Afghans Galore, What's Happening in Sprinfield, Audio Books, Nantucket and The Philippines Audiobooks.
Pink Petals is coming along, a bit slower than I like but headway is being made. I usually don't add as wide of a border to squares when I'm making them all the same size, I thought more of the light pink was needed to help tone down how bright this was. As a result, it's taking me longer, using more yarn (which ok, since I'm trying to use up my stash), and requires more crocheting. This was one of the piles of squares I had to lay out and design afghans and then search my stash for what yarn might work with edging to size and joining them. Once I do that I put the designed afghan in a project bag and then they go on my shelves in the basement. Most are named at that time, but sometimes I change my mind as I start working on them. From memory I think I have somewhere around 30; not counting the ones I've already made. Been at this for years and have made 81 so far, I think. Just tried to count my filesYou've no doubt seen a large number of meme's after the debate. There have been some good ones, so thought I'd share these with you.Another fun batch of Elin Hilderbrand books. The island has the usual fun romance to it, but ventures away a bit from Nantucket to the remote secluded island of Tuckernuck. Sorta roughing it 3 family members get their lives back in order after a canceled wedding, a broken heart, and a tragedy. Good reads rating for this book is 3.89...I gave it 5 stars, but then I think I've given all her books, or certainly the majority of them 5's. I just find them so enjoyable. Love Season has more mystery to it, then some of her books. Mystery around a death and who's at fault. Going against Dad's rules to seek out a forbidden aunt. Good Reads has this one rated 3.69The Matchmaker is a bit different, romance of course is involved, as are family secrets; but does she have the gift of 3rd sight/seeing into future. 42 Happy Couples think so. This one is rated 3.90WWII, The Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, the Japanese bombing of Luzon, the last stand at Bataan, the largest surrender in US history, The horrific Bataan Death March. 3 young friends wanted adventure when they left home before Pearl Harbor have many trials as they fight to survive. This book is not a documentary, but is inspired by true stories. It was rated 4.56. I think in general people know less about this part of the war then what took place in Europe. We never really held The Japanese accountable like we did The Germans. They was no Nuremberg equivalent.
Love your creativity. Isn't it wonderful to find an author whose work you always enjoy?
ReplyDeleteYes it really is nice to lock onto a particular author. I'm soon to run out of her books though. Thank you for loving my creativity.
DeleteIt's good to have a project like Pink Petals to work on!
ReplyDeleteI've had lots of these projects, and eventually I hope to get them all done; but it's not an over night process, lol.
DeleteWhat’s happening in Springfield dismays me to my very core. I could never have imagined the day when people running for the highest office in the land could have spewed such lies, with such terrible consequences. And then along came Trump and Vance, and the millions who will vote for them. The world has gone mad.
ReplyDeleteI'm sick about the Springfield situation. I just don't understand the cruelty of that ticket continuing to do this. Now more bomb threats, each one causing people to be afraid, costing the tax payers more money. It's a despicable situation.
DeletePink petals is coming along beautifully. 81 blankets that's amazing and shows how much you must enjoy making them.
ReplyDeleteI do enjoy making them, and donating them.
Delete...after the debate we need to find humor if we can and found some! Take care Sandy
ReplyDeleteRight you are about finding humor, otherwise we'll go crazy. Thanks
DeleteThe meme game has been on fire! I'm enjoying it because it distracts me from my fear of Trump getting back into office. Love your creativity with the quilts!
ReplyDeleteThe meme are helping us cope for sure. The fact that people still support him after all he's done just blows my mind and has me very fearful for our country. Thank you for you kind words about my creativity.
DeleteWow, that's a lot of afghans. It's nice to have something to reach for when you want to do a bit of crochet, and it's good to be using up the stash too.
ReplyDeleteI hadn't realized how many I had made until I looked at my photo's. I just keep at it, but still there's lots to do.
DeletePink Petals looks very nice.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Thank you Victor. It's taking me longer than normal as I've got too much going on; but I'm getting there.
DeleteWhat a lovely collection of pretty pink Afghan squares.
ReplyDeleteGetting close to time I can crochet. Too hot in Dixie to have lots of crocheting in my lap in the summer
Hugs Cecilia
I hear ya on the heat. I do ok with the squares until it's time to put them together, then I try to hold it on a stool off to the side so I don't have the whole heavy thing on my lap at the same time. Even with that method, I have to take a break, cause it gets hot.
DeleteWow - you've made a lot of afghans! I really like pink petals.
ReplyDeleteI really like Elin Hildebrand books and will have to check these out.
Thank you on Pink Petals, I'm chipping away. I'll soon run out of Elin Hilderbrand books to read, then what?
DeleteCreating an afghan is a lot of work!!
ReplyDeleteIt is a lot of work, some come together faster than others.
DeleteLovely work! Long ago I made an afghan and it took a long time. Never tried again, but sure have a lot of respect for those who make such works of art.
ReplyDeleteSpringfield is a tragedy. A national embarrassment. Where have all these ignorant people come from?
Thank you, I keep at it. Springfield is a tragedy and he's still telling his lies and spreading hate. Wish I knew where the ignorant people come from.
Delete81? whew ...that is a lot of work and I must say, your work is beautiful. I admire those whose talents are used to better the lives of others. You are a blessing to others.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your sweet comment, much appreciated.
DeleteIt makes me both sad and angry about the Springfield thing.
ReplyDeleteI feel the same way. It's shameful on trump and jd to keep doing things like this. The poor folks living there must be having a time of it.
DeleteCan you imagine if all artists had plans for concepts of plans? We'd get nothing done. Oy vey.
ReplyDeleteI love these memes.
Thank you for the sobering history info too. Any reading I do on history tends to take me to John Lennon's "Imagine."
Take good care, Sandy.
Exactly right plans for concepts of plans....Geesh!! Imagine...if only in our lifetime.
DeleteYour pink petals is beautiful, good to have a pink one. I don't believe I've ever crochet a pink one. That's a lot of blankets you have done, but it's certainly good for you to do and give away, such joy in doing both.
ReplyDeleteYou're right it's a double joy, making them and then giving them away to folks that are in need. A real win win. Thank you for your kind words.
DeleteI can't wait to see how Pink Petals turns out. And the memes after the debate have been pretty funny.
ReplyDeleteIt's coming along and I agree about the meme's. There are tons of them and all are pretty funny.
DeleteYou are so creative with all your lovely afghans. It is great when you find an author you love, particularly when you enjoy all their books.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes
Ellie
Thank you Ellie for your kind words. I keep chipping away at my stash, trying to make as many afghans as I can, and clean out my stash. Right you are about finding an author you enjoy.
DeleteYou must be close to having read all of Elin’s books by now.
ReplyDeleteYou're right only a few left.
DeleteA wonderful post Sandy, love your squares, and those cartoons bring a smile on one hand and sobering thoughts on the other. Thank you for sharing the books. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteAgree on both smiling and sobering thoughts on the other hand. We have to find some humor so we don't loose our minds regarding how ridiculous things have become.
DeleteVery true, humor has gotten people through some very tough times.
DeleteIndeed it has. We would be lost without it.
DeleteYour afghan is looking fine. That's a lot if squares, you'll have fun placing them where you want them. Enjoy your books.
ReplyDeleteI'm chipping away Bill, bit by bit.
DeleteHi, love pink petals... pink is my second favorite color. :-)
ReplyDeleteHappy September Days.
xx oo
Carla
Thank you Carla.
DeleteSally - thanks for faithfully stopping by my blog to say hi! All is well; we have had a delightfully busy summer and I just haven't taken the time (until this week) to sit down and write a post. So if you stop by now you will see what we were up to during July! 81 afghans! Wow! Very impressive! Have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteSo good to hear from you Angie. Will swing by to get caught up. Been out of the country for several weeks.
DeleteYour blankets are beautiful, dear Sandy.
ReplyDeleteYou've already made 81 and there are still so many pieces waiting for you... I think crocheting is a meditation for you.
Your last book reminded me of Steven Spielberg's 1987 film "Empire of the Sun." Maybe you know the movie or maybe you have the opportunity to see the movie.
Many warm greetings from Viola
p.s. We just returned from our four week vacation... it was so nice :-))
Making a note about the movie and will look it up. Sounds like something I would enjoy. Yes, you're right my crocheting is a type of meditation for me.
DeleteThe blankets are lovely as usual. More books to add to my reading list.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Thank you Jackie. Let me know what you think when you read any of the books.
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