Nature Fighting Back?

Just glad I didn't get caught in this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFv2W7Duqiw&feature=player_embeddedth_spaceset02_free.jpg

Video of the Week

How little did he know that in 1969 he was predicting the future.

http://media.causes.com/604250?p_id=79965486&amp

Tip Of The Week

I'm a little late with Monday's tip so I am going to try and post a tip of the week but not necessarily always the same day of the week.


This weeks tip is about orginizing. I have to admit that several things have put my life in turmoil. Having to house two buisinesses as well as a home under one roof, you can imagaine how my household is out of control. There is absolutely no room for everything and everything is so disorganized it is difficult to keep track of everything.


So, this weeks tip is about getting organized. I have found that my computer files have become just as disorganized as my household. I ran across this site while surfing and thought I would share it with you. Take a look and see if it is something that can help you get organized.


http://springpadit.com/home

KOALA'S ASKING FOR WATER - TOO PRECIOUS

At 120 degrees in Australia, it was so hot for a week that koalas were asking people for water. It's never been seen before.

One went to a house to try to hide from the heat and get a bit of shade and here's what happened when the owner gave him something to drink. It's really cute.

"Until one has loved an animal, part of their soul remains unawakened."

Video of the week

Hero of the Day. This is so amazing I had to share it with you all.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofpYRITtLSg

Have a great day!

Tip of the week.

I've let myself get so busy with work I haven't been taking time to post here. I came across an idea I thought was interesting. Then I thought, why not share it with others.

Then I thought, why not carry it a bit further and try to bring you a tip of the week. So, I will do my best to find a new tip to share with you on Monday's.

This weeks tip is about getting out of a rut. It only takes 20 minutes. I have to admit that I thought it was silly to think that setting a timer for 20 minutes could do any good. Well, it not only gave me time to think about something other than work, it let me come up with this idea.

If you want to know more about the 20 minute techniqe to getting out of a rut, visit the link below. Give it a try and let us know how it worked for you.

http://makegreatstuff.com/getting-jump-started/

I hope you enjoy the tip this week. Now to set my timer and see what I can come up with for you next week.

Have a great quilty week!

Treasure Hunt In Full Swing

WOW, the treasure hunt just started yesterday and more than a hundred of you have already collected your clues. Hope you enjoyed the hunt and the pattern you earned. If you missed the invitation the other day, you can visit the hunt here http://www.anilee.net/island/island.html . Have a great day.

A Special Invitation

First I'd like to thank everyone who followed my train adventure and made comments along the way. I'm sure you didn't enjoy it as much as I did but, all you need do to experience the fun is take a train trip some day. I do think you will enjoy it.


I'd also like to invite you all to participate in our 24th Mystery Quilt Treasure Hunt. We opened our door to new designers for this hunt and are proud to present our Holiday Stroll pattern designed by Stephanie. It is a wonderful six part pattern designed to be used as a fall/winter decoration or given as a gift.

We have been hosting these hunts for almost 10 years. Hunters have had so much fun visiting shops and collecting clues to the Free Mystery Pattern. Gifts are also awarded both during and at the hunts conclusion.


To register and collect your free mystery pattern parts while qualifying for the gifts visit http://www.anilee.net/island/island.html for details.

Note: Information and emails you provide when you register are never used by anyone but us. They are used only for remembering the clues you register and notifying you if you have been chosen to receive one of the gifts being given away. You will not receive junk mail from us by registering.


I hope some of you will have the time to join us. Have a great day and Happy Quilting!

Train Trip part 21

Well, that was our train adventure. Yes, I would definitely do it again with a soft cushion of course. However, I do think it might be time for me to try and get over my fear of flying. Who knows, the next adventure you hear from me might be my first plane ride. I hope you enjoyed my story. Have a great day and take the train some day if you get the chance. It is worth trying. Time to get back to work now.

Train Trip part 20

Oh, I didn't mention, the trip out actually took 38 hours because our connecting train to Tacoma from Seattle was held up. Apparently it got stopped at the Canadian border where they had to take someone off. We never heard why they took them off. Anyone out there hear anything on the news about it. It would have been the 14th or 15th of September.

Train Trip part 19

Arriving in Mnpls. at 7:05 a.m. we were able to meet up with my daughter, her husband and a friend for breakfast. After breakfast we stopped at The Quiltworks in Minneapolis to pick up a roll of batting and some fabric (and other supplies). Then returned home to get busy at the quilt frame. I have many customers anxious for me to get caught up as quickly as I can. Hopefully before the Christmas rush.

Train Trip part 18

Got situated in our seats and visited and read until dinner time. Had another wonderful dinner. For the trip home, the train was quite full for most of the trip. Did not get to spread out to be more comfortable. Did I mention this was a 37 hour trip. The sitting was the hardest part of the trip. While a soft cushy for the tushie is a must, I think I just may have gotten over my fear of flying for long trips.

Train Trip part 17

I forgot to mention that my friends sister lives near Seattle so her husband brought her on thurs. and we spent the day at the docks and looking around the town there. She stayed with us the rest of the week. He picked us up at checkout time sun morn and gave us a tour of Tacoma where he grew up. Then we had lunch and they dropped us at the station to catch our train home.

Train Trip part 16

We were able to look around the area our last evening there and found many other hotels within walking distance. We may just try one of them out next time to see what they are like as well. We then finished our packing before hitting the sack. It was sad to say goodbye to all the new friends we made at the show but, it will also be nice to get back home and quilting again.

Train Trip part 15

Didn't care for the hotel restaurant food only because it was mostly seafood and I'm allergic. We did on our third night find a wonderful chinese restaurant 2 blocks away called the Shanghai House. OMG, the food and green tea was to die for. If you are ever in that area you really should check it out. We also ate there the next night so we could try more of the menu. Again, fabulous.

Train Trip part 14

As a side note, I should mention that we stayed at the Murano Hotel. It features a different piece of glass art and the artist on each of the 25 floors. I was able to get to each floor to take pictures and will feature them in some way at a later date. I am trying to figure out how to put them in a slide show. We did not get to visit the local glass museum but will next time.

Train Trip part 13

The next four days at the quilt show were fabulous. All three of my classes went exceptionally well. I thorougly enjoyed my students. They were all eager to learn, had great questions, and seemed to have a good time overall. I also enjoyed meeting many of the other teachers there. Cindy and her crew put on a wonderful show. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to take classes.

Train Trip part 12

Arriving at the station in Tacoma, we got our luggage in less than 10 mins. which is hardly ever lost I'm told, hailed a cab, and proceeded the few blocks to our hotel and checked in (cab fare $7.50). Our first task was to unpack and freshen up after the long trip. Then we proceeded to the convention center to get registered and receive our bags and class information. The bags were wonderful.

Train Trip part 11

Saw a report on the news about a lady who had to pay extra just to be able to sit with her two small kids. Guess what? The train doesn't charge extra for that. If multiple tickets are purchased together, seats are reserved and everyone in that p...arty are kept together when seated. Now on with the train saga.

The remainder of the ride was same o, same o. I would very much recommend traveling this way when and where train travel is available and time permits. You can take three 36"x36"x36" pieces of luggage checked and two 22"x22"x22" carry on bags (not including your purse, briefcase and laptop) at no extra charge. I would only recommend bringing a nice soft cushy for your tushy for long trips.

Train Trip part 10

Ate dinner the first night in the snack bar cafeteria. They take reservations for dinner and first class sleeper cars get first choice. Dinner in the dining car would have been 9:30 for us so we chose to get a sandwhich in the snack bar cafe. We did have dinner the next night in the dining car. That meal was just as good as breakfast. All in all I'd have to say the train food was GOOD!