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This morning, I enjoyed sleeping in a bit. Not a lot but a bit. 

Yesterday was a long day with traveling in the airplane and airports. It's not my favorite thing to do, but it went really well. We did have to be de-iced before we left Louisville, because it was starting to snow. Then we waited a bit before we could take off. We were about 30 minutes late. Once we were on our way, it was nice. 

We arrived at DFW airport. OMG! That place is worse than any airport I have been in. I thought Houston ...

 For some reason, I don't think of blogging when I am on vacation.  We really aren't that busy, but we are enjoying our trip. 

Yesterday we went shopping and to the chocolate factory. The chocolate factory had a deal going because it was their anniversary.  It has been going for over 110 years. The candy is really good, even better than the Escanaba candy's, I am bringing some home.

They were dressed up as well. They had a gal looking like Lucy, and a gentleman looking like Dezi. It was crowded and fun. Since my tablet isn ...

This morning, I was getting things ready for our trip. Then I played some games on my tablet. 

We left by 1 pm because we needed to get gas and be in Olympia around 2 pm. Our appointment was till 3 pm but Patrick needed to get up there early for his blood tests. We got gas, and just as we entered Tumwater/Olympia area, it was stop and go. There was an accident that happened at 12:14 pm and traffic was touch and go. We didn't see any accident - thinking it was cleared up. Took us about ...

This morning, I was up and out the door for my PT appointment. I arrived on time. Bob and I talked about how things are going. The good news is that I think the new shoes and the slippers are working for now. I'm slowly getting there. I need to wear my brace when I travel on Thursday though. 

Stopped at moms and gave her the binding I had. Told her it goes with one of the quilts that went to be quilted. She was working on a variation nine patch quilt top. It really looks good. 

Came home ...

This morning, I was up and playing games. I watched one of my shows and then Patrick walked into the house. It was early for him, since he was golfing. He wasn't feeling good, so he napped till it was time to go to his appointment in Olympia. 

At 2 pm I met with Sherry from Olympia, and we chatted in the rain. She gave me 8 quilts back from them. I went in to get my blood tests, to find out I didn't need to do that till the 21st. So, I waited on Patrick, then he ...

This morning, we took advantage of the time change. I was surprised I was up earlier than I thought I would be. It did feel good to have the extra time though. 

We cleaned up a bit and then we headed to the casino. We got a food warmer that is about the size for lunch time. After looking it over, we thought of Katt, and will probably give it to her. I was hoping for a bigger size to use for warm dip. But I think Katt can use it better than we can. I want the smaller crock ...

This morning, I was up early to get to play my war game. I was playing another part later in the day but decided I wasn't going to do it. So, I got out of it. I get tired of being killed off. lol 

I needed to get the kits ready for Colleen, since she was coming over to get them. Patrick suggested we work the bolts out of the pantry and put them out where I can get to them - let alone see them. So, we got it set up. 

This morning, I was out the door just before 10 am and went to the museum. I dropped off the 2 quilts for the Gala. Then I headed to Colleen's where we chatted for a good hour. I dropped some stuff off for quilts. Then I went to get the car washed and a drink. Even got a chai tea for mom. 

Arrived at moms around 11-11:30. She was showing me all the blocks she has done. We talked about the squares I had in the tub. Then we went into her bedroom to pull out all the ...

This morning, I was up to play the war game at 9am. Then I got busy, vacuuming, mopping the floor, doing laundry among other things. 

Then when I sit down to listen to my book and start beading, Patrick came home from golfing. He played pretty good today considering it was 40 degrees. 

As I continued to mess with the laundry, I beaded. 

I was able to get the first one done. Five more to go. I really do like working on this. I will probably do this one again and wait on the other half later. 

Mom called when ...

 Today, we were up earlier than usual to get moving. We headed to New Balance shoes at the outlet stores. I needed to get new shoes to see if that was part of my problem with not healing on my ankle. I ended up buying 2 pairs of shoes because there was a sale on the shoes, plus buy one get one. I ended up with 2 pairs of shoes for $116. which is about what I paid for my Skeeters a couple years ago. I know, we are not supposed to wear the same shoes for 2 or 3 ...

Jo Pope arrived around 10:15 am. We took a good hour and a half to find fabric for her next 2 quilts. She also picked up 2 batting and backing for the 2 she finished. She does an awesome job!! I love her quilts and they are all done by hand. 

After she left, I headed to the post office to drop off 2 certificates. Then I headed to PT but stopped at moms on the way. I ...

This morning, I wanted to leave by 9 am. I had to drop off the family history at the post office for Bryan. Then I found out 2 pages didn't make it in the envelope so will send it later. Then I stopped for breakfast and tea. 

Got to my appointment on time. Chatted with Bob about life in general for me. He suggested I might like to chat with a physiologist. I tend to agree with him. My emotions are all over the place and I'm not doing much anymore like I usually do. I sent a ...

 Today I was up early, because I wanted to play my war game. I had 2 today. Patrick was golfing so I could play. At 9 am I played for an hour with friends. 

Patrick got home just as I finished up my journal about living with cancer. I figure it's easier to write it down then it is to share on a blog. I had thoughts that needed to be on paper and not in my head. 

Then I played waiting to hear from Phil. When I did, he said he didn't need me. So, Patrick and ...

 This morning, Patrick tagged me to get up and get ready to go to Olympia for his scans. He had CAT and MRI done today. So, I was ready when we needed to leave. Would have been nice to sleep in but we were up by 8 am. Out the door by 9 am. Patrick's first scan was at 10:20 am and then we had to wait (and wait) till 11:50 am for his other scan. I took a walk around the medical facility. The last scan took longer and was about 40 mins. The first one ...

Today I was up early. Had to get moving for my Physical Therapy appointment. It was at 9 am, so I wasn't used to being up at 7:30 am anymore. I tend to be up around 8-9:30 am. It was different. 

I spend the hour working on my walking down the hall. I had been poked as well. But it felt good after. I forgot my stick and wished I had taken it. 

Afterward, I went to moms. We worked on the 4 1/2" squares she had. She's been making more 9-patches, but I can ...

 Today, I slept in because I could. We didn't have embroidery and probably won't for a while. I did get the mail that I didn't get 2 weeks ago. It all finally arrived. One was from BDEIG stating we are in trouble. Our membership has dropped to below 200 members, and they need help from all of us. I agree but wonder in a way if it's a little late. I tried to tell them when I was on the board that they needed to work on newer designs and different pattern other than flowers. It ...

 Today, we started with the usual Sunday morning. I got a few things done. 

I played for a bit before we headed to the playhouse to see Heckle & Jeckle. 

It was a different kind of play. I never read the book or saw the movie. I wasn't that thrilled in the first 10 minutes of the play and wondered how long it would be. It's a musical, so it went on for a while. I enjoyed some of the music, but it wasn't my kind of play. They did an awesome job of acting. The background, though ...

This morning, was physical therapy. I had it early, so I was back by noon. I stopped at moms to visit but she had a gal there for her Mary Kay makeup. They were playing. I didn't want to, and I left. 

Came home to find in the mailbox my Round Robin piece. It was what the gal who was before me was supposed to have done. She had to quit, so she sent me what she was getting. I decided to get to work on it, because it needs to go back in the mail in a weeks ...

This morning, I was beat, but I think it's because I took Night Qual around 3 am. I slept till about 10 am today. Mom called and we chatted. Then I started cleaning the house. 

I felt the house needed some work, and Patrick was golfing till 2 pm since they didn't get out in the course till around the time I was getting up. I started with laundry and worked my way to vacuuming. I got a lot done, even with the dishwasher. 

Once all that was done, I didn't feel like doing ANYTHING. I played ...

 This morning, I was getting a few things done before everyone started to show up. We had 7 of us today which is a good sign for Sew Days. 

I had everything planned out and cut. Then I had everyone make sure they had the same 1/4" seam allowance guide. Once we had that down, I had them get started on the 2 quilts that I was ready to have done. We worked on the Irish Chain and a 9-patch quilt. I didn't get a photo of the pretty one that is the Irish Chain, but I did ...