It's the First

of July, that is.  The beginning of a month that could have some changes.  The fact that there is no clear answer yet is quite maddening.  But we shall see hopefully this week.  Either way, the answer will bring about a change.  So vague, I know.  But it will be revealed when I know.

It is so hard to wait.  But life continues in the waiting time.

On the memories from this house.

A Combing Through Memories

I will spend the next month reviewing our stay here and look for pictures to document the memories.  This is not the same thing as a tribute to my deceased sister.  Although both are full of memories.  This current change is one we want and it will begin a new chapter in our lives.  The passing of my dear sister was unwanted and largely sad and difficult to maneuver through.  So, while both might cause emotion, one is out of a deep desire to experience something else in life, this address change.  So here goes.  Join me, won't you?

Where Does the Time Go?

As we begin our journey to change our address we do some necessary cleaning out and sloughing off of both stuff and memories.  Memories are much harder to slough off.  Some just won't go away, those get to stay.  But as we prepare to prepare, you realize that it seems like only yesterday we were so excited to be moving in to this house.  I still love it in so many ways.  It's has been a safe haven and warm place for us , our children, our animals, and many friends that have spent many a night here.  The times in the back and in the field and all around have been a lifetime of good memories.  Of course there is the occasional sad memory in there and without those, the good ones are not as good.

Wedding Prep Has begun

We went out scouting for free willow to make an archway for the son's wedding coming up this September.  We (mostly the husband) have made willow things from time to time.  Years ago we made tables and plant stands from willow.  Even made an amazing rose trellis for my mother for Christmas.  We (again mostly the husband) made the archway for the daughter's wedding.  It was so cool looking and perfect for the wedding.

Class Over, Chair Finished

Class over, chair finished.  Am I pleased?  Mostly.  The idea was a good one, but working with blankets that were not meant to be cut into always presents a problem.  But, this one is complete.  There are places that will wear faster than most should but only because the blanket was compromised.  Part of me says I should not be cutting into someone's hard work, but the other part of me says I am putting them to good use and repurposing something that might otherwise sit and gather dust in a closet.

Happy Birthday to the BIL

Today is my BIL's birthday.  This man is an amazing man.  He has been in my life since I was 5 years old.  He and my sister married when I was 6.  Besides being like the brother I never had, he gave me away when I married in 1981.  My dear father had passed away and he was the man of the hour.  He has always been there and has been the man of great honor all these years.  So it is with great pleasure that I dedicate this blog post to the BIL.

A Day to Share Jetta and Other Things

Poppies from seed from Mema's garden back in the day.  They keep coming back year after year.