Happy New Year Friends -

Wow, 2010! I wonder how long it’s going to take me to remember to write 10 instead of 09. It’s a challenge, isn’t it?

“Hope” seems to be a word I’ve been thinking about this New Year. Hope for a better year than last - Hope for peace and an inner joy for myself, for others, and for our country and our world - Hope for our children and grandchildren (Diane has a new baby grandson) - Hope for those who have lost all hope, and there are many - Hope for good health - Hope to be able to change the things I can, to be able to accept the things I can’t, and wisdom to know the difference. - Hope that Spring will come soon. I have a stirring desire to work in the garden. However, till that happens, I’m busy and happy in my sewing room, getting samples for clubs and classes ready.

I hope you’ve had a wonderful Christmas and start of the New Year. Enjoy the beauty of this time of year; the sun sparkling on the snow, the snowstorms that leave the trees flocked in splendor, the sight of a cardinal against the snow or the eagles.

Have fun with your sewing projects and remember, we enjoy seeing your creations.

Till next month, remain hopeful.