Abby in her birthday purple sweater

My little niece, Abby in her "purple sweater". I think it fits her really well and I am glad that she likes it. 

Perhaps tomorrow will contain a bit of sewing as well. I desperately NEED Summer clothes but have ZERO money --- BUT I have an AWESOME fabric stash to shop from right here at home. Just got to get busy. Oh and my dolly is still waiting for her dress.

How did that cat get so fat?

Tesla getting the very LAST piece of food out of their cat food container

In our front yard - SPRING!

WELCOME SPRING!

Time again for ... "On my mind"

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On my mind...

Using leftover mashed potatoes to make Potato Pancakes.

Our meat loaf recipe with a new twist tonight - about 1/4 cup Raspberry Chipotle BBQ sauce poured over the top. DELICIOUS!

We are getting better at using every last little bit of food that we buy; rarely does something make it to the trash. 

We bought this at World Market. Kinda pricey at $5.99 but SO GOOD. You can find this combination in the grocery store as well with the other BBQ sauces.

A Mother's Love

 I don't think those people that spew hatred at Military Funerals understand the love and commitment entire American Families go through in service of our Country of birth. I spent this morning sewing badges and such onto new uniforms for our son - our ONLY child to go and serve our country for the next two weeks. I'm sure it won't be long until he is called to serve his country in a foreign land and when that day comes I know that his brother's in arms no matter what the branch will be there serving and protecting as well and together they will do their best to keep each other safe while keeping ALL OF US safe. Please take time to Thank our Service people - they deserve our love and support.

 I am a proud Navy Seabee Mom!

Awesome Artist

Scott and I saw him in person this past Summer here in West Columbia and I'd go to more of his local shows if finances aloud.

Spring!

My tulip tree is starting to really put on her yearly show. I was afraid yesterdays storms would knock all of the blooms off so I ran out and got a few pictures even though it was overcast. Surprisingly it still looks gorgeous today. It seems every year that as soon as the blossoms get to this stage it storms hard or it freezes and ruins the display.

I've had a bit of a sore throat today so didn't do a whole lot just rested as much as possible as I have to work the next 4 days. I did get a little slip made for my doll. I didn't have enough tiny snaps for the shoulders so I used small buttons instead; I LOVE the automatic button hole foot on my White Quilter's Star - can't praise it enough. Next I will make her a dress and maybe a sweater or coat.

The next few days between working and housework I have to get some uniforms in order for Greg. He had to get bigger tops so I have to transfer insignias from his old too small tops to the new tops BEFORE Friday night as he ships out early Saturday morning. He'll be gone for his yearly 2 weeks training.