Hello my lovelies. I’m sure most of you think I’ve disappeared off the edge of the earth. Well I assure you that haven’t; I have been enjoying the last little bit of summer in private.
While the kids were going back to school this past week I have been getting myself ready for some new learning of my own. I decided that I needed to learn a few new skills. So I’ll be hitting the back-to-school supplies section of a different kind pretty soon in readiness for my learning sessions. I’ll tell you more about it when the new learning starts.
I spent most of the summer working on UFOs …..
I also spent some time contemplating what was important in my life. It seems top of the list is minimising the drama. I’m learning to take each day as it comes while getting rid of all the toxic stuff that piled up over the years. I suppose this could be considered my “What I did this Summer” report. It’s been a summer like no other I can remember in all of my 57 years on earth. This is going to sound really goofy but I spent the summer trying to find myself. Over the years I have been a daughter, a sister, a friend, a wife, a mother and now I have suddenly turned into a single parent! It’s not something I ever contemplated until earlier this year. Both Sarah and I are building new traditions and finding our way to a new life all the while making some fantastic new memories. Our friends and family have been and will be with us every step of the way no matter what life throws at us. If I haven’t thanked all those who have shown support along the way for your kind words, thoughts, actions and gifts I do it now. Thank you x
I have been Lucie the Happy Quilter for many years. I am just simply a happy person who tries to make the best of any and all situations. This time next year I will still be Lucie the Happy Quilter only new and hopefully improved with a lot less baggage. I will still be the creative soul that I have always been but hopefully brimming with even more inspiration to share with you. I’m so looking forward to Christmas and the turn of the year.
I’ll be back next week with my Autumn Giveaway news. So don’t forget to pop in again soon.
So for this evening, this very happy and super ambitious quilt maker will be working on Sarah’s UFO hexagons. I hope you have a super cosy evening doing something you truly enjoy. And remember don’t ever let anyone suck the joy out of your life. Until you read me again,
Happy stitching
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Thank you so much of your uplifting newsletters. I really enjoy hearing from you and what goes on up there in the north. I had an idea that you were a single parent to Sarah, but had no idea that the trauma was with you this year.
Every success to you. Please continue to bring us all your happiness. Love
Thank you for your kind and encouraging words Monica.
Good for you Lucie! You deserve all the love and happiness you can find in this lifetime. I love reading Lucie the Happy Quilter – you are truly an inspiration! Hugs to you from Medicine Hat, AB Canada!
Hi Kelly, it’s lovely to hear from a fellow Canadian. I believe that we’re in charge of our own happiness. I’m just going to carry on doing what makes me and Sarah as happy as can be. Thanks for popping in today. You have cheered me up so much x
Hi Lucie, I am sorry to hear you are a single parent now, but am so happy to see that you still have the enthusiasm and optimism that is so you. Imlove be reading your blog as I travel around the world with my husband’s work. Your blog is my constant, but always my inspiration to become a better, more confident quilter. Wishing you all the love and happiness you deserve, Debby xxx
Hi Debby, Thank you for your kind words of encouragement. I’m so pleased that I might be inspiring you to become a more confident quilter. Thanks for popping in this evening Debby x
Lucie, it sounds like your life has not been as peaceful as you would like and as you deserve, but you have such a gift of bringing moments of peace and tranquility to others. I hope that knowing that about yourself will be a source of strength for you. Warm hugs from Texas!
There’s been more drama in my life since the turn of the year than I feel comfortable with. I’ve learned so much about life and just how things are not what they seem. Thank you for the encouraging words and for popping in tonight x
life is definitely interesting at times, I think as long as you are true to yourself things seem to work out for the best. wishing you a very happy and healthy future for you and Sarah. Thanks also for your blog it gives much inspiration to all not only in the quilting department but in life as well.
Gayle Z
Hi Gayle, I tend to agree that if you are true to yourself things work out. I know in my heart that I’m a good person but good people don’t always get treated well.
It’s funny what life throws at you and just when you think you couldn’t possibly handle anymore burden you find the strength to carry on some more. I’m looking forward to a quiet drama-free life where Sarah and I can live a happy creative life without fear of repercussions. I’m so looking forward to Christmas. Thanks popping in Gayle x
Lucie, you and Sarah are blessed to have each other; not so much to lean on, but to grow. Can’t wait to see what you “go back to school” for.
Hi Eileen, I can’t wait to start my learning. A new creative skill is on the cards. I’m not sure how well I’ll do but I’m sure willing to give it a go. And I think you’re right, Sarah and I are really lucky to have each other. Growing together is fun especially because we’re generations apart. I must say that my Sarah keeps me young and makes me question why things are the way they are. Thanks for popping in today Eileen x
Hi Lucie,
It’s amazing what curveballs life can throw us isn’t it? You have always seemed a really “glass half full” kind of person, so cheery & positive, I’m glad this tough year hasn’t knocked this out of you! Big changes can also bring big opportunities & taking the time to process everything is very smart I think. I’m also glad to read you have friends and family to support you through these times, and that you are looking forward to Christmas. Have fun with those hexies & a lovely weekend 😀 Helen
Hi Helen, I plan on becoming an even better and happier person from this difficult year. I have been a happy person for such a long time I’m not going to give that up. Being grumpy is not in my nature. And besides who wants to be known as Lucie the Grumpy Quilter!! I’m hoping that as you mentioned, the big opportunities come my way, goodness knows I’m willing to put the hours in to get there. I see life as just another challenge to be met at the moment. Christmas is just 105 days away. I can’t wait to decorate the house and enjoy the festive period. Thanks for popping in and I really do appreciate your encouraging words x
I have been wanting to write to you for weeks now but couldn’t risk it in case I had picked up the wrong end of the stick from your vibes. I have been through all you are going through albeit a fair while back but I thought the world was going to end! Let me tell you, it doesn’t but it does make you stronger. I also had one daughter who at the time was in her middle teens. We survived and life went on to turn out very good in the most for us. Fingers crossed for you too and my thoughts are with you.
Missed you at Harrogate, my daughter and I went on the Saturday. Had a great time. Spent as much as I did at the NEC last month!
Anyway, take care and keep your chin up, you’ll get through it all. It only takes time.
Linda xx
Hi Linda, I had absolutely no idea how many of my quilty friends and acquaintances have become unmarried!!! And they all assure me that I will come out of the other end stronger and happier for it. It’s amazing how things change when you become a single parent. You’ll do anything to protect your children but it’s amazing how much support the children give you without even knowing it!!! Life is very different now and slowly it is getting better. I do look forward to Christmas. I’m going to make sure it’s the best Christmas I’ve had in decades. Thanks for popping in today Linda. I really appreciate your words of encouragement x
It sounds as if you have spent your summer wisely, taking stock and making good plans for you and those you care about. Good luck to you Lucie, such upheavals are never easy but time brings healing and new opportunities.
Hi Chris, I’m hoping for new opportunities and much happier times. Thanks for popping in today Chris x
Well done you! Sending hugs xx
Hi Meredithe, life goes on in happy quilter land. And the new improvement version will be much more enjoyable. Let the inspiration flow. Thanks for popping today x