And I admit it – these last nine blocks were sewn as Leaders & Enders for each other –
I wasn’t even very speedy about getting the hand stitching of that binding down…the mind-space that sewing takes has just been beyond my grasp for the most part over the past few weeks.
And now that we are coming out the other side – all I feel is emotionally exhausted. Like all of that pent up adrenaline over worry for my son has just all gone out in a big whoooosh leaving me just numb.
But that ends today. It’s all good news from here on out.
Last evening (my time, afternoon Jason time) they moved Jason out of the ICU and to the regular neuro floor.
The PT came by and had him walking the floor. He is able to get up and get to the bathroom (But still has to have someone like his Dad be right there just in case.)
He may be able to come home late today or possibly tomorrow depending on how things go.
He had another MRI yesterday to see how things are going inside his head with the brain readjusting to fill the space the bigger-than-a-golf-ball sized tumor had been occupying for a while.
We still don’t know what kind of tumor it is – we have to wait for pathology. So more waiting. But there is nothing I can do about that, even in my mama bear mindset.
So yesterday afternoon once the retreat was ready for the October Quiltvillians to make their arrival – I sewed. I finished up the last blocks I need.
My bobbin, and my heart is full!
Even if my stomach isn’t – I have a blood draw this morning to check my A1C and I’m dreading it. I haven’t been the best over the past few weeks with what is going on, and there may have been some stress eating going on.
It is what it is. I’ll get back on the bandwagon after I’ve gone through the shame of having to step on the cattle scale today and I’ll know the results of the blood draw in a few days.
This morning? Black tea is not doing it for me. I’m packing my breakfast and will get a real coffee when all of this is done.
Today? Let the layout of the Four Patch Fun blocks begin.
Did you enter to win on the Lahinch Gift-Away post? Click back there if you missed it.
Introductory pricing: I’ve placed the Lahinch PDF pattern at 25% off – no coupon needed -through 10/31/25. Hurry now and save!
Simple shapes and easy piecing create a stunning repeat of pattern and secondary designs – All from a photo taken of a vintage tile floor white traveling. Full color photos, Optional piecing methods, and directions to press for success!
Quilt size: 80” X 80”
And yes, there IS a Gift-Away!
I’ll be drawing for two winners who will each receive a Lahinch PDF pattern from me AND:
An Atlantic Sky color roll from Cotton to Quilts. And yes, they have other rolls to enhance your stash as well:
Along with the beautiful Atlantic Sky roll, they’ve got other Ireland themed rolls in all of the rich colors you need from Golden Sand to Cliffs of Moher (Chocolate) and Autumn Heather (Pumpkin).And be sure to check out the neutral rolls as well!
Of course, you can envision your own color plan for Lahinch Just choose 4 colors that you like together and add a background where I used lighter sand.
We will draw for our winners on Monday 10/27/25.
Quiltville Quote of the Day –
Found this in my memories today, posted many years ago. Somehow it still fits!
I’ve learned that an emotional toll can be much more exhausting than a physical toll on our bodies and our mental health.
Last night I slept the hardest I have in a long time.
Taking things one step at a time. One hour at a time. One day at a time.
