Changes

Life changes rather expectedly or unexpectedly. Sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse. But through all of these changes there is quilting. It has been my shelter in many storms.....some little and some big. It has carried me through several location moves, through several job changes and a terrible divorce. And now it carries me through my mom's illness and recovery and through another job change.

Last Friday was something that I saw coming but was unprepared for. I changed jobs in March after being at Joann's for five years. There never was enough work to keep me busy but still the attorney took a chance and hired me. Most days I spent sitting at my desk doing nothing. Well, the attorney decided that he could no longer pay me to do nothing. So, I was let go. Now its back to the job search again. I dread looking for another job. I absolutely hate doing it, but do it I must.

My mom continues to improve. She has now been in the hospital for 5 weeks. She is on a ventilator but breathing on her own. She is still sedated and will be for a little while longer. Her pneumonia and MRSA are slowly getting better.

Thank goodness I have my quilting. It is keeping me sane at this point.

Tuesday

Mom continues to improve. Yesterday they took her Bipap machine off during the day (she only has to wear it at night now) and dismissed the kidney doctor from her case. I even got to talk to her on the phone. What a huge step for her.

My youngest son Spencer continues to be sick though. He has been diagnosed with colitis. It is a "no cause, no cure" condition that he will live with for the rest of his life. I'm waiting to hear how his doctor visit goes this morning.

I have finally picked got all the blocks done on my Orange Crush (Blueberry Crush) quilt. Now to put them all together. This one is for my niece Jennifer, who graduated from high school last year. I'm also trying to get the borders on the Carolina Crossroad (At the Crossroad) quilt for Stephi. She also graduated from high school last year. One of these days I will have time to finish them.

My mom's sister (Aunt Carol) is coming to visit for a week on Thursday night. I can't wait to see her and spend some time with her!

I met up with a high school friend on Saturday. Sally and I drifted apart due life and distance (me moving away from Orlando). We had a great visit and I hope that we can pick up where we left off.

I'm off to work. Have a great day!!!

Mom Update

Mom is improving! Her CO2 level is down and her kidneys are starting to function again!! She still has a way to go, but she is getting better. Thanks to all for your prayers.

I'm hoping soon that I will get back to work on quilty projects.