Back To Winter Once Again!

4/27/19

Well, we enjoyed our Spring season...looks like we are back to Winter once again. Yes, sad to say that we have had to reopen those boxes of cold weather woolens. Hard to believe we were basking in 80 degree temps last Sunday. Mark my words, there will be no sandals at church this week!

The Weather Channel and local forecasters seem to be wavering a bit on actual accumulations for our area, but the latest as of around 8am was to be 5 inches of the white stuff for the Madison area with spots here and there receiving close to 8 inches.

At 9:15 am I find that hard to digest, considering it's close to 40 degrees and holding. It's going to have to drop another ten degrees for any precipitation of the icy kind to fall from the skies today. Although, I have to admit that my left kneecap hurts so that's usually an indication of snow.

We have the oldest son home today. He attended the Billy Joel concert at Miller Park last night and used the Ma & Pa Motel as a cheap overnight. He packed to stay an extra night due to the weather forecast, but I'm guessing he'll head back up north to Eau Claire if by noon there's no snow. Just in case, I have packed him a basket full of treats to take along and it's sitting on the kitchen counter for him to grab on the way out.

It's always bittersweet when the kids grow up and move away. When they first go, it's exciting to think of not being tied down to teenage school and work schedules. Then, about 24 hrs after they leave you realize this is a forever thing and the loss hits you. I've gotten used to it over the years, but I still am excited to see them come and sad when they leave. It's a mom thing.

 I hope I never get over it.

The treat basket is a thing I do almost every time either or both come home. I like to pack their favorites and send them off knowing that in case there is a crisis on the road they won't starve to death. Really, you just never know what could happen. It's good to know that Son #1 will have a healthy variety of snacks to choose from today--should he need survival food. The Milky Way bars, Kit Kats, Rum Balls, Snickerdoodles, raisins and jar of peanut butter should pull him through until a tow truck arrives.

Mr. Quilter Cook has a funeral to attend early this afternoon and so if Matt stays we'll do something fun. If he leaves, I have plenty of quilting projects to keep me busy. Yesterday, I went to garage sales and wouldn't you know it? I happened across one that was made up of nothing but quilt-related items! It was Heaven! The garage was loaded with patterns, gadgets, tools, full quilt kits, books and oh, yes...need I say? FABRIC! Yep, lots and lots of pre-cuts. I was very excited. I quickly gathered my arms full of goodies! When I got home I added up what all of it would have cost me full price. I'm guessing around $150. I spent $19. SCORE!

 If quilting is wrong, I don't want to be right!

Still no snow on the ground or even rain falling yet, but that calm-before-the-storm feeling surrounds us all in the Madison, WI area this morning.

I'll keep you updated. Meanwhile, I'll be in my craft room having a grand 'ole time with my new purchases!

Enjoy your day-whatever it may bring!

Rhonda

P.S. The Favorite Recipes page has been updated. I try to add  more cookbooks every few days or so. It takes some time, so be patient. The Favorite Reads will be coming soon.

While you are at it, check out my new facebook page  Quilter Cook Friends and Family Page! Just type it in the search box. It will take you right there. Not much content yet. I'll add pictures at time goes on...

WHAT IS THIS I SEE OUT MY WINDOW?? SNOW!! HERE WE GO....Finally.