Retirement

Yea!  I'm finally retired -- but at the same time I have to confess -- there was a lump in my throat as I was driving off the base.  Yes, folks - retirement to me was a little bittersweet.

Don't get me wrong - I am ready for retirement.  After all, I gave 36 plus years to the Government!    But I have to say that I was very lucky.  Working with the military men and women was the very best job anyone could have and they are the ones I will truly miss the most.  There is always a sense of pride working with them and you get to meet so many wonderful people from all over this great nation. 

And to all the men and women in blue -  I salute you!

First picture is my drive into Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio Texas.  The second picture is my last drive out.  There goes that lump again!

Bright and Bold for Lucy

Yes, Ms Lucy asked for something very bright and bold.  Here she is - how much brighter and bolder can we get?  She even insisted I make a matching dress for her dolly.  I had fun making her and I couldn't resist the color of her collar - my favorite shade of green.

Hope everyone has a great and safe Memorial weekend.  Please take a moment to remember all of our soldiers who fought on the line for our great Nation. 

Hugs,

Kelci

Shoot for the moon - even if you miss it you will land among the stars.  A quote by Les Brown

Having said that how many of us sometimes need a little inspiration whether it's losing weight (this one is for me!) finishing college, advancing in your career goals, or run a marathon.  Whatever it may be, having little reminders around could help us accomplish some of those goals.

The fabric for the dress was originally purchased for the border on a lap quilt I thought I was going to do.  That was about 4 years ago!  Has that ever happened to you?   I love this fabric by Sandy Gervais for Moda.  I still have a lot left of this fabric, maybe I can still get to that lap quilt.

The inspiration for making this blond, green-eyed doll came from this fabric once I found it in my stash.  I enjoyed making Kelci and her inspiration pillow.  I hope you like her too.

 

Hugs

 

Happy Mother's Day from 4 Generations

Happy Mother's Day!  Here we have four generations - Mom, daughter Andrea, precious granddaughter Cadie and me in the back.  It truly is a blessing to be able to share this day with my Mom, who by the way, will be turning 89 this coming Tues. 

I read a blog this morning that said for those of us who still have our Moms, don't forget to hug them and thank them.  Moms are so special and that I will never forget.

Have a great day and many blessings to all those wonderful Moms out there.

Hugs,