Saturday, September 20, 2008

In The Right Place At The Right Time

So today was Carnival Day at my daughter's school. We weren't really committed to going, but then she decided she wanted to, so off we all went. On the spur of the moment, I decided to bring Release, the latest quilt, because a friend (Carol!) said she was interested in buying it, but she's never even seen it in person and I expected to see her there.

As soon as I walked onto campus, I was accosted by the woman who was organizing a quilt show for the carnival. I had no idea they were even having a quilt show. She hoped I had a quilt in that bag I was carrying, she said, and I did. But I wasn't planning on showing it, I assured her. I just brought it to show to Carol! Being taken off-guard, I argued a bit and then acquiesced and agreed to put it in the show.

I went and looked and my friend Marianne had entered two of her quilts, and that was all there was. So OK, I displayed my quilt and didn't think another thought about it.

Later, someone congratulated me on winning first place.



Isn't that a hoot?

And here's a picture I forgot I had in my camera of my daughter on her school's picture day. She's so gorgeous, if I do say so myself.

She had PE that day, or she never would have worn those shoes. And yes, my studio is a mess. That's why I cropped most of it out of the picture.

5 comments:

Luxquilt said...

Congratulations on the first place! :-)
You have a lovely daughter and a "funny" sister. I had the chance to meet Melody last year in ST Moritz.
I wish you a wonderful time with Melody.....

Fernande from Luxembourg, a faithfull reader of your blog!

Akiko said...

What a wonderful relationship you have with your daughter. Yes, she is gorgeous. Your words tell me how much you love her and treasure her. Wonderful mother you are...

Melody Johnson said...

I am thrilled to see your first Blue Ribbon. Glory looks great and such long hair!

CB said...

Wow! Congratulations! I knew I was getting a good one :) Sorry I wasn't at the carnival - had full day training that day.

Akiko said...

Are you still sleeping???? Waky waky!!!