Earlier this week, while the weather was comfortable, I have made progress on the "deep clean" in my house. All the bedding including quilts, has been washed, and all the furniture moved for cleaning. I will admit that the furniture is not moved that often, and a clean usually happens "around" it! But in preparation for retreats, which start again next week, after a 2 month
But I have come to a halt, although there is still some to be done. The weather has gone downhill, and today the temperature reached 45deg C!!! I was thinking that was about 108 on the old scale, but did a "google" for a conversion, and suddenly felt hotter when it said 113deg!!!!!!!! I am so very blessed that I can work inside, and don't know how anyone can manage to be outside in those temperatures. I know we are so spoiled these days with our airconditioners. And if you read Michele's blog you will read about the big bike race in our state capital this week, and the heat they are participating in!
There was a visit to town, by DD2 and family, and it was lovely to catch up with them. There has not been much quilting happening, but quite a bit of fabric cutting and instruction writing, ready for the next Mystery retreat in February. I have loaded a large custom quilt, and made some progress today.
And the low of the week is the news from Melbourne of the passing of DD3's mother in law, at the young age of 66 years. It has been a 6 month journey since her diagnosis last July of that horrid "C" word. A lovely lady who will be sadly missed, and sadly, 6 weeks before the arrival of "Bro". Words cannot convey our feelings. I found a photo in the files of DD3 and her 2 mums, which was taken at the engagement party 3 years ago.
That's it for now, it's time to finish off and tidy the desk, ready for another day tomorrow.
Blessings, From Jude
6 comments:
So very sad and such a shame she didn't get to meet the new arrival. I recall Larry's Dad was in the final stage of life (at the tender age of 57)....all he ever wanted was a red headed grand-daughter and little did we know that was what we were going to have. He passed away just after she was born - so sad they they miss out on a such a special time of our lives. Lots of love to everyone affected by this loss (love your hair by the way in that photo!) xx
So sad... prayers heading your way and dd's family too... xx
Sad time for your daughter and SIL, so hard to loose a loved one, when your expecting your first child. Hope the air conditioner kept up at your place in this terrible heat? We had ours fixed and it was almost too cold. But it did not cope at all yesterday, it was 30 C inside! I did some cutting yesterday, so hopefully being under 40 today the air conditioner copes and I can do some sewing. Very impressed with your cleaning regime. I have slowly been sorting a few cupboards, but need to clean windows also!
Sorry to hear about the loss of DD3's mother-in-law. Yes, the heat has been horrific and still very muggy here this morning. Our weather station reached 42.7 & that was enough. The cooler was struggling to keep inside under 27 & it was still in the high 30's outside when we went to bed at 10.30pm after losing the one-day cricket. Don't overdo the cleaning till it's cooler, just baby steps for now. Take care.
It’s amazing how motivated we become to “Clean The House “ when guests are expected. A great job! Extreme temperatures would have had you outside watering, just as well you are an early riser. So sad for DD3 & SIL not to have baby Bro’s grandmother here for his arrival, but she will be watching from heaven.
Sad time for your daughter and her family...... Hugs
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