I didn't post last week as my progress
in walking with just a cane seemed to be an effort in my hip replacement therapy.
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Then I realized, it wasn't even a month! So now I'm feeling better about it all.
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I decided to post my favourite thing today as this quilt...It always is a hit when anyone who looks at my work and comes to this one....it's always, ohs and ahs as it's different from anything that
I've done.
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This was my friend Helen's magazine
that she had . From the moment I saw
this, I loved it. Of course I had to use
scraps as I was at the cottage at the time
so used up what I had there. Purple?
When did I ever think I'd do something
in this colour? But the result just is
so satisfying and it's my sweetie's
favourite quilt...so that's why it becomes
FTF for me!
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We left the cottage a month ago in the best of the season! The sun was shining, and all was well with the world.
.Helen and Derek were still there, they were closing up the following week. Most of the cottages were also closed as the weather was getting iffy, if you know
what I mean. Hurricane season brings
out crazy winds and storms, so we
closed with the help of Bob and Mary
and came home to plan my life after
surgery.
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Well, winter has come to our lake, there was snow over night and most of the schools in the area surrounding the lake are closed due to winter blizzards and icey roads.
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I'm doing much better with the cane each day. I still am amazed at the lack of any pain. Wonderful feelings as each day I slowly get back into my routines.
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I'm cooking most meals although my sweetie says that I do leave messes in "his" kitchen. Try cooking and walking with one hand on a walker, it's not easy. But he cleans up really well and appreciates that I am able to cook once again.
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Thanks for all your notes of encouragement and kindness. I feel loved by all my blogging buddies.
20 comments :
it will get easier week by week I bet! The wintry picture looks so pretty! I love the quilt and the colors in it.
Karen
http://karensquilting.com/blog/
Oh...your quilt is fabulous and your winter scene of the cottage is awesome. Did you get my package?
Glad you are getting around and sorry for neglecting you....
That is a beautiful quilt! I'm so happy for your progress:)
Really pleased to hear that your recovery is continuing, and you have no or very little pain, that is awesome.
Wow that quilt is so bright and cheerful, my favourite colour is purple but I haven't used it in quilting..yet!
I love the winter photo, but glad I'm not there, too cold!!
Sounds as though you are doing very well - I can understand your frustration, but it hasn't been very long after all. Keep on rockin'! That's a beautiful snowy scene.
Uh-oh...I think you just lost your title as Mistress of your Kitchen.
So glad to hear you're doing well and hopefully taking it easy still and not over doing it.
I love your quilt Nanci. The colours and layout are gorgeous.
I never cease to be amazed about the complete difference in your seasons. A month ago the lake still looked like summer and now it looks the opposite. Australia doesnt have such weather extremes,(at least not in my part of it ) so Im fascinated by yours.
Oh Nanci, I'm so happy to hear you are pain free!! What a wonderful thing modern medical science is!! You have been in my thoughts almost every day, though I am a horrible correspondent. I must admit, this quilt is one of my favorites of yours too :0)
Crispy
Well done, Nanci. Not even a month and you're up and around, albeit with a little assistance. I'll bet it feels good to be rid of the pain! Love your wonky quilt--the colors are great!
Nanci, I am so pleased you feel no pain. Must make such a difference to every day for you. Early days yet but sounds like you're doing very well with your recovery. the cottage looks amazing and the quilt is gorgeous. What was the name of the magazine. I'd love to make that one with my spots and stripes fabrics or even black and white?
It's a really cheery quilt. Wonderful photos. Hope that you're feeling much better.
So glad you are doing so well. Wonderful quilt and great pictures. Stay warm!!!
What a trooper! Love the quilt. It always amazes me that we overlook the content of our quilts. Simplicity is way under rate. A great lesson to all of us. Ummmmmm, back to the stick people.
Keep up the great recovery and stay indoors on the icy days.
That is a very unique quilt. I can see why it's a favorite thing.
Your progress sounds terrific. So glad you are doing well and have begun to enjoy a more normal routine.
It's good to hear that you are on the road to recovery!! I love the photo of your lake all snowy and icy! It's lovely. Much better, I'm sure, looking at it rather than being out in it!
What a beautiful quilt! I am so glad that you are feeling better. Each day will get better and better.
Micki
Hooray, I biked to work and back today (6 km) - how come you guys have more snow than us? I thought ocean climate makes for lots of snow??? At least that was always the excuse in Nova Scotia when I lived there... :) Yay for your path to betterment hip-wise!
Beautiful Quilt, but more importantly I am thrilled to hear that you are feeling better and getting on well with the cane. I can't imagine what it must be like to have a pain free hip.
You don't limp anymore Mom! Jerry can be our official "garnisher" and I am all for him cleaning up! he looks good in the kitchen.
Huntsville got dumped on big time...they canceled the sSanta Claus Parade!
Wonderful quilt! Lots of movement and color, very cheery. Hope its keeping you warm as you continue your recovery.
Beautiful quilt, nanci! Great FTF!
Glad to know your recovery is going well. Slow and steady is a good thing in this instance, isn't it? Happy Sunday! :o)
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