The Blustery Day

I just love the Pooh episode called The Blustery Day.  When I was outside today, I felt like Piglet and Pooh being blown around.  The wind was strong all day long.  It really howled. I heard that it was a sustained wind of at least 35 mph.   It made me think of the winds across the plains.  You know they said in the olden days, people used to go crazy because of the nonstop howling wind.  I can see it happening.  When we lived on the farm, it seemed that the wind blew all the time.  Not strong winds but just breezes.  Wind just kind of drives you crazy.  I hate to have wind blowing in my ears.

Today Steve went "jerky" hunting.  He went up to the cousins' in Lockwood.  He did not get a shot at anything.  He did have to hike to his stand.  It wore him out today.  After leaving the stand, he went to see the deer the others shot.  Noah got a big ole buck.  Way to go, Noah!!  He stayed and visited for a while and then headed home.  His plan is to head up towards Golden City tomorrow morning to hit the stand again.  You know we brought him a new set of coveralls.   He said they were so warm today.  They tighten on the top of his boots with a lining.  They have a turtleneck upper lining.  He said he actually got hot.  I was thrilled to hear that.  I was nervous that he would be an ice cube when he finally made it to the truck.  It was a good investment.  I wish I could explain to you how happy my heart is because he is hunting again.  I see it as steps towards getting the old Steve back.  I know it takes a toll on him, but he seems so happy that he is doing it too.  I love the way his eyes sparkle when he tells me his hunting stories.  I learned a long time ago, that sometimes he exaggerates, so I just smile and keep my giggles inside.  We are so blessed!

When I got home from Carthage, he was resting.  I picked up a McRib for his lunch.  We watched the rest of the Missouri/Texas game.  Mizzou pulled it out for a victory.  I was soooo happy.  The first victory over Texas in years!  We only need one more victory to be bowl eligible.  I have faith that we will win at least one more game.  It was a lazy afternoon for us after the game was over.  We watched some of other games between naps.  Steve got rested and is watching the LSU game as I post.  My guess is he will be sleeping soon.  4:30 comes quickly.

Betty and I had a wonderful time in Carthage.  We went to the quilt store called Block by Block.  It was a cute store, not really big, but not small either.  They had a nice selection of fabric, books, and notions. I purchased the material to finish the Christmas present.  I also picked up some 4th of July fabric to make a table runner.  It was on sale, so how could I go wrong?  After shopping, we went to Wendy's for lunch.  It was a short trip, but actually just the right size since Betty was starting to get tired.  We came home on Route 66.   I have such a good time with Betty.  I am sure blessed to have a friend like her.  She told me some stories about Birl and her after the war.  I love to hear those stories.  I wish I knew her when she was younger.  She was probably a feisty thing.   I'll go Monday and Tuesday to see her again.    She wants me to help her with the computer at the home.  She wants to send a few emails.

I finished one of the Christmas presents I have been working on.  I can't post a picture encase the person that I made it for reads.  You never know.  I should break 8,000 hits this week.  Unbelievable!!!!  I have already started on the next present.  I was just scatterbrained today while I sewed.  I couldn't concentrate on the little things, so I quit early and came to post.  I was watching a Dirty Harry movie:  The Enforcer.
Boy, I love Dirty Harry.  The Enforcer is not my favorite, but it is the one that popped up on the CD I put in.  I don't have a television in my "sewing" room.   I watch movies on my computer.  Like I have mentioned before, I usually watch chick flicks while I sew.  I was just in a Dirty Harry mood tonight.  He is just one cool cat.  I love the 70s music and the stereotypes of the characters.  It is hard to believe that Clint Eastwood is a wonderful director now.  I will probably sew in the morning while Steve hunts.

I got a call from the Quilt Sampler today.  The class that I was going to take next Sunday afternoon has been cancelled.  I am bumming.  I have already purchased the special ruler and the book.  I guess I will have to tackle it by myself.  I'll keep you posted on how endeavor goes.  I probably will not start it until I get all the presents finished.  It might be a snow day project.

As I predicted earlier, Steve is sleeping now.  I am going to stop and watch the rest of the LSU game.  That is if I don't fall asleep first.