As Steve and I sign off little by little from activities and responsibilities here in Houston, the taste is bittersweet. Bitter, because moving away from time-tested friends is heart wrenching. Sweet, because an unknown exciting adventure awaits. Bitter, because unknown is uncomfortable. Sweet, because heart-connected friendships are treasures that distance can’t destroy. Bittersweet, but not bitter-ness, or sugary-sweet pretense. It’s life. Texas hill country living and Casita adventures are less than a month away! It’s all good.
We will pick up our new little pearl the day after Steve retires and pull it to our hill country home.
May you have friends by your side when you face bittersweet seasons.
All the best,
Karen
What an exciting time for you and your husband. I hope your long-standing friends visit you in the Hill Country; something exciting for them. Wishing you all the best!
Hi Beth, That’s exactly what I’m hoping. We want friends to come and enjoy the peaceful setting with us!
Thanks so much!
Karen
Our guild is holding a mini workshop on tapestry weaving in January. After seeing your tapestry weavings I am so anxious to try something new !! Not that I need anything new to add to my already long list. LOL.
Hi Susie, Don’t think of it as adding something new, haha. It’s still in the realm of weaving, isn’t it? You never know, you may find out tapestry becomes your favorite thing to do. At the very least, with a frame loom it gives you the option of portability so you can weave wherever you are. 🙂
Happy weaving,
Karen
Blend, blend, blend, … Surprise, solid black wheels. Nice.
Transition, gotta roll with it.
First snow of the season came this morning. The background went from golds and browns to white. Gardening season is over. Weaving begins.
Blessings.
Nannette
Hi Nannette, I’m pleased that you took notice of the black wheel. I like the way it stands out.
I’m thankful for seasons.
All the best,
Karen
New adventures can be exciting. If God has called you to go then you will be following his will. Blessings and safe travels!
Hi Linda, Thanks for the encouraging words. It’s an exciting time for us!
All the best,
Karen
New adventures. I love it. I for one am one of the ppl Steve has invited, So be looking for me! He will be greatly missed here.
Hi Cynthia, We are looking forward to your visit!
All the best,
Karen
How long do it take to drive between Houston and your Hill Country home? What is your closest big city now? The Wikipedia article about Texas Hill Country says it covers 25 counties. Sounds interesting to explore!
Hi, Lyna, It takes us about 4 1/2 hours to drive from Houston to our place in Hill Country. The town nearest us is Kerrville, and we are not far from Fredericksburg. And we’re only an hour from San Antonio. There are many beautiful and interesting places to explore in Texas Hill Country. Be sure to stop by if you’re in the area!
All the best,
Karen
I’m in Bandera. Must be fairly close. There’s also a wonderful town called Comfort. Awesome, but sometimes expensive antique stores
Hi Donna, Bandera! That’s right around the corner. We should get together sometime.
I’ve been to Comfort a couple times, too. It’s a charming little town. One great thing about Comfort is it has a weaving shop – The Loom Room.
Happy weaving,
Karen