It is December 6, Pearl Harbor day and the day that my dear husband's ashes were laid to rest at Arlington Cemetery. After a long and sometimes difficult journey, I am now on a new path. It is good to have all of the services, memorials, etc. done and with this time of year of renewal and promise, what better time to rededicate one's life to a purpose of earnest endeavor. We are in the process of decorating the store for the holiday and look forward to sharing our time and energies with everyone.

New to the shop is a wonderful collection from Red Rooster called Margarita. 29 pieces of lovely pink, blues and greens. I am working on a project that will use all of the pieces and will make a wonderful bed quilt. Also a great new collection from Robyn Pandolph and her final collection from South Seas called Sweet Dreams. You really must see this one, the pinks are so reminiscent of Folk Art Wedding. We had received Country Roads several weeks ago while Robyn was visiting. We were both so disappointed in the quality of the fabric. I sent it back, called the president of South Seas and expressed my displeasure and Robyn reminded me that that is why she left South Seas. I really could not sell this fabric with any enthusiasm and don't think that you missed much.

The girls in the shop are really working hard getting things ready for a "new look" for 2007 at Nutmeg Lodge. We will be starting a few new things and everything for a new year is looking bright and shiny.

With the rising gas prices, I want to remind everyone that we do a great online business and phone business. If you feel you can't make the trip to the shop, then by all means, email from the web site and/or call the shop and we will process your order right away.

This week begins our Christmas celebrations with each of our Clubs. If you belong to one or more, we look forward to seeing you . If you don't belong to a club, now is the time to choose and signup. Happy Quilting--Barbara