I'm coming to on the road again...
Thursday was a long day of driving... the sunrise was pretty, a gas stop close to lunchtime was near a small museum that had a couple barn quilts, a sod house and two sculptures made of barbed wire. The day was wrapped up with the opportunity to drive through Omaha in a severe thunderstorm with a tornado warning, lightning, thunder and torrential rain! We arrived safely at our hotel in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Friday was a shorter day of driving and much less eventful... dare I say, boring! I had ample time to get add all of my red hexies to my RSC project...
I spent a little time hand-quilting the teal quilt and plan to continue it on the return trip.
We made a short drive to Waukegan and Lake Michigan on Saturday morning. The wind was cold!
The service for our brother-in-law was so special. He touched many lives and the turnout was a true testimony of his character, kindness and generosity. The time with family is always interesting and entertaining... and the fun continues with a gathering today, Sunday afternoon.
Here's a fun video that describes our time in Illinois. 💗 Family! I dare you to not tap your toes as you listen. ;)
Keep Piecing,
Melva
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Fun vid!!! I'm glad you got to be there with your family, Melva. Thanks for sharing everything you went through to get there!
ReplyDeleteI'm impressed with how much sewing you are able to do on a road trip. Took amount to enjoy the Family video. Such fun and a good reminder of how we can't choose our family, but can feel enjoy them even through the struggles.
ReplyDeleteGlad you made it safely through the stormy weather and were able to attend your BIL's service.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are safely where you needed to be and enjoying this (although bittersweet) time with family. Aren't those Great Lakes amazing? Safe travels, Melva!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for the reason of your trip, but glad you made it through the storms.
ReplyDeleteThat lake seems like an ocean - it is huge! glad you could be there for your family
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful sunset photo! You certainly had an exciting drive! Glad you are safe! I love stitching on the road. Your project is really coming along, stitch by stitch. My condolences on the loss of your brother-in-law. He sounds like a wonderful person. The “Family” video brought a smile to my face with its truth, music and varied participants. 😊
ReplyDeleteYour Sod House museum reminds me how much I want to visit the Sod House museum again here in Kansas. I would love to visit any though as that time in history is my favorite.
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