Back To This -

The October Quiltvillians departed yesterday morning making their way home from whence they came - some planning to shop hop all the way.  Good for them!
I may see these folks once a year, but I love knowing they stay in contact with each other and make plans to do fun things together even when not on retreat at Quiltville Inn.
Connections and Friendships is what it's all about - and I love to see it in action!

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Beating The Rain!

The forecast showed rain for days and days...on end.

So the decision was made early on in retreat that Sunday afternoon would be our greatest over-the-porch-rail opportunity - whether quilt tops were done or not.

It was that or get wet - and/or be blown away by the possible wind.

Wouldn't you know it - Sunday was grey and cloudy, but no wind!

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Things that come in Threes, Fours or Fives?

This picture is here to remind me that no matter the problem, there are always ALWAYS helpers.

This was my view on Saturday morning as I descended the drive showing just what my neighbors had cleared away from the downed tree that smashed the gate on Friday afternoon.

I couldn't fully see it in the dark as I returned from dinner - it certainly wasn't light enough to stop and get a photo then, but on Saturday morning I could.

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October Quiltvillians In The House!

The October Quiltvillians are in the house!

And I think I can officially say that the 2025 porch season has come to a windy and chilly close.

So windy that branches have come down into the yard - and all of the porch decor has been packed away until next year.

Let's just say that it is no fun to chase a bunch of paper napkins around the yard, nor to catch the salt and pepper shakers that have rolled off of the tables.

And while I am sad that summer is over - toasty mornings of coffee in the hen den with the fire on also brings happiness.

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