My family and I had the privilege of spending the weekend in Michigan. Part of it was family vacation, part of it was so I could take part in the summer work party for Margaret's Hope Chest. I got to take in a bit of the quilt show in Grand Rapids, too, which caused me to wonder why on earth I call myself a quilter. Some of those quilts were utterly AmAzInG! They were really fun to see, even if they made me question my abilities. :)
The work party was fabulous! I'm so happy I got to be a part of it!
Here's Carin sharing a story about this beautiful quilt that she reconstructed.
Jill and Jessica showing off finished quilts. (These ladies sewed FAST!)
As for the rest of our vacation...
It was so nice to see the beach again. The lake was absolutely gorgeous.
And in South Haven.
Overall it was a great trip...lots of great memories made. (This photo was my husband's idea...and I LOVE it!)
We are so thankful to be home safely! Last night when we were an hour from home we were THIS close to being smashed between a U Haul that was towing a car and a concrete barrier. It was SO scary. Oh-my-goodness!!!! Thankfully it was only a close call. We are so thankful to God for His protection of our family!
One more week of summer 'vacation' left here...I have a feeling it's going to be another CraZy week, but I'm going to try to squeeze in some sewing (and blogging!) too. Here's hoping!!!
Happy Monday to you!
We are so thankful to be home safely! Last night when we were an hour from home we were THIS close to being smashed between a U Haul that was towing a car and a concrete barrier. It was SO scary. Oh-my-goodness!!!! Thankfully it was only a close call. We are so thankful to God for His protection of our family!
One more week of summer 'vacation' left here...I have a feeling it's going to be another CraZy week, but I'm going to try to squeeze in some sewing (and blogging!) too. Here's hoping!!!
Happy Monday to you!
Looks like you had a beautiful weekend with your family Amanda Jean. So glad you made it home safely.
ReplyDeleteI'm just home from Michigan a week ago and had a really scary near accident too....it is even more terrifying with kids in the car!
ReplyDeleteI just think people are driving with too many distractions, mostly talking on the phone! Thank goodness we both made it home okay.
Happy sewing
Beautiful quilts. Vacation photos look relaxing!! SO glad y'all made it home safely!!
ReplyDeleteIt was so good to see you! Seriously. I love that last photo, too. Thanks for introducing me to Margaret's Hope Chest. How amazing. I was so honored to be part of it!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful quilts! Do you publish a schedule of workshops that you will be at? I'd love to check one out.
ReplyDeletePS - Glad you liked Tunnel Park. It's a favorite of mine!
So thrilled to see the pictures from the MHC work party. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteIt was a wonderful time and so good to hear all the wonderful reasons that everyone helps. So happy to be a part of it. And it was great to see you and reconnect.
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a safe drive!
Love that photo! I'm glad you made it home safely.
ReplyDeleteHi Amanda -- I thought of your quilting party this past weekend -- thank you for giving your readers the opportunity to help -- and thanks for the photos -- it was neat to see some of my blocks! I'm happy your car was "protected" in that frightening moment! Florence
ReplyDeleteGlad you are all safe and had a great time.
ReplyDeleteI´m so glad that the Angels were with you and nothing bad hapend to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteWe all need "our" crazy mom.
Pretty quilts. The kids will be so thrilled to get them.
ReplyDeleteNice vacay - thanks for sharing the pics.
I love the family photos. I am the one who regularly captures her family walking away. I don't know what it is about seeing my family lined up but it always makes me happy. Glad you had a great vacation. School's in full session now for two weeks. Enjoy the last days of your summer!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are home safe and sound, those close calls scare the living ca-g-bees out of you! I was sad to miss the workshop, maybe I will be able to attend the next workshop. Looks like you were able to make good use out of all the batting squares I sent with Pam....thanks bunches for signing the books and my Up Up and Away quilt. I have not seen Pam, most likely we will meet up on Wednesday evening quilting! That is a lot of quilting in 6 hours, great team work at the scene and behind the scene, for a very worthy cause. Happy stitching! Pauline
ReplyDeleteThank God for His protection on your family! And for family times..and your quilting party... I am also thankful to have gotten the chance to help. Looks like you had a great trip:)
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome weekend! I love the family photos! And I'm so thankful that you weren't squished. My mom & I had a close call with a semi truck and it was scary! Praying for peace amid the crazy this week. :) Hugs!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a great break
ReplyDeleteI was wondering how your trip to Michigan went. I sent 20 blocks and am delighted to see what you guys made. Such a worthwhile cause. Thank you for bringing me on-board. (Glad you and family are safe. That was scary.)
ReplyDeleteJust missed you -- I arrived in South Haven just in time for all the rain Sunday afternoon! Glad you made it home safely!
ReplyDeleteThe perfect weekend combo, sewing with friends along with some family fun. The quilts look great! I even saw a few of my blocks :) So happy your home safe...sounds like your guardian angels where close by. HOpe your last week of summer is fabulous! Smiles~Beth
ReplyDeleteIt was an amazing sewing fest! So happy I could be a part of it. It was great to catch up with you and hear what you have in store for your fans in the future. Loved meeting your family too. Did the little one get her fill of the water park?? We made a lot of quilts and did a lot of talking and laughing all for a good cause. I hope to make it to the next one, hopefully it won't take 2 years before we can do it again!!
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous quilts! I love the bright tones in each of them.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear you made it back safely =D
You realize that many of us see YOUR quilts and wonder if we can consider our own work "quilting" in comparison.
ReplyDeleteI'm seeing a lot of triangle quilts lately! I even made one earlier this summer. I love your quilt, the fabrics just sing!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great place to spend a week or weekend at. I used to love going to Michigan and especially loved the lake. Now that I am older and on oxygen I am not able to go but still have some great memories. I loved New Buffalo and I have a daughter that lives in Petoskey.
ReplyDeleteGreat quilts and those vacation pictures are fantastic!
ReplyDeleteLove the last picture!
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ReplyDeleteIt was great to meet you! I had a blast at the work day.
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