Playtime

Happy Thursday friends~Just wanted to share some fun times that Hunter is having with Petrol. I am so thankful that they get along and play well together. Petrol seems to have settled in and although she follows me everywhere, she is being pretty nice to Hunter. Yesterday afternoon, the dogs got into a play frenzy-they did several laps around the yard and then brought their wrestling match inside where it was air conditioned. Their playtimes begin so quickly that I've been using my phone to try to get photos-I apologize for the blurriness.  I'm thinking maybe I do need to go to one of the DogBlog conferences to learn how to get better action shots.

Since hubby left yesterday on a golf trip, the dogs are good company for me. Petrol is as good of a watchdog as Hunter is and it makes me feel pretty secure, except when someone comes to the front door around 9:00 p.m. I can tell you that I was glad there were two barking dogs, although small, they were on alert. I didn't answer the door and didn't even go up to the living room; just kept quilting away. I'm off to walk and then bike, hopefully we will do 8 miles today. Each day is getting a little longer and if we can get out before it is really hot, I'm happy. The rest of the day will be busy as well; I'm hoping in the evening to bloghop.
Have a great day filled with gratitude for all the blessings in your life.
Noreen & Hunter

Another Great Book

Tracie Peterson has done an award winning job writing the second book in her Land of Shining Water series. Tracie is one of my all time favorite authors and this series is right up there on top, in my humble opinion.  With having a busy life, I love picking up books that whisk me away to another time and place.  The Quarryman's Bride is the story of an engaged couple, deeply in love, that face a family tragedy and the hardship ends their engagement.  The story is filled with authentic compromises that young woman would have faced during the late 1800's.  Tracie weaves scripture and biblical principles throughout her stories; another thing I love about her writing.  For so many of you, summer ushers in a very busy time; however if you find you might have a chance to pick up a book-say to read during sports activities or nap time, by all means find this new book.  I am so glad to know that book three will be released in August.  I always feel like I've spent time with a good friend when I read Tracie's books. I love her graphic descriptions of the land and its hardships, as well as its beauty.
I would like to thank Bethany House for the privilege of participating in their Book Review program.  I received this book, free of charge, for my honest review.

I'm off walking again this morning as well as a bike ride~we will ride at least 5 miles, unless I can talk Kam into more.  For many of you who happen to think I'm in such good shape or so dedicated, well thank you for the compliment.  However, I must say I am not in good shape, at all, and feel that I have to ride to try and get back into shape.  The older I get, the harder it is to stay in shape.
Blessings on your day today!
Noreen & a very tired Hunter

Our Wee Bonny Lass

Yesterday hubby and I ran out to Carrie's house; hubby needed to work on a project with the boys, so I took the opportunity to go out to help with Miss E.  She is just so small and cute-makes you want to hold her all day.  I did finally let hubby have a few minutes with her, but it was hard to let go.  The family has decided she looks like her older brother, Mr. B.  All I know is that, like the rest of the babies, I can't get enough of her.
This morning I joined Kam and went on a walk; choose to leave Hunter at home with Petrol, lest Petrol get into some trouble.  I also think they are playing enough that Hunter doesn't need the walk.
After the walk, Kam and I went on a 5 mile bike ride; we had enough breeze to make it pleasant and hope to ride every day during the week. I'm thinking that once we master the 5 mile ride, I will increase it to the 8 mile ride and then we will eventually work up to the 13 mile ride.  Maybe my "jello" legs will firm up, if we ride as much as I'd like to. 
Now, I am home and sweaty, after I jump in the shower I will begin working on my lesson for Friday.
Did anyone watch the Premier of Under The Dome last night?  I'm anxious to hear what others think about it.  One thing is certain, there are no good shows on t.v. during the summer.  Most of the summer shows we watch won't be airing until mid-July.
Hope you have a great day!
Joy to you~
Noreen & Hunter

Hunter and Petrol

 

This week our daughter and her gang are going to the mountains; we volunteered to take their Miniature Schnauzer for their getaway. Petrol and Hunter get along but haven't been together this much, so it will be interesting. Petrol has the temperament of a typical terrier-meaning she has a bit of attitude and Moxie. Hunter isn't a scrapper, as I've shared before, and it will be interesting to see how they adjust. Petrol is very small for a mini-Schnauzer, which makes it nice for Hunter. Getting photos on their level was nearly impossible, in fact it was difficult to get pictures period.  Here are some pictures of their first hour together.

 

 

 

I hope this is the fun that they'll have the entire week; one thing I know for sure is that both dogs will be tired. Last night we had neighbors over and Bentley came too; so by the end of the evening Hunter was bushed. Our weekend was good~we went on a 13 mile bike ride and this morning I walked 4 miles with another friend.
I've got the pattern for quilting drawn out on the quilt top and hope to get it pinned today-maybe if I put the dogs outside.  My hubby leaves on Wednesday for another golf trip which means I get to do whatever my heart desires-this will include having friends over, reading, quilting and a relaxed time.
I hope you had a wonderful weekend and that your day and week is starting off on a positive note.
Blessings to you~
Noreen & Hunter

The Baby Quilt

 

Good Morning Friends~I hope you had a great afternoon yesterday; the concert at the lake last night was fine, it was supposed to be Swing(not)but it was such a pretty evening to sit and enjoy our small town. Earlier in the afternoon, our oldest and her kiddos stopped by, so this Nana could see the baby. I got to hold her, she is still so very tiny and delicate, almost like a flower. I showed my girl the quilt top and she thought it was so sweet that the outside border is some material from the last baby quilt I made for Miss E's sister Miss A. I decided that I will quilt daisies on it because the back fabric is tan, with Daisies and also the centers are pink and tie into the front. The focal fabric I had found several years ago is so cute and the pattern I was using was going to make the quilt too big, so I opted to keep it crib size. Which means it will get done sooner-yippee! I have one Daisy pattern but it is small so need to hunt one down. I wasn't going to post the pic of the front yet but decided I might as well. I'm off to bible study this morning and then tonight we have my Kim and her kiddos over for a bbq. I hope you have a wonderful day today and fabulous weekend.
 Hugs,
Noreen & Hunter

It's Thursday again; tell me where do the days go?  We had a good day yesterday, after trying to get spit out of a baby.  I will say my girl reminded me that Mr. L has been diagnosed with Colitis, but the test will help determine if it is from food allergies or if it is from an ulcer-tell me please how a baby can get this!
Hubby and I went on a 13 mile bike ride yesterday morning, then he went to the golf course and I did some reading.
We also took Hunter on a short walk last night.
Today is another day filled with errands, lunch with a friend and hopefully seeing my new granddaughter-a nana does need to see her at least once a week, don't you think. We also have the weekly concert at the lake tonight; we always pack a small dinner and the weather will be just perfect for it.
I hope you have a wonderful day today.
Joy, Noreen & Hunter

Happy Wednesday

Good Morning To You~I hope  you are enjoying a nice summer's day in your part of the world. 
This morning, bright and early, I headed to my youngest girl's house to help out.  Her youngest child, Mr. L, has some physical issues and at 8 mos he has to have a few more tests; it is testing for his digestion due to a possible case of Colitis.  We had to collect a vial of saliva from him-have you ever tried to get an 8 mos old baby to drool or spit.  It took us close to an hour to collect about an inch worth in the vial.  My poor girl is so tired from a cranky baby who fussed a lot during the night; she thinks he is teething but couldn't give him anything due to the test.  Let's just say there were several fiascoes this morning during our gathering.  If it wasn't so difficult on her, with her hubby away in Europe this week, we'd be laughing about it; well maybe not today but later on, after the samples are mailed out.  Hopefully this will alleviate the need for the little guy to go into Children's Hospital for more invasive tests. 
The rest of the day will be relaxed; hope to layer the quilt today and start hand stitching. 
Our weather is forecast to be in the 80's; we did have a Tornado Warning yesterday but it never materialized here, but Denver International Airport had one.  It didn't do any damage but sure makes you get prepared mentally and physically, just in case.
Here's hoping you have a wonderful, joy-filled day.
Hugs, Noreen