Busy, busy, busy...

Hello everyone!!! I hope y'all are doing well out there....getting ready for the holiday season that is barrelling towards us at lightning speed. Hard to believe that Thanksgiving is in 5 days! I was so busy working on another Quilt of Valor for a friend of mine. I lost all track of time. Our guild's ceremony for the veterans is usually mid-November; this year, it was the 21st. I'm very grateful for that; I was working on my quilt until 3pm; the ceremony was at 7 pm. I sewed the label on while I was getting my oil changed. Believe me, I am ALWAYS working like that. You know, finishing Christmas gifts on the drive to Orlando in the car. But I am usually very happy with the end product, as are the recipients, which is what matters most.

And judging by everyone's smiles, they loved Darren's quilt. I hadn't seen Darren and his family in almost 20 years....so yes, time definitely does fly by. The last time I saw his sons, they were 6 and 2...The oldest just found out he's going to be a dad...the gender reveal is going to be today...I can't wait to find out!!! I crocheted both boys blankets when they were young, so now I will have a new generation to make things for! The youngest has grown to 6'10" and is a diesel mechanic. Makes me smile to see everyone doing so well. Other than making this quilt, I have not been crafting as much as I'd like. This week I'm trying to deep clean the house for Thanksgiving. Yes, I'm cooking, and I love it! The boys will all be here with their families, as will a couple of friends. I really do love this time of the year. I had better get back to it....I need to put up my Christmas tree so we can take our Christmas card picture as well. I can't wait for Friday either...not for shopping, but to get on the river for some peace and quiet. Here are a few photos from last weekend...I needed to get a new, lighter kayak. I have an 11.5' ocean kayak that I love, but cannot wrangle by myself. It's too heavy and bulky; not to mention the rivers are running higher and faster than usual due to the storms we've had down here, so going against the current is tough in Take a Break.

Just the way I like it...few people, lots of birds, turtles and yes, even an alligator or two basking in the sun. We did see otters, but I can never get their picture...they move too fast! I wish you all a safe and happy Thanksgiving with your family, friends, and loved ones. I will talk with y'all soon! Much love, Beth