In Like a Lion

There was a saying I learned as a kid that went something like this;  If March comes in like a lion it will go out like a lamb.  I sure hope that holds true.  As we recently witnessed with the Olympics, it is quite exciting to set records and be a part of that kind of excitement.  Someday it may be fun to say I survived the winter of 2013-14 that set all kinds of records and wreaked not a little havoc.  Today with another vortex and sub zero temperatures on the way is not that day.

I returned this week from the retreat I hold in Tuolumne, CA every February.  The weather was exceptionally beautiful and I drank in as much sunshine as I could.  The women who attended were wonderful to be with and were working on many beautiful projects.  What a joy to be with them.  I have returned to begin working on my retreat I will be holding in Michigan in April.  I look forward to this time as well and starting new traditions and making new friends.

One of the best parts of my trip was staying with my son and his roommates.  They were lovely to their momma in residence.  A trip with my future daughter-in-law to the flower mart in San Francisco was a delight.  The smells and beauty were intoxicating and the time with Stephanie was a joy.  If you ever get the chance to visit the mart I highly recommend it.

My goals for this week are to get started on the demo's and welcome gifts for the April retreat.  I will be sending out forms for the July Retreat in San Juan Bautista, CA and watching more shows for my project with "The Quilt Show".  There are a few classes to teach as well.  It's good to be busy.

May your days be filled with joy and inspiration!

Dee

Friendship is a long sweet prayer....