So today - very early - part of the family is off to try skiing at Steamboat, CO. They are worried a bit that it is too warm and that there might not be enough good snow, but we didn't know that when the reservations were made. I do like to ski, too, but I'm not as good as they are and I'm staying home to do those last minute things for the Fanfare of Quilts Quilt Show!

Plus, I did get my vacation break a few days ago when Dick (husband) and I went to Florida. Well, I had 3 days vacation and he had 1 day before going to a work conference. We did go to the beach one day and it was wonderful but chilly. Then the next days I enjoyed sitting by the pool and working on my hand applique - very relaxing!

This is a block from 'Lollipop Trees' by Kim McLean - a very happy quilt!!