Plumbing problems 09-04-15

There are times in my life when everything goes wrong at once.   And I think everyone has these times, so I don't feel alone!   It turns out that the plumbing problem I am having is due to a blown filter in the water softener.  The filter is filled with tiny shiny beads which came out of my shower head like a sand blaster.  Now the softener is turned off and I await the repairman who is supposed to come on Monday, despite that fact it is Labor Day.  We'll see.  Meanwhile, my washer is still half full of water and the appliance guy can't come until Tuesday, or maybe Wednesday!  However, this morning Dick Bednar helped me with my computer problem and it seems to be working okay.

Like I said, sometimes everything goes bad at once.  At least I had my power steering fixed last week! 

Podocarpus hedge

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Wordless Wednesday - one day late! 09-03-15

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What do you do when you have no electricity?

Yesterday when I came home there was a hang tag on my doorknob saying that Edison Company was going to turn off the power in our neighborhood to do some emergency repair work.  I did not realize how that would impact my plans.  I knew my laptop would run on battery, but I forgot that the modem does not.  So, no computer.  I thought I would go to the library or Starbucks', but I am not tall enough or strong enough to open the automatic garage door.  So, still no computer.  Sewing?  No sewing machine.  Ironing?  No power.  I ended up writing a few checks and a few thank you notes and reading my current novel.  Then I took a nap.  And the  power was back on at 5:30pm when I woke up.  There is a great feeling of frustration and I am more sympathetic to those of you who lose your power due to weather conditions. 

 

"Moon at Sea"   Del Thomas 2015 14" X 14"
Batik and printed cotton fabrics, cotton thread.  Fused, machine applique and quilting.
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Birthday Dinner 09-01-15

I went with friends to a fabulous birthday dinner at Ruth's Chris Steak House, ate until I was stuffed and still brought home bags of leftovers. 

I didn't have any leftover dessert!  Crème Brulee with fresh berries.  Yum. 

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Home from San Diego 08-31-15

No quilt posting tonight.  Sorry. 

 

 

Yesterday the art quilt group I belong to viewed the SAQA Traveling Trunk show of 50 samples from artists all over the world.  We looked at them individually as they were spread out in my motel room - on the bed, counters, table, night stands!  Then we each selected two that we liked a lot and talked about them.  Of course, some were liked by more than one person, so we all discussed whenever we wanted.  It seemed to me that the chosen pieces were selected for their balanced design rather than the colors or the subject.  It was a worthwhile exercise, I think.  After the meeting we went out to lunch and they presented me with a wonderful chocolate cake topped with a picture of one of my quilts!  Guess one can make one's quilts and eat them, too!   

 

I had a few ladies who are not in the group come in the afternoon to see the samples.  And I shared some chocolate cake with them.  Of course, there was still enough to bring some home. 

 

Altogether a very satisfying day.  It helped that there was A/C as it was hot, even in San Diego, almost on the water.  And then there was the long drive home today.  Some traffic accidents slowed me down a bit, but I also stopped to see Bette Bradley at the facility in Laguna Woods.  She is looking good and the PTherapist has had her walking with her walker.  Not very far, but every little bit counts.  She sees the doctor on Thursday. 

 

Tomorrow is the big 77th and I will be partying all day!  Not really partying, but out for lunch and dinner.