ANZAC DAY

 For those in both Australia and New Zealand, today is ANZAC Day, and we salute all those who have served in both countries, and thank you for your service.

It was to be a special ANZAC Day for both Peter and his son Matthew. Both were going to go to the Dawn service at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, followed by Matthew marching with his father in the main march later in the morning. Unfortunately this was not to happen.

We arrived in Canberra last Sunday (where Matt & his family live) only to have Matt back in hospital (for the third time) after having problems with a double hernia operation he had some 10 weeks ago. So from Monday morning until late last night (Wednesday) he was in hospital to supposedly have fluid drained off without seeing a doctor, and after having a few terse words (from Matt, and them admitting there was a mix-up in communication) a scan was done yesterday after lunch, with him only to be told they could not drain anything and Matt told them he was going home, not waiting for them to discharge him - he was going home!! To be honest, I don't blame him.

So today, ANZAC Day has been a quiet day of reflection, we have enjoyed some quality time with family.

Now having said all this I have to let you know that it is rather 'cool' down here in Canberra after us coming from Queensland. 

On Monday, which ended up a glorious autumn day, we met up with our daughter-in-law Trina's mother and her partner for lunch at the Southern Cross Yacht Club

It ended up a beautiful day and we sat our on the deck (the very far right of the photo)

This is part of the lake that they sail on and it was just lovely with the autumn toned leaves on all the trees. Hmm, thought the trees would show up better than this, sorry.

Tuesday was a day where Peter and I ran around Canberra shopping for bits and pieces we were after. Unfortunately Peter didn't have much luck with the things he was after, but for me, oh I was in seventh heaven going to four fabric shops and (as usual) I managed to buy quite a number of pieces of fabric, to which Peter replied - we only have the small car this trip! I have no reason to worry that they will all fit in for the trip home. Really, just how much room do little bits of fabric take up, I ask you!

A bit of trivia for you:

       Monday morning the temp at 6.25am was 3.4 deg c - but felt like 2.0 deg c

       Tuesday the temp at 6.35am was 1.7 deg c but felt like 0.0 deg c 

       Yesterday it was a heatwave - around 9 deg c!

       Today (Thur) at 6.45am it was 0.4 deg c but felt like -1.7 deg c. with ice on the windscreen and bonnet of our car. Have to say, although saying goodbye to our family is hard, I am looking forward to heading north and back home to Queensland where it will be warmer.

Well, as I sit here and write this, it is a tad cold, with the forecast of another chilly morning tomorrow, thankfully the car has a great heater in it.

Well, that is all for now, so .....

'Til next time,

June

More Hexagons and Another Mini Quilt

 After a little frustration I have finished another two hexagons to add to my collection. Had trouble deciding on a couple of colours in the sampler hexagon, but eventually got it done.

Happy with the shading I did on the rose. Here is a photo of all the ones I have done so far.

And to add to this display of work, I am adding another of my mini quilts.

Well it is time to put my feet up for a well earned rest after all that stitching for the time being, so ...

'Til next time,

June

Sewing Along at a Great Rate of Knots

 Our Easter weekend is all but over and I have to say I am very pleased with what I have achieved this 4 day break.

It began on Friday with me altering a fleece cardigan jacket that I purchased at the end of winter last year, however because I am only half pint size (vertically challenged), I had to shorten the sleeves, and the length of the garment came way below my backside - think it was about 3 3/4 inches (just over 9cm), then of course putting it back together again  - much happier with it now and ready for winter this year. Oh, and don't forget a hot cross bun for morning tea.

Saturday was a cooking day with me making some dinners, muffins and sausage rolls.

Yesterday (Sunday) after having a serve of chocolate, I then made a small bag to hold my small fan along with a folding LED light to take with me to my sewing group if required.

Still feeling in the mood for more stitching, I found that I had time to 'fix up' the fabric lining for my basket I take to my sewing group. The reason I had to alter it was that it came with my previous basket which fell apart some time ago, so I bought myself another stronger basket and the lining didn't fit it properly, so I unpicked it and made some alterations to the base of it and it now fits perfectly.

So as you can see, my weekend was put to very good use. Very happy with what I achieved.

'Til next time

June