Monday, May 9, 2022

Tuesday Update and some likes...

I'm skipping the to-do list this week, and doing an update instead because this is happening:


Yes, we're packing our suitcases and heading out to spend a week with these special people, Mike's Navy group, and wives.  Here we are by the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C. in 2018, the last time we were able to get together.

A bunch of likes here!
We were supposed to do this trip in 2020, but we all know what happened that year.
Unfortunately, two of the guys have passed away in the meantime, and they will be terribly missed, but it will be wonderful to see the rest who are able to attend.  This year we're meeting in Boston, and spending some time on Cape Cod, too!


So, getting ready for the trip has been Job #1 on my to-do list lately, and sewing has taken a back seat.  Here's what I have managed to work on a little bit - the PopStar QAL.  I've made half of step 1 (the outer sections), and have pieces and parts gathered and begun for step 2 (the center star).  You can see it coming together!

And some bits of Rainbow Scrap Challenge green 
used as leaders and enders, too.

Working on parts of each section has me all set up to keep going once we're back home again next week.   See you then!

Joining in with Linda and friends at Texas Quilt Gal for the To-Do Tuesday link-up, and
Not Afraid of Color for "I Like Thursday."








 

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22 comments:

  1. Libby in TNMay 10, 2022 at 4:12 AM

    Have fun! And stay well. That part of the country is having an uptick of Covid cases. Has us re-thinking our plans to go there later this summer.

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  2. IvaniMay 10, 2022 at 5:25 AM

    Enjoy and have a nice trip, Diann.

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  3. Carole @ From My Carolina HomeMay 10, 2022 at 6:09 AM

    I hope you have a wonderful time!

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  4. Vicki in MNMay 10, 2022 at 6:20 AM

    Oh boy some wonderful fun for you this week!! Enjoy and be safe.

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  5. LindaMay 10, 2022 at 6:22 AM

    I'm so excited for you! Hope you have a wonderful trip. Thanks for sharing with To Do Tuesday!

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  6. Karen - Quilts...etc.May 10, 2022 at 7:07 AM

    have a fun meet up with your friends it is great that so many can still meet. Enjoy your time and I hope the weather will be nice for you - and be careful this virus just won't go away

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  7. grammajudybMay 10, 2022 at 7:47 AM

    Safe travels! So glad that you were able to make this happen this year. It must be an huge undertaking to plan. I've never been to Cape Cod. I'd love to see the boat that I assume are there. Pop Star is coming along. I need to at least cut the pieces. But...you know....life happens sometime.

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  8. Cheree @ The Morning Latte May 10, 2022 at 8:28 AM

    I love trips, hate packing! LOL. Enjoy! I sooo love Boston and enjoy some chowdah for me on Cape Cod! I'm sure you've got it all planned but we really loved visiting John Adams' home, Peacefield, in Quincy which I think is right between Boston and Cape Cod area. Have a great time!

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  9. Melisa- pinkernpunkinquilting May 10, 2022 at 1:18 PM

    I hope you and your husband have a wonderful trip and a lovely reunion . Thank you so much for your husband and your family's service. Pop Star is looking fabulous. Safe travels.

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  10. Pat at Bell Creek QuiltsMay 10, 2022 at 1:18 PM

    Have fun on your trip! Sewing will wait for you!

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  11. Home Sewn By UsMay 10, 2022 at 2:45 PM

    Hi Diann! Safe travels and have fun. It should be a beautiful time to visit Boston and Cape Cod. I look forward to hearing about the trip and seeing your friends again. {{Hugs}} ~smile~ Roseanne

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  12. Rebecca GraceMay 10, 2022 at 7:44 PM

    Your Pop Stars look lovely so far. Have a safe and WONDERFUL trip. These experiences connecting with friends and family in real life are so important now that we know what it's like to be cut off and sequestered from those we love for two years. The quilting is always waiting for us when we get home.

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  13. Kathryn TMay 10, 2022 at 11:00 PM

    Enjoy the trip - Boston and Cape Cod sound great. Well only guessing because never been there but I'd like to!

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  14. PaintedThreadMay 11, 2022 at 6:49 PM

    Have fun at the Cape. How good to see that group again!

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  15. piecefulwendyMay 12, 2022 at 2:50 PM

    Sounds like a wonderful trip - enjoy! Safe travels! Soak up some sun and sea for me!

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  16. The Joyful QuilterMay 12, 2022 at 6:39 PM

    Safe trip, Diann! Say hello to my SIL when you are on the Cape. :o))

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  17. Siouxzq64@gmail.comMay 12, 2022 at 7:10 PM

    Have a fabulous trip, and I think you are going to have spectacular weather.

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  18. KateMay 13, 2022 at 4:10 AM

    Have a very fun trip!

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  19. Rajani RehanaMay 13, 2022 at 8:32 AM

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  20. Rajani RehanaMay 13, 2022 at 8:32 AM

    Beautiful blog

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  21. Jocelyn is Canadian Needle NanaMay 14, 2022 at 9:28 AM

    Just caught up on your posts, Diann. Wow that sounds so awesome for you folks to be able to get together again. Enjoy that beautiful area!
    Lots of pretty stitching as always...love your flower hexies too for slow stitching. Yours are perfection.

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  22. chrisknitsMay 14, 2022 at 5:40 PM

    Hope you are having a wonderful time!

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