So, I am trying to get back to my normal life. My daughter is home from the hospital, which is great. But, you do sort of trade one set of circumstances for another. Glad not to be running to the hospital, but there is a lot to do having her home also. This weekend is the Quilt Retreat. It has been a while since I have been to one. Part of me feels like I should be staying home and part of me can’t wait to go. Kevin tells me I am going…… I have been gathering my things together in my new wheeled “I am going to a retreat” case.
Since this is a mystery quilt retreat, I have been spending 10 minutes here and there cutting out the pieces that I need. I am done, need to label them and get them into bags all sorted. I have never done a mystery quilt, so this is a new experience for me. I used some fabrics that I had purchased previously and then purchased a couple other coordinating fabrics. I will post photos as we go.
Now for the what to pack?…. Wine (check), Diet Pepsi (Check). I am guessing I should consider a sewing machine and other supplies. We will be leaving at 6am Friday morning, so I really need to be ready by Thursday night. That should be a challenge.
We are staying at the Berlin Hotel and resort. Since it has been so warm here, the trees are just starting to change, so it will be very beautiful. Fall in Ohio tends to be very picturesque. Can’t wait to go to one of my favorite shops , Millers Dry Goods and there is a shop hop going on. WooHoo!
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I hope you enjoy the retreat. It sounds like you deserve a break.
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Thanks Lynn.
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Hi Lori! I am so glad you are allowing yourself time to do something good for you! Berlin, Ohio is a fun place to go and you will enjoy your time away. Can’t wait to hear about the retreat–you will have a new perspective when you return home!
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Have fun!
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Go have fun, forget your home responsibilities and take photos to blog .😄
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Retreats are so much fun. Spending a few days with kindred spirits is good for the soul. You will have a wonderful time and feel so much better for having some time to yourself. Go forth and enjoy! Looking forward to photos.
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You will have a great time once you arrive and settle in. Sounds like a few days with friends, a sewing machine and some wine is just what you need! 🙂
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I agree. Just need to get over the anxiety of leaving .
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Once you get there and get busy, you’ll relax. Enjoy!
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What perfect timing. This is the best self-care in the world. Give yourself permission to relax and enjoy yourself. Your Kevin is wonderful to encourage you. 🙂
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Hey is a good guy. Not many left these days. Thanks.
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Definitely what you should be doing this weekend. Your life has changed but it hasn’t stopped. Have a wonderful time. That looks like a great location! And shopping at a favorite store – yay! Hope you love your mystery!
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Thanks Susan.
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