Hallelulah

   A friend sent me this link today. http://www.philly.com/philly/video/106492678.html  Over 650 voices from 28 choirs participated in a FlashMob singing of Handel's Messiah at the Philadelphia Macy's recently. It was arranged by the Opera Company of Philadelphia. Take a moment and watch this cool video.

Plymouth Daredevil

   Yesterday I drove down to the Cape to visit two quilt shops. I found the fabric that I was looking for and rest assured I did my small part to help the economy. On the way home I decided to stop in Plymouth for lunch at the Lobster Hut. Later, heading along the waterfront I spotted a very large green kite. I continued on, but then my curiosity got the better of me and I circled back to take a closer look. This is what I saw.

   Let me tell you, it was bitter cold and windy. I can't even imagine the temperature of the water.  The wind gusts were so strong that this guy would be periodically lifted high up in the air before splashing down into the water.  He would then skim across the waves at a terrific speed. I'm sure he was having the time of his life and while it was thrilling to watch, I definitely won't be taking up this sport.                  

Cactus Starting to Bloom

This cactus surely must love its spot in my sewing room as the plant is now covered with buds. A few have just started opening. Isn't the color specular?

                                          

Quilting in Vermont

      Five friends and I returned last night from a four-day quilt weekend at The Strong House Inn in Vergennes, Vermont. We had attended another quilt weekend at the inn in June, and that experience had been so delightful that we decided to return. We met two lovely ladies from Montreal and another group of talented, fun ladies who have been coming to the inn together for many years.  Here's a photo of the group taken in the library.

 The inn offers workshops with well-known teachers and also packages without instruction.    For more information, visit  http://quiltinginvermont.stronghouseinn.com/   
        I completed this autumn inspired quilt top during the weekend.

 Finally, meet Duke, resident greeter at The Strong House Inn.  His brother tends to be much shyer, but Duke loves to keep all of the ladies company while they quilt.

                                          

                                        

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular

Last night, I went with a friend to the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the Roger Williams Park Zoo. She always find interesting things for us to do.  There were thousand of carved, lit pumpkins along the trail and in the pond. It was really something to see. There were pumpkins depicting famous people and scenes from different periods in history and pop culture along with hundreds of other "regular" carved pumpkins.
You were not allowed to use flash photography or a tripod, so these photos are hand held shots.

Here's one of my favorites.

Even the Duke was there.

The event runs through Halloween. Here's my advice if you decide to visit this Halloween spectacular. The gates open at 6:00, and it is very crowded at that time. Wait until 7:30 when the first rush is leaving and you will be less crowded on the trail, and you will be able  to park closer to the entrance. Also go Monday through Thursday as the weekend has the peak crowds.

My Puppy Girl Katie

My miniature schnauzer was groomed today, and she looked so cute that I thought I would post this photo. The flash makes it appear as if she is white but in reality she is salt and pepper grey. She's my pride and joy and also my fitness buddy as we take long walks  each and every day.

                                            

Cranberry Harvest

I love living in New England and truly enjoy all four seasons. The foliage has not been very spectacular this year no doubt due to the dry, incredibly hot summer that we had. In search of some fall color, I headed down to Carver last weekend to see if any bogs were being harvested and took these photos.