Happy Sunday and More of My Travels

Good morning and happy Sunday!

My son and I took a little road trip to Muscatine,  Iowa,  Pearl Button Capital of the world.  I know that is an odd place to search out, but it also sits right on the Mississippi River.  LOL You know how much I wanted to see that river. 

First, pictures of me and Baby Boy at the river. It was a perfect day, warm but not hot, a slight breeze.  Then to the museum.  Very interesting.  Lots of history in this town.

Then, off to The Little Red Hen.  I had checked out the website before we went, but had NO idea how much fabric and wool was really there.  After about an hour and half,  my son sort of lost interest,  but said he would stay as long as I wanted. I love that kid. LOL

Took Highway 22 up the river until La Clair.  I had to laugh...here we were...in Iowa, eating Mexican food,  overlooking the Mississippi River.  Just plain weird. LOL. Can you tell that he'd had enough of picture time? LOL

So we are off and running for the day. I  took a little trip to another quilt shop, but I will save those pictures until my next post.  LOL  I've also finished quite a bit of knitting,  so I'll add those pictures ,  too.

Be kind to one another. 

j

What A Weekend!

Well, peeps and peepettes,  pull up chair, top off that coffee,  I've got stuff to share...

First,  we had graduation on Saturday.  The Writer's Workshop is a very specialized program,  so no caps and gowns.  The ceremony was small and personal.  The pictures show him receiving his certificate from the head of the department and his class together.

On Sunday,  we headed out for breakfast and then to a fossil bed.  So beautiful and green.  And, we found fossils!  It wasn't too hard, the really nice ones were marked on the map. LOL

On Monday,  over to Kalona to visit the quilt museum and homes that were moved there for preservation.  There were two rooms of quilts, one English and one Amish.  The Amish are the darker colors,  English are the Sunbonnet Sue.  The exhibits change with the seasons.  The Amish quilts were my favorite.  Though, it was interesting to see the different versions of the Sunbonnet Sue quilts. 

I have pictures of the buildings,  but I  will put them on next time.  Have a wonderful Wednesday  and be kind to one another.

Happy Friday

Good evening peeps!

First, I am so sorry that I am not an IT person.  I've learned how to post from my phone,  but I have no clue as to how to put the pictures in order.  We will just have to go with the flow.  LOL As it is, this is the second post I've done today.  The first has been "publishing" for 5 hours. I don't think I did it right.  LOL

We went for several walks yesterday...this one was in a beautiful park. I still can't get over how green it is!  I even found some wild strawberries.  Of course, I took a picture for you.  I love my son so much and truly appreciate his patience with me when it comes to pictures.

I finished my husband's scarf.  I think it is so pretty.  If you look closely,  you can see the halo that is formed by the fur.  I decided to stitch a couple of washcloths for my son while I was here.  You can never have too many.  LOL

Today,  we went to one of the thrift stores.  I found these lovely hats and asked my son which I should wear to his graduation.  Hmmmm...as of yet,  no decision.  LOL

I'm enjoying my trip and tomorrow is graduation day. Where has the time gone?
Wasn't it just yesterday that he was my baby boy. 

Be kind to one another.

Lots To See

Checking in with the peeps! 

I'm having a great time.  Took a few walks, one to the yarn shop (LOL) and took some pictures of the neighborhood.  There is more wildlife than I  would have expected.  You see bunnies on every corner, as well as squirrels and chipmunks.  I  realized as I was walking down the sidewalk,  all those little purple flowers were violets! 

I spent the afternoon with my son in the print shop. He has been making a book to finish his class. There is something about handling beautiful paper, adding your own words by setting type.  I can't describe the sense of completeness.  I hope that this is an art that he continues. 

I am off and going.  Have a wonderful Wednesday.  Be kind to one another. 

My Morning with My Son

Good morning from Iowa!  Just a quick check in. Got in late last night,  slept 10 hours and almost feel normal.  LOL  Baby Boy and I took a walk this morning to work out the kinks.  It is so green here! 

Two Days Into a Three Day Drive

Howdy from the state of Colorado!  I've finished 1300 miles, only 750 left.

I cannot describe the beauty of Utah.  I've been to the Grand Canyon,  but it seems that the entire state of Utah is the Grand Canyon.

I  was snowed on in Vail, Colorado.  I am not fond of snow,  but made it through.  LOL.

These pictures come from Utah and Colorado,  along Interstate 70.  I will definitely be back to Utah.

Be kind to one another.

Hi Ho, Hi Ho, to Iowa I Go

Good evening,  peeps and peepettes.

I am heading towards Iowa in the morning.  I am so excited,  three more days and I will be hugging my baby boy.  LOL I  will be taking pictures along the way and will keep everyone in the loop.

And yes, the first thing I packed was my projects.  LOL  I don't remember packing toothpaste.  Hmmm, I  better check that.

My husband will be caring for my dad until next Tuesday.  Then he flies out, stays five days,  and then back home. I've got caregivers lined up,  so we've got the bases covered. 

Wishing everyone a good weekend,  be kind to one another.