Running out of steam...

Ok, I did two rotations of cleaning, but I am getting tired and I'm in pain (for other unmentionable reasons.) So, I'm calling it quits for now and going to take a rest.

My alma mater (and Shelina's) is playing OSU today in the NCAA. We'll have to see how they do...

As promised, some pictures...

Our neighbor's house: (because the front of ours is surrounded by junk)




My killer kitty: what a funny pic!



An over-all view of the promised quilt top:



Closer:




Still closer: (this pic doesn't show the hand sewing that I did to attach each leaf to the muslin top - it took a long time but was fun)




Okey dokey, I think that's it for now. Going to take a nap...

Is anyone else...

tired? I know I am. Of course, it's 10:21 PM and I should be in bed, so I only have myself to blame.

Shelina made a post about her blue jean quilt and she has inspired me. I think the kids who come to my classroom at school are going to work on one for the school auction in May. Handmade items always go well, and when they're made by the kids - that's even better! I think I will have them bring in old clothes that mean something to them and we'll add them to the quilt. Here are directions for the quilt: Denim Circles. I am not a quilter, but we can do some hand quilting on this and I may be able to get some parent helpers.

One way I got some old blue jeans is through freecycle. This is a great way to get rid of your own clutter and perhaps get things you need.

Church was really good today. The sermon was about trials and temptations and how they grow our faith - IF we let them.

Tomorrow, I am going to be at school all day but not in my classroom. I will actually get to do some observations and maybe help some kids out and teachers.

Well, I think I'm rambling so I better get to bed before I forget to put the links in. Good night!