It was a fun week in East Texas! I always look forward to quality time with family! The weather was really nice, good food and good times, you can't ask for more than that! There is a lot of wildlife in this area and since the community is gated, I think they feel very safe. We came across groups of deer and they didn't even budge from the side of the road. One morning we saw three red fox heading for the culvert which they must use. My daughter in laws sister lives in this area and one night we had a lot of fun in the new game room they had built last year. The photo is of my son and daughter in law behind the karaoke mic!
Friday, I decided to finish up my pillow!
I didn't really spend much time stitching while out of town, but I was able to get Santa's boots stitched one afternoon as some were out in the Razor and others napped! I did get more stitching done last night but he isn't finished yet! Hopefully, today I will finish up the spools in his pack and start on his quilt! Once those are done the finishing stitches won't take very long!
looks like a nice area that you live - love that pond that draws nature to it
ReplyDeleteThis is about 130 miles east of where we live. We don't have the humidity and all the trees this area has. I always say east Texas is an extension of Arkansas! It was wonderful to see the wildlife, especially since they didn't seem to fear us at all.
DeleteLooks like a wonderfully relaxing vacation.
ReplyDeleteYes it was! Much needed after being stuck at home during the pandemic!
DeleteI hope Santa doesn't use those scissors to cut wrapping paper! LOL. Looks like a lovely getaway.
ReplyDeleteOh my Mrs Santa would be very upset with him if those scissors end up in the wrapping department! Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteThe area you were visiting looks beautiful! Fun to see all that wildlife and especially to enjoy time with family. Your Bee Kind pillow turned out great!
ReplyDeleteThanks it was a very beautiful area and the weather was good! You can't ask for more than that!
DeleteLooks like a beautiful place to spend time with family! Santa will soon be done!
ReplyDeleteYes, than one more Santa and I can get to finishing them all so they will be ready for Christmas
DeleteGreat job on the pillow finish... perfect fabrics!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy finishing the Santa stitching!
I am happy with my pillow too! I have really gotten the crossstitch bug but hopefully some cooler weather will get me in the mood to do some quilting. I have several tops that need to be quilted!
DeleteBeautiful pictures, and lovely stitching on Santa and your pillow!
ReplyDeleteThanks, it was a very serene place. Hopefully Santa will get completed this week!
DeleteHow fabulous you enjoyed some lovely family time in Texas. My goodness, those deer are enormous. Is it a bit frightening driving past them? I would be fearful they would cross the road in front of cars. They would cause some serious damage! As for your Bee Happy pillow, it is beautiful. Such a lovely finish.
ReplyDeleteThey really seem to be used to people and cars, I too was afraid they would dart in front of us! It was very lovely to get away!
DeleteWowzer, what beautiful, serene views you enjoyed (and thankfully, shared)!! Really lovely. Especially the deer! Your pillow is darling; well done on the finish!! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Denise! So thankful for nature these days, it really helps to get away from it all!
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