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Thursday, May 8, 2014

Excitement!!!

For the significance of the keys and the passport, read on :-)
Excitement is building here in my house as two wonderful things are happening very soon...!
Tomorrow morning I am off to retreat with some lovely quilting buddies. 3 days of sewing - oh bliss. We go to a spot out by the beach and we always have a great time. I have done some pre-cutting so I have bags of part projects all packed into the car already. Of course I think I am taking far more projects that I will get done but never mind, no harm in being optimistic :-)
So that's the car keys in the above photo taken care of, what about the passport?!
I have a couple of days after retreat to unpack and do my washing and then I'm on the road again.This time it will be to hop on a plane (well, several actually) to go to Pittsburg! Yes, lucky me is accompanying my boss to Quilt Market.  This is a trade show so we will have to have our 'shop eyes' on -very exciting :-)
Sadly we aren't able to be away for too long but we do hope to squeeze a little bit of sight seeing in before it's time to come home again.
If I'm a little absent in blogland, you know why!! I will catch you up on my adventures when I'm back!!
Happy sewing!
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41 comments:

  1. WendyMay 8, 2014 at 11:56 PM

    Have fun at both! We'll miss you!

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  2. TerryMay 8, 2014 at 11:56 PM

    So much fun! You should come visit me...I'm only 2-1/2 hours away from Pittsburgh!

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  3. FionaMay 9, 2014 at 12:50 AM

    Wonderful ... Have an awesome time at both of them ...
    Hugz

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  4. Janet O.May 9, 2014 at 12:52 AM

    Both sound like a lot of fun! I'm happy for you--enjoy! And I look forward to your report when you are done--and exhausted. : )

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  5. canuckquilterMay 9, 2014 at 1:08 AM

    Oh fun fun fun! Enjoy both trips.

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  6. The Knotty LassMay 9, 2014 at 1:12 AM

    I would love a sewing retreat! Can't wait to see what you do! I wish you two had time to swing down to Nashville. You're going to be so close and yet we won't get to see you! Hope you have a wonderful time!

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  7. JoAnneMay 9, 2014 at 1:24 AM

    Have a wonderful time at both events! I wish I could visit market, too! Please share your experience on your blog!

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  8. KarenMay 9, 2014 at 1:25 AM

    How exciting. The retreat is wonderful but the trip to Quilt market will be amazing. Hope you take loads of photos to share!!
    Have a wonderful time!

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  9. AnonymousMay 9, 2014 at 2:18 AM

    Wow Raewyn safe travels and have fun.xx

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  10. Karen HMay 9, 2014 at 2:22 AM

    Happy travels!

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  11. DonieneMay 9, 2014 at 2:50 AM

    I'll be thinking about you!! Have fun!! Safe travels!!

    Blessings and hugs!

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  12. sunnyMay 9, 2014 at 3:37 AM

    What fun!! I'm only a couple of hours from Pittsburgh. Let me know if you'll have any spare time, and I'll make a road trip!!!!!!!

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  13. BillieBee (billiemick)May 9, 2014 at 5:01 AM

    You are definitely in for some fun times!

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  14. LeanneMay 9, 2014 at 5:18 AM

    SQUEAL!!!!!!! I am thrilled for you!!! have you followed Joyce's blog http://octoberfarm.blogspot.co.nz/ she is in Pittsburgh. (Abbey is sending her knitting things you can;t buy in NZ and she is packing is all up and sending over to NZ for her) HAVE A FAB!!!! time

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  15. Rebecca in AKMay 9, 2014 at 5:30 AM

    How exciting! I hope you have a great time at your retreat and a wonderful trip to Quilt Market! Safe travels!

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  16. SharonMay 9, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    How very exciting! Sewing time and a big trip. Have fun. I always bring too many projects to a retreat also. There is no harm in being hopeful.

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  17. GittaSMay 9, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    Have a wonderful time.
    Hugs Gitta

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  18. SusanMay 9, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    Do you need some help with your bags? Have a wonderful time.....two exciting adventures.

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  19. Peg - Happy In QuiltingMay 9, 2014 at 9:40 AM

    Have a fantastic.....take care..lucky you

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  20. UnknownMay 9, 2014 at 9:55 AM

    You're so lucky lucky lucky on both counts. Awesome destinations, jealous...yep...have heaps of fun.Rae.

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  21. Aunt 'ReenMay 9, 2014 at 10:04 AM

    Have fun on your retreat!
    I'm sure you are going to LOVE Quilt Market too - how exciting indeed!
    Safe travels!

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  22. SheilaMay 9, 2014 at 10:41 AM

    How exciting , have a terrific time at both !

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  23. Chookyblue......May 9, 2014 at 11:00 AM

    OMG a retreat then a quilty trip to America........have a fab time I know you will.......

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  24. Chookyblue......May 9, 2014 at 11:01 AM

    OMG a retreat then a quilty trip to America........have a fab time I know you will.......

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  25. Sharon @ OSEWDIVINEMay 9, 2014 at 11:55 AM

    ooh! lucky you, excitment plus for the next weeks for you. Enjoy and bring back lots of ideas.

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  26. MelodyMay 9, 2014 at 1:31 PM

    wow, lucky you.

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  27. TaniaMay 9, 2014 at 2:32 PM

    Hi Raewyn, sounds like your retreat will be wonderful, and WOW, quilt market in Pittsburgh!! How exciting!! You are probably almost jumping up and down in excitement, I know I would be!! Have a wonderful time at both, and I am soooo looking forward to hearing about all your adventures when you are back x

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  28. JulieMay 9, 2014 at 5:36 PM

    Wishing you a GREAT time at both events Raewyn ... both of them sound just wonderful & enjoyable. Happy travelling :-)

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  29. A Consuming PassionMay 9, 2014 at 6:12 PM

    Oh WOW!!! first of all a few says with sewing friends what could be nicer........except perhaps your trip to the US!!!!! How fabulous....take your camera....I for one would love to see some pictures :)

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  30. A Consuming PassionMay 9, 2014 at 6:12 PM

    Oh WOW!!! first of all a few says with sewing friends what could be nicer........except perhaps your trip to the US!!!!! How fabulous....take your camera....I for one would love to see some pictures :)

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  31. margaretMay 9, 2014 at 6:21 PM

    the weekend away with friends I am sure will be great fun and productive too, and your trip to Pittsburgh will be so intreresting and I am sure you will see lots and lots of wonderful thing for the shop will

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  32. ShirleyMay 9, 2014 at 6:31 PM

    Have a great time on both adventures and be sure to report back on all the lovely things we know we need.

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  33. The Webbers living a life at the beachMay 9, 2014 at 6:48 PM

    Hi Raewyn, nice to 'meet' you ;-D I'll pop back and have a proper look at your blog another time, but thanks for leaving a comment on mine! Are you going to the same retreat as Leanne from
    Quilt me Kiwi! She's up your way :D Have fun.

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  34. Needled MomMay 10, 2014 at 12:52 AM

    Wow...how exciting!!! You will have a fabulous time and I can't wait to hear all about both trips.

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  35. MariaMay 10, 2014 at 3:31 AM

    Have a fabulous time at your retreat and a wonderful time with the boss in Pittsburg too!! I see both Terry and Sunny don't live far from there. Wouldn't it be great if you had time to meet your bloggy friends in the US...

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  36. WendyMay 10, 2014 at 2:37 PM

    How wonderful for you! Hope you are having a fantastic time!!

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  37. kiwikidMay 10, 2014 at 9:08 PM

    Have a wonderful time Raewyn!!

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  38. Charlotte ScottMay 12, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    Have a great time at both (actually, you'll already have finished your retreat, so I hope you HAD a great time). And you better take LOTS of photos at quilt market - jealous!!!

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  39. Karens Quilts, Crows and CardinalsMay 14, 2014 at 7:02 AM

    Yeehaw!! Good for you girl -- have a blast and we'll look forward to pictures and more when you return. Welcome to the USA. Karen

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  40. LeonieMay 14, 2014 at 12:53 PM

    Lucky!!! have a wonderful time away!!

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  41. Susan HeatherMay 14, 2014 at 5:15 PM

    Enjoy

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