We find ourselves coming up on week 17 of the Sewcialites Sew Along hosted by Fatquarter Shop and Kimberly Jolly. These are the two most recent blocks I have made, week 15 "Genuine", designed by Lori Holt, and week 16 "Friendship", designed by Carrie Nelson.
I tell you, that block 16 had me reaching for my seam ripper quite a few times. I went into it full of confidence because after all, it is flying geese, my favorite block unit. But I had some issues getting the seam intersections to line up properly.
Look what greeted me when I looked out my window on Monday morning! We only get snow rarely, but here we are. Brrrrrr. It is way colder than this girl likes it. And yes, those are our Christmas lights. Someone hasn't gotten around to taking them down yet. We are supposed to get more snow this week, which I am hoping I won't have to drive in.
Look who got a COVID-19 vaccine! My sister took our dad in for his on Sunday afternoon. They are giving the injections in the underground parking structure of our medical clinic. Dad, being 95, is one of the first people I know to get one. He was extremely excited to get it. He says they had to wait in a line for about 45 minutes, but he had his wheelchair so he was good. The injection did not hurt and he has had no after-effects of any kind. So that is all excellent. I tried to schedule an appointment for myself, but it turns out I am not old enough. lol
Hope you are all having a great week!
I’m glad your dad got his first vaccination. It does pay to be old! I’ve gotten my first, second appointment is a little over 2 weeks..
Your blocks look great!
Posted by: Kathy Czuprynski | January 26, 2021 at 04:35 AM
I’m glad your dad got his first vaccination. It does pay to be old! I’ve gotten my first, second appointment is a little over 2 weeks..
Your blocks look great!
Posted by: Kathy Czuprynski | January 26, 2021 at 04:35 AM
In Pennsylvania, I qualify at Age 65 - except there are no vaccines available.
Posted by: Mary | January 26, 2021 at 04:44 AM
YAY for your Dad!!! Your blocks look great!
Posted by: Kelli | January 26, 2021 at 04:50 AM
Hooray for your dad getting his first vaccination! The flying geese block is not one I've seen before. Your points are beautiful!
Posted by: Juliana Ellington | January 26, 2021 at 06:26 AM
I'm so happy to see your dad received his first vaccine! We're over 70 & were able to get our first dose on 1/7, so the second one happens this Thursday! 'Genuine' is an interesting block & your points look great on 'Friendship'! Stay well!
Posted by: Jan | January 26, 2021 at 06:35 AM
I saw and liked both of those block designs! You’ve done up Carrie’s in one of my all time favorite fabrics—that Toasty color is hard To find.
Glad your Dad got the vaccine! I had a little headache with the first and soreness with both, but am thrilled to have gotten it. My parents are in their 80s but haven’t gotten an appointment yet. Very frustrating for a lot of folks.
Posted by: Annie O | January 26, 2021 at 07:55 AM
Your blocks look pretty and perfect. I haven't been able to get a vaccine yet. Basically feel like a prisoner in my house. We aren't going anywhere. Wish we could see an end to this COVID crisis. Take care and be well and safe.
Mary
Posted by: Mary Kastner | January 26, 2021 at 07:56 AM
1) your snowy yard looks like a book cover
2) YAY DAD!
oh, we figure we won't get access to a covid shot b4 late fall. lots of people more in need than us.
I've accepted the fact that 2021 will be spent at home. :( stay warm!
Posted by: Ina | January 26, 2021 at 10:09 AM
I am beyond thrilled to see your father get his COVID shot. I lost my 93 year old mother two weeks ago from that very thing. We found a place to get ours on Feb. 9 but are worried they will run out before then. I read a wonderful book called The Forgiving Kind by Donna Everhart. I thought of you while reading it and thought that you might like this author. I loved her style of writing so ordered a couple more of hers. Check her out if you are not familiar with her.
Posted by: Nancy Watkins | January 26, 2021 at 11:12 AM
I’m glad your dad didn’t have any side affects. I received my first shot Monday ( they did a mass clinic at the high school for our school district staff and teachers.) I have a very sore arm and a headache. We had a remote school day today because of 7 inches of snow and 40 mph winds. We get the second shot in February and the next day will be a remote learning day because most people get a fever with the second shot. Over 220 people got the shot so we wouldn’t be able to staff in person learning. I love your blocks.
Posted by: Dianne | January 26, 2021 at 06:04 PM
Who would believe we would get so much snow! I'm a California girl too and don't get any snow in my area, but it sure is cold! Glad your dad is doing well and has his vaccine. I joke with my older friends that I won't qualify for a vaccine until summer :(
Posted by: Anita | January 28, 2021 at 10:51 AM