As a norm, I do not have to force myself. Lately, it seems that I do. Not because I want to, but because I am so drained, removing my big but from the couch is more that I can actually deal with most times.
I did manager to finish my next block for the fall into a Quilt Along. It was a really simple block, which I guess is good for me with now. I feel pretty simple these days. I used my batik scraps. I have not yet decided what to do with my sunflower. Roseanne offered to fix it and Nanette found the problem with the block instructions. You are all wonderful.
I had someone explain to me that there are circles in life and most people can deal with something in 1 circle. Problems occur when things are happening in more than one circle.
My professional life circle. OMG. totally on the crazy train here.
My Personal circle – Good God. Special-K (his nickname) has gout so bad he can not walk. And no, we will not go to the doctor. Daughter Haley has been sick for over a week. On a plus side Summer swim is over. That makes me happy.
My Family Circle – My sister seems to be improving. She actually called me and sounded not to bad. For that I am grateful.
My ME circle – I feel crazy. I need to do more sewing, that always helps me relax and get my head straight.
Deep breath.
Happy Sewing
Happy Quilting
Hang in there! Sending you prayers.
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Anytime Lori I can help just let me know! I am so deeply immersed in my Yoder Lodge that it is like getting up, going to work, eat breakfast, and back to work! I will do an update post soon.
The weather is absolutely horrible today 104 heat index up to 108.
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That weather sounds awful. We’ll talk soon.
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I hope your circles work their way back to a norm that you can deal with. Life can be overwhelming at times. One step at a time. You can only do what you can. I’m sure with your strength you will pull through.
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Deep breath’s and a gratitude attitude always helps me when I feel my circles circling around~ I love your acorn batik block!
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Hi Lori! I have been checking my mail each day, looking for that block from you. The offer still stands, friend. {{Hugs}} Oh, I am so glad to hear your sister is improving. What a blessing that is. And gout is nothing to kid around with. I hope a few of those circles calm down for you soon. Happy Monday! ~smile~ Roseanne
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Thanks Roseanne!
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It sounds like chaos reigns for you at this point; I’m so sorry. Hang in there, my friend.
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Thanks Jodi!
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Hang in there. One good thing about circles is everything will run its course soon and be ready to start new.
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So glad you were able to sew a block, hope it made you smile, because it looks great! Sending prayers your way for strength, excellent rest and a clear head to make good decisions concerning everything whirling around you, and will continue praying for your sister’s healing and recovery. 😘
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Thanks Kathy!
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I really like your block, I’m glad you forced yourself to make it. I hope things improve soon, on all fronts.
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Thanks Kate!
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Lori: Sometimes you just have to wait for the those circles to turn so they show you a better arc. Deep breathes…
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Keep sewing.
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Thanks for doing the block and posting about it. Glad it fit the need – a little easy – and that it got you sewing again. I don’t know if it will work but my hubby takes tart cherry for gout (in a pill form) but there is liquid too. For those who don’t go to the doctor, it seems a help. Hope that the circles calm down soon for you.
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Hello Lori; I read a tad about you on Roseannes Blog. What a wonderful thing to do. I have read a few posts and just want you to know that my Father passed away a short time ago and my whole world seems to be crashing. I understand, to a degree, what you are going through even though both worlds are completely different. Friends are a wonderful strength right now. I will be praying for you!
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Hi Brenda – So very sorry to hear about your father. I hope you find peace.
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Sometimes simple is all we can handle. This block looks good, and I would have left the sunflower as it was. That was what made me think I’d done it wrong – the picture that was like this on the pattern. But I think it still looks like a sunflower, either way. It would never bother me one bit to have it like yours.
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