched up for the winner. She has also started a new blog for her designs. Go take a look!!!

HAPPY DANCE HAPPY DANCE

I finished my exchange!!! I was afraid I wouldn't get it done before it was due. I will mail tomorrow or thursday. It is due by 31 May. Hopfully the mail is moving well. I will show a pic when I know it has been received.

MEMORIAL DAY

We must always remember our fellow Americans who have served with Honor and Dignity. Some gave their All for us to be free.


Myself and son. Formal Awards Dinner. I was in the Army and am now in the Civil Air Patrol, Rank of Mjr. Loren was US Army and now Civil Air Patrol, Rank of 1st Lt.


My Son, Pfc US Army. Came home and joined the Civil Air Patrol USAF Aux.

My Father, on leave during Korea. Came home and joined the Coast Guard.

My Grandfather, 1st Lt, US Army while on duty in Germany after WWII. Now gone but not forgotten.

Totally Useless SAL

This is my May entry into the Totally Useless SAL. Go here to enter. This is great fun.

What A Week!!

Well, the funerals are over. The exchanges are behind. I have to get going if I am to finish and get mailed out by next weekend. I have not been stitching on anything but exchanges so no pics for now. I did get an ATC done but forgot!!!! to take a picture of it. My partner is a blogger and posts a lot of pics so I know she will put it up when she receives it. Well, back to the needle and thread. Keep smiling, Keep stitching and always remember to ENJOY.

Squadron 103 has new name!!

The Commander of San Luis Obispo Sq 103 USAF Civil Air Patrol, has recommended that we rename the Sq. to Bob Beevers Composite Sq 103. This was meet with a resounding yes by all members in attendence at his memorial this afternoon. I can not think of a better way to honor him.

Honor Guard!

LtC ROBERT BEEVERS5/25/1927 - 5/17/2009
Robert served as a Deputy Sheriff for 30 years in Orange County, Ca., and continued his career as a policeman in Morro Bay, CA.

In retirement, he continued his community service by co-founding Civil Air Patrol Squadron 103, San Luis Obispo in 1983, where he attained the rank of Lt. Col.

LtC Beevers joined CAP as a cadet during WWII. He served as Squadron Commander, active in Emergency Services as a Pilot, Observer, Ground Team, and UDF. He arranged Sq 103’s current facilities at Camp San Luis Obispo.

“Col Bob” was active in Recruiting and promoting CAP everywhere he went…

He recruited (Col) Larry Myrick… who became Sq 103 Commander, Central Coast Grp CC, CAWG CC (twice) and is now our Pacific Region Commander.

His support of youth was legendary. He founded the 1st Police Explorer post in the nation in Orange County and was always there to support SQ 103 CAP Cadets in Wing schools, encampments, and activities.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations, to be used as a memorial fund to help cadets, be made to:
Explorer Post 103
1687 11th St
Los Osos, CA 93402

Cards may be sent to the family:
Mrs. Ernestine Beevers
248 Montana Way
Los Osos, CA 93402

Robert is survived by his wife, Ernestine; children Lynn, Susan and Jennifer; and grandchildren Loren, Jessica, Timothy, Emily Rose and Alex. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Luis Beevers, and granddaughter, Camille Grace.

Mass & Memorial Service On Wednesday, May 20, 2009MASS @ 10:00 am

Little Chapel in The Old Mission Cemetery, SLO

UOD: Blues

On Higuera Street behind McMarthy RV dealership

101 Bridge St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Phone 805-541-0584MEMORIAL @ 12 Noon

SQUADRON 103... O'Sullivan Army Airfield If coming and get lost call

Sq 103 CC Capt Rich Bingham, 805-471-2740 (cell)

directions on our web page http://sq103.cawg.cap.gov/

Hwy 1, west of Camp San Luis Obispo - Behind Cuesta College Refreshments will be served

Spent the day on the phone organizing an Honor Guard for the Col's Funeral. Particulars are above.

Sad Day!!

It was a very depressing week end. My friend and mentor, 80+ passed away after contracting meningitis's. He had been in declining health the last couple of years. He is the reason I joined the Civil Air Patrol and made the rank of Major. He will be sorrily missed. RIP Bob, love ya

Received these from the oldest son, Lee, his wife and Cayden for mothers day. Loren my youngest took me to dinner.

This is Cayden Lee at 4 months old. From so little, 6lbs + to a whopping 13 lbs. All in all though a great Mothers Day.

Great Give Away !!!!

Bronny is having a giveaway for gaining followers. You can join in the fun here. The pattern she is offering, is so true, and a piece of hand dyed fabric too boot. Go on over.

Happy Mothers Day to All Mothers

Borrowed this from someone else but the sentiment is still very real. We all cherish our children.

As such we should all encourage them to get mamograms. Click on the link to help those who can't afford them, receive them. We don't want even one child to go without a mother to cherish them.

Prayers for the Fire Victims

May all those who have or are being effected by the Jesusita Fire in Santa Barbara, CA. return safe to their homes and businesses.

May Ornament Done!!

Star on Top-freebie

Blue Ribbon Designs

18 ct Oatmeal Fiddler Cloth

DMC my choice

Unhappily you can't see the snow very well. Will finish when I have more to do. Can't see dragging the sewing machine out for just one ornament. Now on to my exchange that is due May 31. Happy Stitching :)

This is the pinkeep from my first exchange. I guess it isn't common to stitch both sides. I had a great time figureing out what to stitch and how to finish it.

I put my partners initials in the thimble and mine in the heart on the cat. I learned a lot and know that the next one will be even better. I am looking forward to the next exchange which is a Just Nan piece. I have already started mine and am just waiting for my partners name.

Current WIP

This is my current piece. I am almost done as you can see. I hope to finish tonight. I will make it into an ornament when I have more than 1 to do.

Great Drawing!!

Edger is having a Blog Anniversary. He is giving away a surprise item. Go have a look at his finishes. Fantastic!

Camera Back From Vacation

Better Homes and Gardens-Cross Stitch Christmas 2002

I changed the dress colors from Aqua Greens to Purples.

I made this ornament as a rememberence for my Great Niece Katie Hopson-15 years old

She died last month after suffering a seizure. She was developmentally challenged and loved the color purple and angels.

First Exchange Received !!

I received the prettiest pinkeep today. There was a piece of linen as an extra. I hope my partner is as pleased as I am.

New Blogs

Well, I just joined two new blogs. ATC birthday Blog and RAOK. I also just mailed my first exchange. HIP HIP HORRAY! Only a week late. I am stitching on an ornament for the 2009 ornament exchange blog. I would put up pics but my son has my camera until late this week. He is on vacation in AZ. Until later,

HAPPINESS IS A WARM COOKIE AND SOMEONE TO SHARE IT WITH. kjr

Happy Dance!!!

I finished a pinkeep! First one ever. Will mail to my exchange partner Monday. Will post pics when she receives it.

Totally Useless SAL

The Totally Useless SAL
My monthly contribution to The Totally Useless SAL. Included are a Kreinik wrapper, pieces of the inside of a pinkeep, and my orts.

My entry into Nina's Giveaway!

I don't have as many as Nina but I do have a few. Received the large stork and stork with chinese fob from my mom's estate. The others I collected.

Half Finished!

Well, I finished the main stitching on my biscornu, but the putting together is really going slowly. Having trouble with the corners. Started a swap piece today, of course can't say who it is for and what it is. Had to rethink my choice when I found out who my partner was and what she did and didn't like. Not a bad thing, now I have to stitch out of my comfort zone. Really a GOOD thing. I need to deviate(sp) once in a while. Would really like to put it on linen but no can do with my eyes. 18ct will have to do.

Happy Easter

Stitching update

This is a new project I started and have almost finished. It is going to be a pinkeep. I got the pattern from a Better Homes and Gardens sampler book and designed the border myself. I have made a little progress on the Baby Express. I just needed a break for a couple of days.

Blog Problems

Sorry if anyone who tried to view my blog Tuesday. I tried to edit the site and it crashed. It is finally back up and running Tuesday nite. I have uploaded 2 new pics of my works in progress. This one is a Biscornu. Stitch-Creations freebie. Black work. I didn't realize that the squares are only 1 inch each. But I am persevering.

One Sick Baby

Well, I am babysitting this morning and the baby has a head cold. Sounds just awful right. Well, it really is. He can't nurse well as he can't breath and then he has to sleep propped on a pillow. Not, the best way to sleep for a baby but then you do what you have too. He is now 2 1/2 months old. Can't believe how the time flies. Back to being Grandma. More later.

Slowing down

Not a lot to put in tonite. My SIL got home from my nieces' and says they are doing ok considering, My nieces husband is home from the hospital and the town has set up a bank acct to help with the expenses of her daughters passing. Katie will be missed, especially her smile. I haven't gotten a lot done on the pieces I'm stitching. Tomorrow or sat morning I will post some new pics. The baby has his first cold and the kids are miserable, he has a really stuffed up nose. Cute little nose. His is now 2 1/2 months old. Growing like a weed. More tomorrow. God Bless all who prayed for my niece and her family. Thank you, the prayers were greatly appreciated.

Spring is Here!!!

I have made decent progress on A Star is Born. But, then it is really easy.

This is the latest on BOINK. I got the top knot done and have started on the frame.

Very Sad New Today

Found out my niece lost her middle child last night. To say the least, a big shock. Katie was 13, and developmentally challenged. Had a seizure and stopped breathing. After which her father had a heart attack. They just moved from central calif to washington 2 weeks ago. Her mom, my ex SIL is on her way there now. Don't even have email or snail mail address yet. Not really in the mood to stitch. Can't reach my brother as he doesn't have a phone. I know he knows but that is about it. Hope to hear from my SIL in next couple of days. Until then, can only pray that husband will be ok.

Update

Got the top knot done on BOINK. Sorry no pics right now, probably tonite. Have to take Grandpa to the physical therapist. He broke his shoulder 3 wks ago and Sis twisted her ankle sunday. I am off today so falls to me. Grandpa is 81 and has dementia so hard for him to remember why he can't use his arm. Grandma will go along and help the therapist understand his reluctance. Well time to eat and get out of here. More later.

Lazy Sunday

Well I went to a Baby Shower and ate something that didn't agree with me, sooooo, I have spent the better part of the day a bed. Had hoped to get some stitching done but no could do. May be tomorrow afternoon.

Update on BOINK

Well, this is one days stitching. I can only stitch during the daylight hours. My eyes just don't seem to work well enough at night. I had to frog twice. I think the center sections will be easier once I get the frame done.

BOINK

I found Book of Ink Circles for free on their website. Love the fact that it is a Celtic Sampler. It only uses 8 colors and full stitches. I am looking forward to seeing it emerge. Will post pics tomorrow.

More for my Stash!!

I just received Gay Ann Rogers-New Years Resolution Ornament #1. I can't wait to start it. I will probably make several as I always give a different ornament ot my family and friends every year. It should work up quick as it isn't to big or complicated. I will post progress pics as I go. I have done a fair amount of stitching on the baby sampler and will post the pics later tonight. Happy Stitching.

How Time Flies!!!

Well, it's been six weeks since Cayden was born and he is growing big. Got his first shots today. Mom and Dad are in for a couple of days of fusssssssssy. I moved last weekend. Found a place in the same house Loren lives in. Great place. No kitchen but, microwave and Refrigerator, I bought a coffee pot and toaster and I'll be fine. The phone was turned on this wed so I am back online. Yea!!!!!. Seem to have everthing in its place so I am going to try and get some stitching done tonight.

Back Online!!!

Finally, back online. First my computer died. Got a new harddrive. Then had to move. Then wait for the phone line and DSL. Finally Wed night all was done. Settled in so maybe I'll get to do some stitching tonight.

Growing big and strong.

Well he's 5 weeks old. He still has all that hair he was born with. Golden, and still growing. Had a touch of colic last weekend but cleared up now that they changed his formula to one for sensitive stomachs. I can't get over how attached I already am. Seems like yesterday when his dad was born.

I could not even imagine how different I would feel. Having grandchildren is like have a child. Only much more so. Now you worry about both, children and grandchildren. Holding them is like holding your own when they were so small. I have been working on a birth sampler for Cayden. I need to get more done. The last one I did was delivered on the 1st birthday of its receipent. I have hopes it won't be that long this time.

He Finally Arrived!!!

This is my Grandson. Cayden Lee. My FIRST. DOB 1-14-09 Wt 6lbs 7oz.