Things I do with my theatre kid. We attend a lot of live theatre to feed our souls and to support the community. It’s an act of self care, and it’s damned political too. Arts comment on issues in our culture and give voice to marginalized groups. Supporting the arts, especially now, is resistance!

Spent part of my weekend prepping to sew the new GenX Jacket, a new pattern from @messygoat.bsky.social using Cherrywood fabric, a print from my stash & some coordinating prints I found at SR Harris.

Things I am doing to combat feelings of helplessness as the current administration attempts to dismantle our democracy.

Finished my 3rd book of 2025, Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. I literally gasped as I read the final page. Immediately diving into Iron Flame.

Does anyone else get anxious as they approach the end of a book? I feel like every time I finish a chapter I have to take a few minutes to decompress.

Check out the super awesome prize I won in @badassquilter.bsky.social birthday giveaway! I’ve been coveting this for months. Now it’s mine, all mine! Thank you, Maddie and @gedesigns.bsky.social !!!

Insomnia.

Comfort stitching while my sweet Bella pup looks on. Self-care mode activated.

Final assembly of blocks for the Frankie quilt, designed by GE Designs and made up in Tim Holtz & Cherrywood Hand Dyed fabric.

Mourning the loss of my dear friend David Lynch. We had some wonderful conversations and once upon a time I made him a quilt that he used while meditating. I will cherish my memories of him.

Cast and crew of Romeo & Juliet, the current theatre production at WHS. My son, Devin, is starring as Romeo. Costume design by me! We open tonight.

Hand embroidery on Cherrywood Hand Dyed Fabric with Valdani 12wt Perl cotton.