I haven't posted for two weeks, because I was in Ireland with Bonnie Hunter and a bus load of wonderful quilters. We attended the Irish International Quilt Festival and toured Ireland and Northern Ireland. Ireland is a beautiful country and was at the top of my "bucket" list. I will be posting photos later.

I had to do some fast yard work before I left and of course I got a poison ivy rash on my arms, even though I was wearing long sleeves and gloves. Thank goodness it was a very mild case and did not ruin my vacation. I have very bad allergies and am always surprised that the poison ivy rash is usually mild. I did have to change seats once on the bus due to perfume. It wasn't that heavy, but enough to bring on a breathing issue reaction (I did not take an inhaler duhhhhhh). I was pleasantly surprised that I did not have a problem on either flight with perfume.

Today at noon, I have to meet my real estate agent and a group of inspectors at the new house. We were due to close on the 29th of June, but the current owner asked if he could have an extra week to have an estate sale on the rest of the contents in the house. I agreed, as long as I get first choice. I have so much stuff of my own, I really don't need anything else that is there. There are two large rugs, one in the dining room and one in the living room (red & white). They need cleaning and when I researched the cost, I can buy new ones in a more neutral color for not a whole lot more. There is a treadle machine base with a marble top I would like to have and there was a long chest (similar to a cedar chest, but about 6+ feet long) that I would love to have had to store quilts in, but he got rid of it already. But now that I have seen it, I may have one made. I am taking room and window measurements today and will take some photos.

Have a great Monday and enjoy your day no matter what you choose to do.