Home from camp!

I spent the last several days enjoying the warmth and acceptance of a small group of quilters in Ohio.  I also completely quilted and bound the baby quilt.  Phew.

I was able to reconnect and spend HOURS with my childhood friend, Charity.  We hadn't seen each other since her wedding 11 years ago.  We might have only gotten 3 hours of sleep the first night because of this...hahaha!

My Aunt Bev helps lead this group of quilters...and was able to extend us a gracious welcome.  She is my Aunt by adoption.  I'm not sure if I adopted her, or she adopted me...but it doesn't much matter!  Although she sees and talks to my Mom often...she hadn't seen me for almost 8 years...since my wedding.  She gives the best hugs! 

My Mom and I had a lot of fun!  I mean A LOT.  I was a bit nervous about going to join a group of women I didn't know.  You know me and my slight phobia in this area...the cliques, the cattiness, etc. BUT THIS GROUP...they were warm and wonderful....gracious and generous with ideas, information and materials...

SO, I worked...and learned...and added "wonky" to the group's vocabulary.  Wonky- to skew a geometric shape on purpose.  Dancing around and singing the "wonky" song is optional.

...and auditioned my ideas...."Yup, she's gonna be gorgeous"...

...played quilt "I spy"...the all time best question dealt with an airplane.  Because this was my Mom's quilt, I had an unfair advantage.  The fabric was from an ugly skirt I used to wear.  HAHA!

...and I was inspired and encouraged.  I can't wait for next year!!  I have about 500 yo-yos to make and about three quilts to finish before then...but don't bother me with trifles...I'm excited...

...and probably just a bit exhausted too.  Looonnnggg drive...with storms and wobbly wheels...It's good to be home!