Beyond Quilting

 Members have been sharing how they are keeping busy beyond quilting.

Getting outside is popular. Toni, Heather, Joyce, Rose Marie, and Kathy H report they are embracing winter. There is much walking, running, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, skating, and shovelling happening. More than one person said getting out keeps them sane. Elizabeth has been out with her grandchildren. Snowmen are fun to make. And they all visited the ice caves in Minto. Joyce reports they have even made a rink in front of their house on the Mactaquac Arm. And since New Brunswick has been doing well Covid-wise, Toni has been able to curl regularly.

Knitting and crocheting are also popular. Kathy A reports she has purchased 3 awesome knitting books full of great patterns written by two women from Newfoundland. They are Saltwater Mittens, Classics and Gifts. Kathy is working on gifts for next Christmas! 

Elizabeth loves being a grandmother and has been knitting and crocheting for her grandsons, and especially for her new grandson, Theo. He does not seem to object to the hat, booties and diaper cover.

Heather has also been knitting and crocheting. 

And look what Joyce has knit! 

Linda has made 2 baby blankets. She admits there are currently no babies in her life. Perhaps it is a case of "build it and they will come"?

Ethel has also been doing lots of knitting and Rose Marie has knit a sweater for a grandson’s 7^th birthday. They have also been doing jigsaw puzzles.

Marilyn, Ruth, and Melanie are in the same bubble, so they got together to make cookies. Looks like fun! Will there be a repeat for St. Patricks or Easter?

Rose Marie mentions having weekly trips to the library. I am sure she is not the only person doing lots of reading. Joyce has been playing bridge online with her regular people that she has played with for over 40 years. Ready for a chuckle? Here is the trophy they play for.

Toni agreed to be a homecare worker to help out a neighbour until she could find someone. It has worked out great – they discovered they have much in common and really enjoy each others company. There is a beaten path in the snow between their houses. Toni reports it is the best “job” she could have! Definitely sounds like more than a job. 

Susan F has been making Christmas gift tags. I think this craft room looks pretty interesting. . .

Elizabeth has been visiting her mom regularly. Many of us know her from guild meetings and we wish her well.

Linda has been making very special birthday cakes for her grandchildren. 

Debbi D reports her recovery is progressing well. She has graduated from a cast to a boot, so instead of using her scooter she can now walk around the house with a cane.