Pictures from Jelly Roll Challenge

Here are the rest of the pictures!!

My blocks for the Jelly Roll challenge.

Its hard to believe that we have finished 9 blocks already. I've posted very little the past few weeks, I've had a lot on my mind. My DH has a brain tumor and we have finally gotten to the point were he will start his radiation and chemo. He had the surgery at Johns Hopkins but will have all the treatments here in Delaware. He is fortunate in that he takes the chemo by pill. He is a very strong person and is ready for the fight. Back to the blocks, so far I have just used the Jelly Roll and its workiung out fine. I can't wait to get it all together, its been a fun project with a new block to do every 2 weeks.

I will show you the rest tomorrow

My BOARDWALK

I am sorry I forgot to take a before picture, the walkway was small dark red stone with 18" round red pavers. The stones were sooo annoying, always being kicked up and on the grass. It was difficult for mowing and just was not very attractive. Larry always wanted to change it but other things needed to be done. Our middle son Larry who lives in Virginia came up Memorial Day Weekend with his son Anthony and his friend Shaun to do a new walk. My daughter Patricia shoveled and picked up the gravel, about 50 feet, and redistributed it in the back yard along with the round pavers. She really worked hard and did a great job so when the boys came it was ready for them. 4 trips to Home Depot for the wood, 2 and 1/2 days work and I have my very own "Boardwalk" Brandon was a big help and is learning from his Uncle as he did from his Dad. It makes such a big difference, brightens up the whole entrance, so neat and trim. Thanks Guys you did an awesome job and I really appreciate it.

A Long Two Weeks

I'm back! Sure has been a long two weeks. My hubby's surgery on the 14th went extremely well. It helps that he had an awesome Dr--Michael Lim. Surgery on Fri, home on Sun. That was scary. Larry is amazing and has recouperated very well, chomping at the bit to drive, be independent etc. Keep your fingers crossed, we should get biopsy report today

Tue.sday I slipped on some water that was on my wooden floor, did a few stumbles and hit my back on my wood hutch. Ouch, I couldnt get up. Called for help, but no one knew how to get me up without hurting me more. I was soooo embarassed they had to call 911 to help. They had me up in a jiffy. I have two broken ribs on right side, just below the wing on my back. They do nothing for it, it must heal by itself. Boy it takes a long time. I have been reading posts but it has been hard to reach and type, but I am better. Missed talking to you all, but hopefully life calms down a bit

GO- Accuquilt

If you want one, really want one, go to Bejeweled Quilts by Barb.blogspot.com and enter to win one there. She has a fun way of entering and please mention my name when you go there. Have fun and Good Luck

Surgery today

Thank You to all of you that prayed for Larry and my family. Surgery was this morning and all went well. Dr Lim found no surprises and he will be fine. Bi opsies take 1 to 2 weeks. He woke in ICU about 5 1/2 hrs after surgery was started. Looked good, color was rosy and all his tests went well. Tested his strength arms & legs, reflexes, memory and motor skills and he passed with flying colors. If he stays as good , Larry will go to a regular room tomorrow around noon and come home Sunday nite. Wow, how scary in and out, and I have to become Nurse Cratchette!!! LOL

Prayers Needed

I've posted very little since mid March as that was when we found out DH Larry has a brain tumor. He has no physical signs, no headaches, no bleeds, it was found when he had an MRI for something else. He has had some more tests at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore and will have surgery there either this coming Friday the 14th or the 17th or 18th. We are waiting for a time. I have a sister that lives close by and she will stay in Baltimore with me and all 5 of our children will be there. I have a large family and a great support system. I also have very dear Friends right here in our community. You my wonderful blog friends I ask to pray for him as he is in Gods hands. I will let you know as soon as I am able.