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Tween Time has begun.  You know - the time "between" weekends.  There are five of us sharing the house for a few days and we all love the quiet "down time" and ability to get a few things done and still spend time together.14th - The first weekend of retreat has ended and since it's Mother's Day, phone calls are coming to all, which is sooooo nice.  We have some music playing quietly and are

11th - The last of the spring retreat back to backs begin today.  I am loaded to the gills with projects and stuff for the swap table.  I already had accumulated several bags full of items and then Mister added to it while I was in Ohio last month.  My very full car and I are hitting the road bright and early - time for some fun.The final road to Brazos has some new inhabitants - and they look

Good Morning from Paducah, KY!!  It's a gorgeous day and that is wonderful.  Everything is fresh and clean after yesterday's rain and we're ready for adventure.  We are across the street from Oak Grove Cemetery - established in 1847.  The morning light is so pretty.Ahhh - saying good-bye to our little house.  We are moving pretty early today so that we can see a bit of Paducah while we are

So, I really wanted to come to Paducah and basically forced my car to do so as well.  It is what it is.  One of the sights I had read about is the flood walls and the beautiful murals painted there.  Yesterday was so yucky out that we are making up for lost time today and leaving the house oh so early so that we can check them out.  We haven't even had breakfast - yep, I'm a determined person.

Everyone is packed up - hugs have been given and check out is done.  Before we go, one memory that Stephannie managed to get --- love this so much.We are starting the journey home, but our car has a few stops in mind along the way.  Some are unplanned and this is literally somewhere in Ohio.  A restroom break was required.Thirst was happening as well and we found some vending machines.  Thinking

We made it!  The National Quilt Museum in Paducah, Kentucky.  Come along with us and enjoy the eye candy.First up as soon as we walk into the exhibit area is The Beatles Quilt, 1998 by Pat Holly and Sue Nickels.Some detail for you - AND - a guide to the blocks that we were lucky enough to see while there.  We couldn't take a copy with us, but photos were allowed.From there we went to the

Well, Howdy.  We are on Day 7 of our wild and crazy Girls Trip.  This morning we are off to a quilt shop that came highly recommended.  It is in Navarre, OH and here is the AnnaLouisa's Quilt Shop LINK.  GO LOOK AT IT,  I love this place and cannot say that enough.It sits on a beautiful lake with gorgeous landscaping and that's just a bonus.The shop is INCREDIBLE!  This pic is not the best of

Well, today is a bit dreary so we are staying put in the hotel.  One would think sleeping in would be a good idea, but apparently my body doesn't agree.  When I get to the work room --- it's empty.   This is a pretty good picture, though.  Take a minute to check out our surroundings.  There is fun art on the walls and a full bar at the back.  Have you been to a retreat like this?Since it's quiet

Good Morning from Louisville, Kentucky.  We have stayed in the cutest little house and would love to just hang out for a bit, but friends are waiting.  We are meeting up with the Arkansas girls and Irene at Cotton to Quilts right at 10 and I'm starving.  Tiaras on, ladies. Although it is truly within walking distance, we load everything up in the cars and head down to Frankfort.  We've found a

Our girls trip has arrived in Kentucky and are meeting up with more friends to join our travels.  One of them owns Cotton to Quilts in Louisville and we are all meeting up here.  She is honoring all ladies wearing tiaras today so that is an added bit of fun.  Irene has the ONLY quilt shop in Louisville.  Crazy, right?  But, oh so cool at the same time.  Here is a peek around her store and PLEASE

It's been two years and we are ready to travel once again.  The excitement level is high and the car is loaded.  This year we are caravanning (sp? is it even a word?) all the way to Ohio.  We have three in our car and are oh so ready to go.  Mister sees us off and we are on the road, giggling before we can get out of the driveway.First stop is in Mt. Vernon, Texas.  We are at Duke's - which I

Thursday the 16th of March has arrived and is the start of another retreat.  This weekend's theme is Party Like a Rockstar and Stephannie went through the house making the changes.  She is so creative.  Let's start with the door signs.Someone got a private room - As did someone else.The party room!!The room fills and sounds are all around me.  Once again, Linda is teaching the Origami Bag.Ramona

The beginning of Tweener time happens as the first retreat comes to an end.  There are a few of us staying between (mostly those who travel great distances to be here).  This is my down time so I'm not always around and no one provides food for you.  It truly is our quiet time.  However, sewing still happens.  Ramona has a TA-DAFrieda has an Origami bag TA-DONE and Tonia has her Rail Fence Bag

It is the 17th and November and we are about to begin our 9th Annual November Retreat.  Crazy right?  People are starting to arrive, the house is ready to go (check out this Preparation Post LINK if you haven't already had the chance - it's pretty amazing what went on in decorating the house for this event and will not be featured here) and our first activity is lunch at Babe's - tradition, you

Each year for our "anniversary" retreat, I am fortunate to have a committee that works so hard to make the retreat absolutely special for those who attend.  We go into the center a day early just to prepare and that day is today.  The drive down happens without incident and I'm soon in the country.  Thankfully, Cindy is ready and waiting to help.  Let's get going - but, first.  A glance out the

I am excited for this retreat to begin and yet a little sad at the same time.  It is our last October retreat but we'll make it a fun one.  Why the last October?  It just has become very difficult for me as my sweetie and I usually travel during this time period and with retirement getting closer all the time, that will happen more and more.  Changes had to be made and we'll see how they go.  At

It's Day 5 and this morning is gorgeous.   We have to say good-bye to Sharron this morning and that's always rough.  She's one of the few "original" beachgoers.  We're down to just five of us now.  We also had a group picture taken but for some reason, it has vanished.  Literally.  Not on my phone - not even in trash.  Poof - gone.A beautiful day once again.A group of us decide to go into

It's been three years since we have been able to gather as friends and spend some time at the beach.  All of the stars have aligned this year and I've even managed to recover from a horrible cold in order for this to happen - but happening it is.  We are on the way to Surfside this morning.  Stephannie arrived at my house around 9, we loaded her things into my already burgeoning carload and off

Hello from Nevada, MO.  We are at a Holiday Inn Express and last night I shared with others that my sweetheart always comments on their cinnamon rolls.  No one else had even heard about this.  How can that be?  At any rate, it's morning, I have my roll, and I've sent a pic to Mister.  At least he will understand what I am talking about.It takes a bit to get moving today, but 9:15 we are back in

Well, now.  It's kind of a sad morning as we are packing up and have to load the vehicle.  Yes, I'm whining a bit, but I AM sad that the retreat has ended.  I pack up my stuff in the room and head into the center.  Jen's quilt is up on the wall -- borders on.  I have no idea what time she went to bed but has to be oh so tired.We all get our areas packed up and there is just SOOO much.