Senior Hour at the Supermarket ~Mask Making Update ~Do You Still Need a Mask or Two?

Helper Cat and I make another batch of masks every day.

As long as I get requests from our family and friends,

I am going to keep on sewing...

Over the weekend, I finished a large batch.

A friend and business owner

is providing them for all of their employees.

Since I now have a good variety of masks in my inventory,

I took a day to tidy up my mess, and focus on some house chores.

Starting with a trip to the Supermarket.

I so appreciate that they designate the first hour of their

daily opening for Seniors and First Responders.

I was alone in the produce section...

I was alone in the bakery...

And I was alone in the meat department.

You can see, there is no shortage of beef here.

However, the poultry is another story!

Seriously, there were very few other patrons

at 7 o’clock this morning.

And the folks I ran into were wearing masks.

It was a good shopping day at the supermarket.

Oh, how I’ve missed being able to take the time

to browse for what I need.

And the experience will be even better when we are allowed

to bring our own shopping bags! This is just after one  trip.

In case you are wondering how the

Patriotic Mask Collection is coming along?

This is just a start...

Let me know if you are interested.

#slowthespread

Stay Safe and Well.

Take care,

~Natalie

Monday Memories ~Atkins Country Market ~A Weekend Day Trip

Just six weeks ago I was spending my days

with this little ray of sunshine.

Remember that day when we took the

road trip to the Eric Carle Museum?

A tip from Jack’s Storytime Children’s Librarian...

“Go early and stop at this little Farmers Market.”

The minute we walked in the door,

I knew already that this was going to be a great day!

The produce displays were beautiful.

I picked up a bundle of asparagus and a red pepper.

There were products from neighboring New England states.

Handmade gift items from local artists...

...created with tender loving care.

There was a floral shop,

An impressive display case of meat and seafood,

and an area with a variety of wine and craft beers.

Seriously, there was something for everyone.

However, the highlight was perhaps their bakery.

Every kind of sweet treat you can imagine.

Again, there was something for everyone!

Jack ordered the Star Cookie and his Mama

had an Old Fashioned Cake Donut.

 This Nana Gigi enjoyed a Cheddar Red Pepper Scone.

It was a perfect place to stop for a morning snack

on our way to the Museum.

Thanks for the sweet memories.

Take care,

~Natalie

Senior Hour at the Supermarket ~Mask Making ~Where the Quarantine Time Goes

I left the house early yesterday to take advantage

of Senior Hour at my favorite Supermarket.

I had my list, my face mask, my Clorox Wipes,

and my hand sanitizer with me.

(No worries, this is a Red-Light Selfie)

If you know me well, you know that I love browsing in

a nice supermarket. I like looking at

the colorful produce, the beautiful baked goods,

and the artistic display of fish and seafood.

I was pleased that the store was not crowded

and almost every single person was wearing a face mask.

So I stocked up on necessary supplies.

This is how I felt when we went to the store a week ago...

While I was there, I chatted with three friends

that would still like a face mask.

So, when I got home I promptly

finished this batch, and cut some more.

As long as there is a need, I will keep sewing.

Remember, I am not charging for the masks,

but I do accept donations.

I have accepted crafting supplies, Lysol wipes,

generous cash donations, and baked goods.

Hubby and I went out this afternoon to 

drop off his finished paperwork at the office.

We stopped by to leave a mask with these good friends.

Notice we visited at a safe distance.

We both hope you are all staying safe and well.

Take care,

~Natalie

p.s. Leave a message if you would like one of my masks.

Friday’s Fabulous Finds ~Fashion, Food, Flowers, and Fun #COVID-19 #StayHome #FlattentheCurve #StoptheSpread

So many of us are spending all day, every day at home...

working, schooling, cooking, cleaning, and perhaps creating.

Find something to wear that is casual and comfortable,

but still makes you feel good, like a cheerful yellow.

With Spring in the air, our favorite stores are posting

fresh fashions on Facebook, Instagram,

and in frequent emails.

So many times, I already own

some of these pieces in my wardrobe.

I appreciate the photos that show

new options for putting them together.

The caption (where can’t this go?) made me chuckle.

Right now, most of us are not going anywhere,

except out for essential errands...

And for those of you faced with challenge of

finding nutritious foods for your children...

breakfast, morning snack,

lunch, afternoon snack,

dinner, and bedtime snack.

Aren’t these just the cutest?!

Older children can even create their own.

Here’s another fabulous food find.

One of our local establishments, Dempsey’s,

posted their Pizza of the Week.

It is available as a Take & Bake, so Hubby promptly called in an order

and picked it up in the late afternoon.

It was the perfect Friday Night Dinner plan.

Back to my Fashion Finds...

Spruce up your Spring Coat with a Scarf

when you go out for your daily walk.

A scarf also provides a way

for you to cover your nose and mouth

if you are without

the recommended fabric face mask.

I remember when I was a little girl.

Easter was one of the few occasions when I got a new dress.

This is what my Grandma was wearing

when we got to her house for Easter Dinner.

This generation of Nana Gigis has a very different style.

For the next several weeks it is important

for all of us to stay safe in our homes.

Enjoy the hobbies you love,

like cooking, baking, gardening, and creating.

Let’s flatten the curve and stop the spread together.

Take care,

~Natalie

What’cha Workin’ on Wednesday ~On the Work Bench ~Morning Outing with My BFF

This rustic wooden heart has been

one of the best sellers in our

Tins and Treasures Shop.

The last one in our inventory sold this weekend,

so it was time to make some more.

Valentines Day is just around the corner.

Hubby cuts them and sands them till smooth.

I’m up next, I paint them and edge them.

Hubby applies the stain to make them look aged.

Once dry, I will add the wire hanger and homespun tie.

It’s teamwork at its finest!

Local Friends,

Message me if you want one.

(We can bypass the whole Etsy process)

I have a standing date every Wednesday.

Lorie and I have been going out for coffee

once a week for 40 years.

Now that we are both retired,

we can go in the morning.

We get our coffee and cup holders at Starbucks,

and then we follow our usual route around Target.

Sometimes we have a list...

Sometimes we just check out all the Clearance Endcaps.

But we always walk away from the store

with everything we need.

Take care,

~Natalie