Fabric, Physical Therapy and More Fabric..... also Therapy....

Back from PT….

So, after easing into the morning I suddenly remembered that I had gotten a letter from PECO and that they were cautioning about a power interruption this morning from 10:00 AM forward for a couple of hours.  I remembered the letter when I looked out the side window and saw workmen in the bright green shirts and hard hats.  I quickly got a shower (no power, no water from the well) and then I realized the only car I had was in the garage so I dashed out, opened the automatic garage door and made sure I had the car on the driveway so I could make my appointments.

I could not do some embroidery for fear they would turn the power off.  I shut down the computer so that it would not turn off with being properly shut down.  I kept waiting and waiting, but nothing.  I could not even see the men anymore.  I was watching quilting videos on my IPad and came across a couple of easy, peasey quilts that used pre-cut fabric.  So, since the Physical Therapy office could be easily reached from a couple of my favorite quilt shops, I put Molly out and then left for a little fabric shopping before going to PT.

I found a delightful Layer Cake and some lovely charm packs at the Quilt Shack.  I also stopped at Log Cabin Quilts where I found another set of charm packs that will make a lovely, sewing-themed quilt.

I headed to PT where I met a very nice man by the name of Kevin.  He measured and twisted my thighs, knees and legs.  The right thigh is a full inch smaller in circumference than the left, so I am obviously not using it correctly.  So he gave me 4 exercises I am to do every other day at home.  Nothing strenuous, in fact only one actually bends the knees.  The rest use resistance and isometrics to strengthen the muscles with adding stress and wear on the knee.  Not a bad routine and perfect for me to use as a beginner.

Stopped at the Quilt Ledger on my way home to get another set of solid color charm packs.  So I will be readjusting what projects I will be taking with me.  This will eliminate the need to haul big cutting mats and rulers!  I always pack too much, always have but I like having what I want to use when I am away.

Got home and the microwave still had the time set, so they did not turn off the power after all!  I will be doing the embroidery tonight and trying to catch up tomorrow before I go pick up the van.  Cannot wait to see it all spiffed up and ready for the trip.