It was so comforting and instantly saddening at the same time to hear his voice. He's stressed and worn down. They are literally a "small" team and are sometimes ... Read More about J. Called 05Mar06
Thrift Store Hangover
In an attempt to curb my spending at the fabric store and other retail places, I went to the Goodwill. How does one spend $60 at Goodwill?! I came home with pounds of items to use in future ... Read More about Thrift Store Hangover
This is what happens
...when you don't hear from your husband for a while. As you have read, I use sewing as an "alternative to Xanax." Last week was particularly nail-biting for me. I made four ... Read More about This is what happens
I “Heart” Feedback!
I've received several supportive emails from friends and strangers who have been reading. I want to say Thank You for taking the time to comment or email. These are small bits of sunshine ... Read More about I “Heart” Feedback!
The “e” word
"She thinks 'e' is the first letter of the swear word 'effin'."~ designer Jay McCarroll's sister describing his young niece's take on Jay's swearing, from Bravo's Project Jay ... Read More about The “e” word
J. Called 26Feb06
J. finally called this morning, exhausted and weary. He has had a rough couple of weeks. A nearby American unit lost several soldiers to a roadside bomb (according to J., "driving ... Read More about J. Called 26Feb06