A Close Up Of Our Tiberius

Tiberius - Canada - October 2015

As you have probably figured out by now, I adore this critter!
Enjoy the journey.

That Visit I Mentioned

At the train station before they headed back to Toronto.

Jason and I first met at Bark Lake (a summer camp) 24 years ago in August. We learned to sail together, one of the many experiences we shared during those two weeks. Mailing addresses were exchanged on the last day of camp and we each promised to write. Well, in this case we did just that, for the next 24 years. Of course there were years when only one letter was exchanged, birthday and Christmas cards were frequently sent as well, but it was the letter writing that stuck. In the Spring of this year, it was mentioned that maybe after all this time we should have a face to face visit. So, with a bit of planning it was arranged for Jason and his lovely wife, Marcia, to visit us here in Calabogie. They stayed the night with us and we spent the two days chatting up a storm and thoroughly enjoying each other's company. Good people are a treasure, Jason and Marcia are a terrific couple, both have such kind and generous souls. It was a real gift having them visit, finally meeting Marcia and feeling as though we have always been friends, and realizing even after all these years of letter writing there is still so much to learn and cherish about my dear friend, Jason. We have exchanged a couple of letters since the visit and I look forward to finding his next letter in the mailbox. Not sure when but another visit will happen.

Jason and Marcia, such a wonderful couple.

Raindrops On A Web

Nature never ceases to invoke awe and inspiration.
Enjoy the journey.

A Wonderful Surprise From A Dear Friend

Thank you, dear Paula, your kindness and friendship are a true gift.

A Bit Of Stitch Work

1. Commissioned baby quilt
2.  Gift for a recent high school graduate - Tiberius likes to be involved
3. Meditation pillow - one of four (a long overdue project)

Fleeting Days Of Summer

Spring Beauties

 Been awhile, so many times I have started to compose something in my head and then I don't seem to get to the computer to type it into a post. An amazing visit occurred just over a week ago now, still absorbing and contemplating. Will devote a good long post to that soon. Nearly finished another quilt, working on the hand stitching of the binding, will post images in a few days. Spring is beautiful around here, we have had some rain this week so everything is green and bright and lovely. Wishing each of you much joy and peace. Take care and I will be back soon.
Enjoy this wondrous journey.

So Much Growth And Colour!

Bee And Blooms

Another Quilt

Inspired by this quilt.

A Walk In The Woods

More photos here.

Completed Projects

Finished knitting up Auntie Evelyn's yarn, 16 hats in total.
A dear friend is taking up knitting and I thought a new tote would make a useful gift.
The Forty Minute Tote is a great pattern found on The Purl Bee website.
More soon.
Enjoy the journey.

Morning Light

    Back yard shadow play on snow - March 2015

Tiberius

Evening Light And Snow

March - Snow, Sunshine, Sewing

Finally put together a quilt front, after more than a year.
Did up several zippered pouches (noodlehead tutorial), trying to gain more confidence using the zippered foot on my sewing machine, so I can tackle circular meditation pillows.
Made up another Monk's Bag today, same fabrics as this one.
Loving this flickr photostream.
Otchipotchi creations never cease to amaze.
I always enjoy 3191 Miles Apart projects.
Hope all is well where you are.
We still have lots of snow, cold temperatures, but lots of sunshine this week!
Enjoy this amazing journey.

Recently

Hand knit blanket - a gift
Meditation pillow cover - much delayed but project has begun
Zippered pouches - delayed project but fun to put together

Enjoy the journey.

The Tail of Tiberius

Tiberius in his blanket tent - January 2015

Hello February!!!

 Well, January certainly seemed to fly by. There were cold days and nights, along with beautiful sun filled mornings and afternoons. A lovely gift bloomed beautifully mid month, providing a much needed burst of colour.  I have been enjoying wonderful blog posts by a dear friend of her travels in warmer climes. Paula of otchipotchi has released several gorgeous new ceramic pieces, well done and congratulations on the new work!
Enjoy the journey.

Happy 2015!

Blue skies today and bunny tracks,
May the New Year bring much joy, health and wonder to each of your lives.
Enjoy the journey.