Rearranging and Organizing

For a while now my two youngest kids (the only two left home) have been trying to convince me to give up my craft studio / office; so that they each can have their own bedrooms.
Well yesterday we did it. They had assured me that that would do everything and I wouldn't have to "lift a finger". Ha!!
So now I have two happily separate teenagers; and one overly full but organized living room - craft studio - office.
But I can sit at my desk and watch television, lol.
I keep repeating to myself ... I will have my own room someday ... I WILL have my own room someday ... I will have my OWN ROOM someday ... I will have my own room SOMEDAY ...

I WILL HAVE MY OWN ROOM SOMEDAY!!!!

(with a longarm quilting machine in it, please).

TGIF

Today has been a crummy day; dh has been arguing with me all day. But I am off in my office/studio and am determined to get into a better mood. Playing my favorite playlist in itunes. Trying to fight off a headache.
Things I have been up to lately:
Been to the DAV Auxiiliary meeting this week.
Went bowling last night with my second son, his wife and daughter.
Been working on my 2 year old granddaughter's Denin Cathedral Window Princess quilt; got 2 rows done and ready to attach to the main part of the quilt; and 2 more rows ready to be joined together.
Had a crazy amount of birthdays this month:
My middle daughter turned 21; my oldest son turned 25; my youngest daughter turned 16; my second grandaughter turned 2.
Also it was the birthday month for my sister-in-law, two aunts, cousin, and a brother.
Personally life seems to be transitioning again; as I move from place to place [sometimes physically, but more often moving emotionally or in life decisions.

More about Uncle Robert "Bob" Norris

Here is Uncle Bob's obituary:


Robert Norris
July 12, 1926 - Jan. 20, 2010
ASHLAND - Robert Norris, 83, of New London, died Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at Hospice of North Central Ohio in Ashland. On July 12, 1926, Robert was born to the late Noble Richard and Nora Elva (nee Moore) Norris in Harrisville Twp. Robert served his country with honor in the Army while stationed in Germany during World Word II. Robert was a machinist and he worked for Leece Neville in Cleveland, the Permold in Medina and a machine shop in Greenwich. While living in Santee, SC, Robert and his wife, Wilma, managed a Best Western. Robert and Wilma were business oriented; together they owned White City Truck Stop in Sullivan, the Nova Corner Store and Bob’s Village Restaurant in New London. His patriotism continued after his military service, Robert worked at a Veterans Hospital in SC and was a proud member of the VFW. Survivors include his daughter, Treva (Jack) Novotny of New London; grandchildren, Tina Marie (Jim) DeLambo and Thomas R. (Becky) Reed, Jr. and 7 great grandchildren, Tony and Mandy DeLambo, Christopher, Robert "Cole", Trevor, Aaron and Austin Reed. He is also survived by his brother, Zeke Norris of Elyria and sisters, Sheila and Bobbie Norris. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma Jean Rice; brothers, Willard, George, Dave and Noby Norris and sister, Nancy Hiltebrenner. Friends and family will be received from 2 – 4 p.m. and 6 – 8 p.m. on Friday, January 22 at Eastman Funeral Home, 200 W. Main St., New London. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the New London Alliance Church, 4625 St. Rte. 162 W, with Pastor Doug Lang officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Greenwich.In memory of Robert, donations can be sent to Hospice of North Central Ohio, 1050 Dauch Dr., Ashland, OH 44805. Expressions of sympathy may be given at: www.eastmanfuneralhome.com.

This is from online at: http://www.norwalkreflector.com/articles/2010/01/21/news/obituaries/doc4b5875e29eb3e342742662.txt

Isabell Newberry

My step-grandma passed away right before Christmas. Isabell MacMillan Newberry died in Portsmouth, Ohio. I will post more details soon.

Robert Norris passed away

My great uncle Robert Norris passed away a couple weeks ago in northeastern Ohio. He was the son of Noble Norris and Nora Moore. I will post more of the details later.

Cricut Cartridge Master List

These are all the Cricut cartridges that I currently own: updated as of 16 Feb 2010

50 States
Animal Kingdom
Basketball
Cuttin' Up
Dreams Come True
Fabulous Finds
George and Basic Shapes
Going Places
Home Accents
Jasmine
Jubilee
Learning Curve
Makin' the Grade
Mickey and Friends
My Community
My World
New Arrival
Paper Doll Dress Up
Plantin SchoolBook
Pooh and Friends
Printing Press
Simply Sweet
Spongebob Squarepants
Stand and Salute
Street Sign
Stretch Your Imagination
Walk in my Garden

New Grandson

My newest grandson arrived a few days early on Setpember 1st; little Timothy Andrew was 7 lbs., and 15 oz. He is healthy, happy and beautiful. He and his mom are doing good.