Let's Have a Look-See

The weather has been so very nice and I've had some good walks. I've run into Sandy, which is always a joy, a couple of times.  Things are calmer, but there is always the underlying crazy going on. I continue to keep busy and avoid too much screen time. I need to work on my cookbook.  We went to see Betty. She is a happy little thing and loves to play.   I did pick up a few things for her. It's always fun to shop for a baby.  Hopefully it will be a peaceful week. The Olympics are on and the athletes are not only talented but inspiring.  Enjoy the day.... God hears and answers prayers...  Temples are a place of peace....

Guess what? It's supposed to be in the 50's this week. I walked outside a couple of times this week. It was cold enough to make my face cold for a while but I do like it better than the Rec.  I always like to see the sun coming through the clouds. It's like heaven looking down on you.  It was a calmer week, but I'm still keeping busy to stay away from social media. Reading, sewing, lunching and cleaning.  Good bye January.... Hello longer days....

 It's been another week of political and inhumane terror. See, I feel that when the United States of America makes enemies with NATO, it pure terror. And the killing of another man in Minnesota by ICE agents is terrifying. When will this stop? I'm not a Republican, I never have been. I'm not a Democrat now, I was one at one time. I believe that both parties are broken. Let's be honest, I have not voted for a Republican presidential candidate for a long, long time....maybe never. I did not vote for Mitt Romney, because I am an Obama lover. I believe in helping others, even those who do not contribute to the economy. I believe in a woman's choice, even if it's not a choice I would make. I believe that people come before the almighty dollar. What is going on right now is breaking my heart.   As I sat in my house this morning, I thought about going to church with people who are Republicans, who watch Fox News, who support a President who I can only relate to as Sata...

I wanted to make a giveaway quilt for Martin Luther King day; day of service. Nothing went right yesterday morning. I went to the Rec, had a haircut and didn't get home until almost 1:00.  My mom's brother sent me a message asking for a picture of his family. I spent some time trying to find one and how to send it. I realized that I had to start the laundry and make cookies for my mom's birthday post.  My sisters and I all post the same thing every year. I was frustrated because I knew I would not get to the quilt. And that's when I heard the voice, Getting this picture to Uncle Larry is service.  It wasn't what I had planned but it was service.  Remembering my mom birthday.   Here's to us.  Mine Allison Lynn Update:  I did finish my little quilt. It has minky on the back and flannel on the front. It will be a good little baby quilt for someone. 

I took these pictures before the fog moved in.  The problem with fog in Idaho is that it is freezing fog. Should have ryme ice pictures tomorrow.  But it was warm enough for the Primrose to bloom.  Betty came and had breakfast with us. She is very much like her cousins. She enjoyed eggs, sausage and blueberries. She's changing all the time and she's into everything. Love it.  I'm still avoiding my screen. I struggle with needing to know what is going on and suffering from anxiety if I know too much.  So I'm still trying to keep busy.  I started a new book this week.  Sewed a lot. Went to the movies with a friend...it was good to get out and laugh... Cleaned out gloves and socks and found an organization that will let me donate them. Let me tell you, since I retired, I buy compression angle socks so my arches don't hurt. I had dozens of good socks so I do feel better about spending $12 for a pair of socks if I can giv...

It was a difficult week. What is the first thing I do?  Limit social media. Binge watch the West Wing and All Creatures Great and Small. Give in and go to the Rec...I love my outdoor walks, but we had some weather. Read a John Grishim book. Sew... okay, I always sew and there is no phone during sewing time.  In an effort to be grateful, I even thought the snow was pretty.  I always try to find a new view to send to my sister without stepping off the deck.  God bless us all... Snow days are sew days ...