So much to catch up on

I have really just laid back on my porch this morning with a nice cup o' joe and my laptop.   I have been checking in on all the blogs I follow.  So nice to see everyone's progress, learn of new babies and new puppies, vacations, finding give-a-ways along with some sad news of a father passing away.

I thought I had covered just about everything I missed and realized in over an hour, I have only caught up on the last 6 days worth of posts!  Not really though.......because I read through several postings on each blog and explored some of their links and finds. 

My stitching progress........not the original path I selected - motif by motif - but stitching the outlines has been just the no-brainer I needed....and it lets me see some progress which motivates me.   The rose petals are left over from the flower girl from the wedding on Friday and I threw them around the porch for a special breakfast with orange juice (in wine glasses) and pancakes and fresh fruit yesterday morning with my grandson (my son's stepson). 

This book is a present from my daughter.  Who knew my little state had so many places to shop for fabric and fibers!  ...some I have frequented already and some new ones too.  The individual listings varies as to how much info is included but it is a good reference and must to keep in the car.