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For the month of April I try to incorporate purple for “Month of the military child”

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Creamy Egg Salad Stuffed Avocados This recipe is a low-carb dream—rich, satisfying, and ready in just under 20 minutes. It’s perfect for a quick lunch or a protein-packed snack that feels a bit more "gourmet" than your average egg salad. • Prep time: 10 mins • Cook time: 10 mins • Servings: 2 (1/2 stuffed avocado per serving) • Calories: 281 cals | Net Carbs: 8g Ingredients • 6 Large Eggs (hard-boiled and peeled) • 1 Avocado (large, approx. 4.8 oz) • 1 Tablespoon Mayonnaise • 1/2 Teaspoon Mustard • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice • 1/2 Teaspoon Salt • 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper Instructions 1. Prepare the Eggs: Place the eggs in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat. Let them sit for 10 minutes. Once finished, transfer to an ice bath, peel, and dice. 2. Mix the Base: In a medium bowl, combine the diced eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. 3. Fold in the Freshness: Gently stir. 4. Prep the Avocado:...

  Letting go of perfection so creativity can do its real work One of the biggest misconceptions about using art is the idea that the art has to be good . Beautiful. Skilled. Worthy of hanging on a wall. Here’s why “pretty” doesn’t matter 🌱 Art Is a Process, Not a Product When we release the pressure to make something beautiful, we open the door to honesty. Messy lines, uneven shapes, torn edges — these are not mistakes. They’re expressions. They’re clues. They’re invitations. The value of art lies in the process : the moment your hand moves before your mind catches up the color you choose without knowing why the symbol that appears unexpectedly the collage piece that feels right even if it doesn’t “match” These moments reveal truths that polished artwork often hides. 🌼 Imperfection Makes Space for Authenticity When you believe it can be anything, then you start expressing . Imperfection: lowers the stakes quiets the inner critic invites curiosity encourages experimentation makes ...

12/23/2020- I finally finished the binding today and the quilt is 100% complete. Yippee!!! 5/29/20- Adding a border around the front panel- but my old machine just gave out. Might delay the process of finishing it a bit. Today is also my deceased father in-laws birthday. Happy Heavenly Birthday.  5/25/20- Completed the back panel. It‘s a little short on the sides and I will need to extend it out a little more. Added the quote through appliqué method.  5/23/20-  Decided to go with all Bear paws on the front panel. I‘m going to add the quote on the back with a an embroidered cross. The cross is made from one of his old shirts with deer print on it- from far away it looks like a marble patterns Cross to me.  5/19/20- Flying geese around the quote. My measurements weren’t perfect, but I think it’s okay. I’m thinking that maybe it needs to go on the inside of the quilt instead of the front. 5/17/20- Remembrance quilt inner border (fly geese) Using 4” square and two x 2 1/...

  A year‑long quilting adventure — one star block at a time Join me in creating a beautiful collection of star‑themed quilt blocks throughout the year. Whether you're brand‑new to quilting or a seasoned maker, this sew‑along is designed to be fun, supportive, and drama‑free — just the way quilting should feel. Each month, a new star block pattern is posted in a variety of sizes. All blocks are pieced only , and all instructions are free . Please invite friends to join us rather than sharing files directly. ✨ How It Works At the start of the year, we choose a theme — this year it's Stars . Each month, a new block pattern is posted. Share your finished block in the group to be entered into a monthly random drawing for a fat quarter or another quilting goodie. All block files are located under “Pictures or Files" in my Facebook group. 💛 Group Guidelines This space is meant to be kind, creative, and encouraging. Be supportive and respectful. No quilt police. No selling, poli...