Remembrance Day 2014

      Lest We Forget

Remembrance Day:- Tuesday November 11, 2014

On the 11th Hour, Of the 11th Day, Of the 11th Month......

Our freedoms today came at a high price, and we should never forget that wars shatter lives, families, and communities. 


In Remembrance and with Gratitude.  For those who have served, those serving now, and those yet called to serve. Bless you and Thank you.

  THE FINAL INSPECTION

The soldier stood and faced God,

Which must always come to pass

He hoped his shoes were shining,

Just as brightly as his

​ brass.

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'Step forward now, you soldier,

How shall I deal  with you ?

Have you always turned the other cheek ?

To My Church have you been true?'

The soldier squared his shoulders  and said,

'No, Lord, I guess I ain't.

Because those of us who  carry guns,

Can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most  Sundays,

And at times my talk was tough.

And sometimes I've  been violent,

Because the world is awfully rough.

But, I never took a penny,

That wasn't mine to keep...

Though I worked a lot of overtime,

When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,

Though at times I shook with fear.

And sometimes, God, forgive me,

I've wept  unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place,

Among the people here.

They never wanted me around,

Except to calm their  fears.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,

It needn't be so grand.

I never expected or had too much,

But if you don't, I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the  throne,

Where the saints had often trod.

As the soldier waited quietly,

For the judgment of his God.

'Step forward now, you soldier,

You've borne your burdens well.

Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,

You've done your time in Hell.'

Author Unknown~

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 Hugs from Suz

November Begins

The colours in my gardens are so beautiful now that we've had several frosts, and snow flurries.

I love the deep burgundy against the greens and yellows

a riot of colour

morning dew

not only is the clematis still in flower, but new buds have been opening!

the oak leaves are turning golden brown

there's still a bit of colour here and there on the leaves

chartreuse and dark green amongst the coloured leaves

I returned to the Autumn Cabin to add more colour to the water

the conifers were too solid and dark, I decided
the path needed softening by the cabin

the background was greyed a little with a wash

I didn't like the ripples in the lake....

finished!

It started to rain on Georgian Bay

it still needs to be softened and greyed some more. The water is too blue......

do you see where the rain dripped down and streaked through the lake, and the rock?

softened a bit, but, too wet to work, the painting was put aside to dry

I've been stitching.
Angel #1 is completed with an edging of buttonhole stitch and white seed beads. Her halo is created from the same beads, and stands upright.
The buttonhole lace took a long time, but creates a delicate looking surface.

The first ecru, stumpwork leaf has been created. I think the soft ecru, with just a bit of subtle green along the center vein will be perfect for Wedding Piece #2.

The green is softly greyed, and should work well with the other subtle colour tones that will be used here and there on the piece.

This Josephine Knot cascade is in process, and may find a spot on the Wedding Piece, too.

Wrapping Cloth #12 is ready for damp stretching. I really like the meandering path of the ecru french knots as it winds around the white french knots on the seam.

Piece #13 is being tacked together. Soon the titivations will begin.
I hope your week has been pleasant and creative.

Thanks for visiting.
Hugs from Suz

HAPPY HOWLOWE'EN!!!

Here's what greeted the Trick-or-Treaters
As they came to my door.

They knocked and they'd shout
"The witches are out!"
Not knowing just what was in store.....


Above the loud sounds of blood-curdling screams.
Howling winds
and rain pitter-and-patter

I answered the door with a loud, scary roar

And they ran from the sound of my laughter!

muahahahahahahah!!!! 

Happy Hallowe'en!!




Thanks for visiting.

Hugs from Suz

October Wanes

I finished my rendition of the StitchMAP turtle. I wanted to create a soft background that simulated water, without taking any focus from the turtle. I think the turtle's batik fabric married well with the blue and green thread. It was perfect for adding a bit of colour and dimension to the turtle and his shell.  Does it look as though he's breaching the waves to gulp a deep breath?

Black crystals (with blue and green tones) were added for his eyes.


















The weather has switched to colder temperatures with more frosty nights, and rain for most of the last week. The trees are losing their colourful cloaks.
As October comes to an end, so too do the warm days of autumn. Even the oak leaves are mottled and coloured.

 I picked up Wrapping Cloth piece #12

I added a strip of lace on the right,  with drizzles poking through

More french knots down the center, and piece #12 will be finished!

 Stitching began on the newest Wedding Piece with a pretty venice lace floral and several rows of buttonhole lace

Stumpwork leaves in the works for the wedding piece. I'm not sure I like the variegated leaf. Perhaps an ecru leaf with pale green veins and edging might look better?  You can just see the fine wire peeking out the stem bottom......

This brilliant sky greeted me a few evenings ago. It looks as though it's on fire........

We've had at least three frosts in the last few weeks, Yet, this clematis is still blooming! Maybe it doesn't realize it's autumn?


That's it for this week.

I hope you've had a fun, creative week.

Hugs from Suz.


Thanks for visiting. Hugs from Suz

A Walk in The Park

It was a beautiful autumn day, and the colours were glorious. I walked out the back garden gate, and turned left onto the walking path behind our house, to the park. These are the sights I saw along the way. The photos tell their story.

Up the hill to the walking path, and back home . I hope you enjoyed the walk in the park.

Thanks for visiting.
Hugs from Suz