Tuesday, November 26, 2019

With Gratitude

  The last 2 weeks have been a mix of projects and dealing with medications and insurance.    Sir Old Man  hit a point that he needed medication adjustment....emails, office visit, new Rx, discontinued medication, etc.  Then to come up for review for insurance just before the holidays!  Finally we think we have it straightened out but he will return to the doctor for a check in 2 weeks.  This getting older is not for the weak-hearted, or the soft-minded!  You need a thick skin like a tough old bird to reach this stage of life. 
  With the Thanksgiving season nearing, I tried to find the time/make the effort to get thru with my banner.   I got the quilting done and finished the binding this week. 


 
  Such a timely sentiment that needs to be viewed and thought about each day.  I have elected to hang it on the pantry door, as I must pass by it 20 times a day at least. 
  I quilted it with a mix of meandering and some swirls for texture.  I had intended to use straight line quilting, but after 2 rows, I stopped and ripped it out.  It was just not what I wanted. 



NEW SKIN SPRAY ON BANDAGE 1OZ By MedTech
    I am grateful that Sir Old Man had a can of New Skin spray----think super glue in a spray can.  I made a nice slice in my thumb when chopping apples.  It was  more a flap of skin type cut and hard to stop the bleeding.  Glued together, and dinner finished and no trip to the ER. 




Karen Kay Buckley Perfect Scissors   I am grateful for my new scissors.....the large handled Kay Buckley ones with the serrated edges.  Believe me they are wonderful.  Relief for my poor hands and wrists.   I actually just order the next smaller size for a Christmas present for me----to save Sir Old Man the shopping trip.  :)   I am sure he will be grateful, too.

  We are not planning any feast, so I am grateful I can cook a few things and not stress over a big meal. 
  I am grateful to be almost finished with the quilting on the seasonal panel quilt.  I am liking how it looks. 
   To my blog friends far and wide, I am grateful to share with you.  I wish you a joyful, thankful day and week fill with fun, food, and family.   Until then, happy stitching. 
 

   


20 comments:

Julierose said...

Have a happy holiday weekend...I am hosting 14 for turkey--so you can imagine am busy...my Friday will become
"Black-out Friday" a resting day...lol hugs, Julierose

Gene Black said...

I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

As for the getting older thing- you are so right!

Terri said...

Happy Thanksgiving to you, too.
Hugs

Linda Swanekamp said...

Debbie, I am grateful for you. I am so sorry for all the health issues that have plagued you. When I feel healthy, I have a tendency to work too hard because I don't know how long of a stretch I will get. Your work is gorgeous and always an inspiration to me. Wish I could give you a quilty hug!!

Ray and Jeanne said...

Happy Thanksgiving Debbie! I hope both you and Sir Old Man have a good day and a great year. I love your banner - it is perfect! I need to check out your new scissors. ~Jeanne

Mystic Quilter said...

Oh boy do I agree with your words on getting older!!! Beautiful sentiment on the banner, we could take heed from this message, good place to hang it on the pantry door. I do hope things continue well for Sir Old Man - and yourself of course, sorry to hear about the accident with the knife!
I hope you did have happy, happy day with no stress.

Vroomans' Quilts said...

Your new project is wonderful. Thankfully your knife accident wasn't worse and some glue was all you needed. Yes, Mr Old Age is a trickster. A very Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.



Carole @ From My Carolina Home said...

I love your banner, so true!! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. We are having turkey and dressing, spinach and cranberry sauce, and some homemade bread. Glad your cut wasn't serious!

Nicki said...

Happy Thanksgiving to you and Sir Old Man. I hope your day is peaceful & quiet & full of joy. Your banner is beautiful & something to remember & think about each day of the year. Hugs to you!

Mary said...

I so agree with the sentiment on the panel. Gratitude always improves my attitude and mood. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Sylvia Anderson said...

Your banner is beautiful, and the sentiment, very appropriate, and I hope. you and Sir Old Man have a blessed and peaceful Thanksgiving Day. Your new scissors look like they are perfect for you!

MissPat said...

Happy Thanksgiving to you and Sir Old Man. We will also being spending a quiet holiday at home, but I still always make the turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, squash, homemade cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie with real whipped cream traditional dinner. Eating out is easier, but I miss the leftovers. I have the 6" Kay Buckley scissors and use them all the time.
Pat

LA Paylor said...

happy day to you too! Would you like to be included in the I Like post tomorrow? This is just right up our alley!LeeAnna at not afraid of color

Louise said...

Getting old is definitely not for wimps! I love your wall hanging, Debbie. Happy Thanksgiving to you and Sir Old Man :)

Elaine/Muddling Through said...

I believe it was Bette Davis who said "getting old is not for sissies". I agree. However, I do seem to have a lot more compassion now for others who are struggling with health issues. You are so right, we have so much for which to be grateful. I love your banner! It is perfect and it sounds like you found the perfect spot to hang it.

Janet O. said...

I hope Sir Old Man is doing well now. So many complications to aging!
Love the banner. You did a beautiful job--it looks like it was meant to be.
I didn't know New-Skin came in a spray. My mom used to put the liquid on the finger she kept under the quilt when she hand quilted, so she could "prick" the New-Skin to make sure her needle had gone through, and not get such a tender finger.
I have those scissors, too. They are good ones, for sure!
Have a pleasant, low-key meal of gratitude.That sounds delightful! I am hosting 20, and not feeling up to it!

PaintedThread said...

Gratitude does wonders. That New Skin spray sounds pretty cool. I recently got a pair of serrated-edged scissors - Love them! Happy Thanksgiving.

Cheryl's Teapots2Quilting said...

Your new quilt is perfect. Hope the cut heals quickly. Happy Thanksgiving!

Home Sewn By Us said...

Hi Debbie! What a wonderful thankful post. I especially love your hanging that you put on the pantry door. A gentle reminder to yourself about being grateful is just fab and it a truly beautiful piece. I'm sorry you cut your thumb but that new skin looks pretty darn cool to solve the issue. I hope you enjoyed a Happy Thanksgiving with family and friends. ~smile~ Roseanne

Jocelyn is Canadian Needle Nana said...

I enjoyed reading your post very much, Debbie. Your old guy sounds a lot like mine. We keep saying you need your wits about you more just when it seems you are losing them! Aging...ovey! Meanwhile, happily stitching lovely things I see. Thanks for the tip about the scissors; I keep meaning to buy myself a "good" pair. Enjoy your Thanksgiving with the two of you.

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