Our community, while within a mile of an inland bay in southern Delaware (the Indian River Bay) is several feet above sea level and our home is 32 feet above sea level, so we were not worried about water and were intending to stay here during the hurricane. Our worry was wind and trees possibly coming down on the house (since we had that happen two years ago). However, the governor issued an order that all those living within a certain area had to evacuate and we were in that area. So......after calling several hotels and not finding one within a reasonable distance with a vacancy, we were lucky enough to find people from our church to shelter us for two nights. We then got together with a few others from our church who live near to them and we kept our minds off the storm by having a hurricane party. I will probably post some photos of that eventually. We had to be out of the house for 48 hours...could have come back sooner but a driving ban was in effect (and if you drive during that and have an accident, your car insurance doesn't have to pay...who knew?)
Anyway....we came home to find NO damage, thankfully, but a messy yard strewn with branches and pine cones. But...we aren't complaining since many were much less fortunate. Also, we had no major power losses in this area, which was also wonderful. Thanks to all of you who were thinking of us and praying for us. I truly appreciate that.
So.....after helping hubby clean up the mess yesterday and also catching up on my typing job, today I tried to get some "normalcy" back in my life and went to the local quilt shop and then made a cute little change purse with two pockets. It is an Atkinson Design pattern and is pictured here. It was a quick project and turned out nice. It is to be a gift for a friend, but I think I will make more as it was fun and easy. That friend sometimes reads my blog, so if she does, she will then be surprised when this is given to her!
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Same story here in south Jersey, Pat. Tree debris and power outages. We didn't go anywhere else, but we were without power for two days. With a well, that also means without water. But all is well now, and we can pick up the tree debris as time allows. Glad you fared well! The purse is very cute, hope making it helped you feel back to normal.
What a very cute little purse. So glad that you did not sustain damage. I know about the yard messes after these kinds of storms. Just the wind can bring down so much stuff.
Glad you are safe, Pat. I like the therapy afterwards - a little sewing always helps the soul.
I'm glad things are back to normal and that you are safe.
I saw your article in the Accuquilt newsletter! I enjoyed reading it and think I should print out a copy for your autograph!!! Congrats!
cute project
Back to normal... Glad everything is okay. Did all the youngins fare well?
Glad your safe!
Cute coin purse!!
It is good to hear that you weathered the storm well. You deserved a break after the storm that got your roof.
I bought that pattern (at Serendipity) too...of course, have I made it yet? NOooo!! LOL Very cute!
Nice to hear that you are okay. Just saw your great interview in the Accuquilt newsletter!
Sewing keeps me calm. However, I was hand-quilting on a tablerunner as I watched coverage of Irene and some of my stitches are a bit big. I decided to leave them as I will always remember what I was doing when I stitching the runner. You are so fortunate to have no damage. Watching the flooding in New York and Vermont that was caused by heavy rains from Irene is just hard to watch. So much damage. I really feel for those folks who have watched so much be washed away or who have lost homes and loved ones as a result of this storm. By the way, cut coin purse. Terry Atkinson does such cute designs and great directions.
Glad you got through the storm safely. Cute little coin purse!
I'm so happy that you got through the storm undamaged!! What a cute little purse :0)
Crispy
I'm so glad you are okay and that you got a party out of the deal! Terrific.
Pat
Glad to hear everything (and everyone) survived Irene. We've been through too many hurricanes and even the mild ones are no fun.
Love the little change purse. I like to have little pouches like that for quick trips to the store.
glad to hear you are safe..
Hi Pat, so good to hear that you all are safe and that you had minimal damage! Earlier in the week there was some talk about evacuations in our area too, but the storm skipped over the top of us. I have never had to evacuate but it is something I have always feared, with my disability and my big Barkley dog, it has always seemed very intimidating. But my husband makes sure we are always prepared and we have a game plan and a list as well. How nice to hear that you were given shelter and that you had a good time with friends, I look forward to seeing the pictures! It is a good reminder to me as well, not to worry and to trust in our heavenly Father. Have a lovely evening! Delisa :)
No better way to wait out the hurricane than with a party. Seriously I am glad to hear you are ok and that you didn't have any damage.
Your cash and carry is cute. Aren't they fun? I made about 9 of them this summer. I havethem stashed for gifts as well.
Glad you survived the wrath of Irene without too much damage, Pat. Also hope you're over your poison ivy, that sounded miserable. Take care.
So glad you are safe and had no damage. I LOVE that little purse. I can't wait to hear about the hurricane party but I know there is no place like home.
love that change purse, it looks great....
How wonderful to hear you didn't have any damage Pat! That is great!
Darling little Change Purse! 8-)
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