We're back!

Both my lack of sewing posts and blog comments for the last two weeks are due to a very welcome escape from the toasty Texas summer we’re experiencing this year.  Our travels took us to Alaska where we enjoyed temperatures in the 40-60 degree range.  We saw hump back and orca whales; dolphins; eagles; black and grizzly bears; glaciers; moose; caribou; rain (lots and lots of rain); snow-peaked mountains with goats and sheep; harbor seals; and sled dogs in training for the Iditarod.  We experienced flying in a float plane (I was white knuckled the whole way), sight seeing from a domed train and tendering to shore because the cruise ship could not tie up at port.  Oh, yes, I also managed quick stops at three quilt shops, and am anticipating the arrival of a package from one of them. 

Our bank account is a good deal lighter and our bodies quite a bit heavier. 

During the bus ride from the airport Friday, someone checked the local news and reported that our area experienced its 61^st 100 degree day this summer with the coming week’s forecast for seven more days of the same. 

The bags are unpacked and stowed away.  The laundry is almost done.  So, I am ready to start sewing again!