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| haircut Oct 2021 OK, I finally did it! It's been almost 2 years since I've had a haircut and it was getting pretty long. I have to say that it was easy to pull back into a ponytail every day, but I'm not sure that is good for your hair. Anyway, I bit the bullet and had it all cut off Friday. And it was good to see the gal that cuts my hair. She lives in the Hill Country of Texas, so only comes in to take appointments one week each month. I was lucky to catch her in last week. ************************* Also I finished my pandemic quilt and am almost finished my Hawaiian one. This is a picture of the Hawaiian one. Bought the fabric right after we returned from visiting our son in Oahu... but hadn't gotten around to putting it together until now. Almost finished quilting it... then there's just the binding left to do.   Had to show you the backing... as it took me a while to find backing that reminded me of the ocean. This is what I chose. **************************** That's about all I have today. DH and I did take a walk around the neighborhood Saturday morning. It's been in the 60's early in the day lately... so we walk before the temp starts climbing. We did find a tiny young snake (about 6 inches long) on the sidewalk. DH thought he was dead... but apparently he was just 'sunning' himself as when I touched him, he started wiggling. I picked him up and put him in the grass so he wouldn't dry up in the sun (but I'm not sure he appreciated the gesture - as he was flipping his little tail like the cats used to do when they were angry). ***************************** (oh,.. update on flu shot : didn't even feel the nurse give it... and no sore arm!) ****************************** Life (and the pandemic)  Don't know why I'm posting more than usual lately, but perhaps I'm making up for the days I didn't... or for the days to come when I might not. Hope you're having a good weekend! Hugs (virtual), Rian |
This blog is meant to be a documentation of our journey into the world of retirement. I know the title should be "Older, but wiser". However, I really didn't know if that would be accurate. The "Older, but better...?" title could also be misleading. The 5 cats in the above pics are: Molly, Rose, Tux, Julie, and Ghost. (I have tried to make this collage smaller, but with no luck...)
Your quilt is gorgeous - and the back is definitely oceanic.
ReplyDeleteI am hanging out for a haircut when our lockdown is lifted - in perhaps another fortnight.
The quote is true of the pandemic - and of life more generally. Should is a word that too many of us use to whip ourselves.
Have a great week.
EC, I've often thought that "should" is appropriate only for children and for our own personal selves... and not for other adults... since we seldom know what is going on in their lives and/or minds.
DeleteCute haircut and I am sure you feel much better. I have had one since pandemic but need another one badly. You have inspired me.
ReplyDeleteGot tickled about the snake flipping his tail like a cat.
That little snake was not happy with me moving him, but he was on the sidewalk and in the sun...
DeleteLovely quilts. How will they be used? Are they gifts? When I used to do needlework or sewing and I looked at an old object, it certainly brought back the memories.
ReplyDeleteThe Hawaiian one pictured is a gift. The pandemic one (pictured in an earlier post) was just a way to use up fabric scraps. Don't know what I'll do with that one.
DeleteRian I laughed at the little snake story too, I hope it knows you're kind with critters! Your haircut and Hawaiian quilt look great too. I was thinking of you yesterday when Tom's Sixty blog was talking about hobbies--I'm glad you responded to it, you're one of the craftiest people I know. :^)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dug, I'll take that as a compliment... crafty can have other meanings. But I know what you mean.
DeleteThe quilt is lovely, as others have stated. Perfect for an ocean theme. :-)
ReplyDeleteHurrah for your haircut! I've had a few trims, but essentially have been letting it grow. I don't want to have a short bob again, so don't know what to do with it. When I feel comfortable, I'll go to a stylist (not my long-time one, I need a second, unbiased opinion) and see what they suggest.
Our flu shots are not yet available, but I will be getting mine asap! Take care!
I enjoyed having my hair long for a bit... but too much trouble to wash and dry. Glad to have it short again. Hope you find a style you like.
DeleteAnd hope your flu shots are available soon!
Your haircut looks great! And the quilt is quite wonderful, too. I recently stepped on a garter snake that was sunning himself, but he scurried off quickly. :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks, DJan. I don't know about wonderful... but it does feel better. And I hope my little snake remained safe in the grass.
DeleteDear Rian and Friends, it's been about 20 years since my last haircut - and having to deal with a curling iron 1st thing in the morning. Haven't missed going to the hair butcher, and their outrageous perm prices, for even two seconds.
ReplyDelete20 years! And I was complaining about going without a haircut for 2... And yes, prices have certainly risen... but no curling irons, perms, or coloring for me.
DeleteYour little poster: Ain't that the truth!
ReplyDeleteLove the haircut, ditto the quilts.
Yes, at some point we do have to let go...
Deleteyour hair looks GREAT, i like short hair. mine is short, styled a little differently but i like yours.
ReplyDeletethe backing for your quilt is really perfect, it is a beautiful fabric. i try to post something every day...when we were taking day and weekend trips it was easier!!
I like that backing too... almost more than the front (ha!) and it does remind me of Hawaii.
DeleteYour selfie looks great. I've allowed my hair to grow as well and have decided to leave it that way at least for the time being.
ReplyDeleteLove the quilt, the backing is perfect. Will you use it, or is it a gift for a lucky someone?
Take care, stay well.
The quilt will be a gift for our son and his wife who showed us a wonderful time while visiting them on Oahu.
DeleteI've realised that life can only be lived one day at a time, wish I'd realised a long time ago.
ReplyDeleteLove the colours of that quilt.
Briony
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Yes, Briony, I too try to remember that...
DeleteYour hair cut looks really pretty. I'm tempted to do the same especially with this broken wrist. :( Your quilt is beautiful and I like the fabrics you picked for the backing; the colors certainly look like beautiful ocean colors.
ReplyDeleteOh, Henny, I had to go back and see what I'd missed... when you mentioned your broken wrist here. Poor you... and poor Ellie. Who would have thought she'd run smack into you. Guess she expected you to catch her... like a kid. I've had my granddaughter do the same in an airport and luckily I didn't fall over (but almost did). Sending lots of hugs for healing to both of you.
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