Europe 2009...Wimbledon

I am an avid tennis fan. As has been noted on these pages. So needless to say, I was so pleased when I scored damn good seats to Wimbledon's Centre Court. Wimbledon definitely has a different vibe than the US Open. The crowd is just as brisk but a lot more civilized. Everyone seems to know the etiquette of the sport, and more importantly, they're willing to follow the rules. Not once did I hear the chair umpire ask someone to take their seat, or to "quiet down".

So damn civilized.

Vinay with Richard Williams on the grounds.

We watched tennis while eating well and drinking loads (English sports venues allow folks to bring their own liquor...who knew?).

Me drinking a pint during the match. I'd rather my cucumber in my salad...not in my drink.

We walked the grounds, It's so interesting to actually be somewhere you've only seen on television. It was surreal to read the wall of champions while watching the champions of my day. Determined to get the entire experience, we sat on Henman Hill and watched a few matches.

We were told that it was untypical weather for England (warm and sunny). In fact, this was the first year of the retractable roof and there was never a need to use it...go figure.

Drinking a Pimm's (I'm not a fan) and knitting a sock in the colors of the Union Jack (coincidentally the US flag also)

Loopy on Henman Hill.

Had a great time! ~ksp

We Have a Winner...Well, 2 Actually

I was at Wimbledon (as well as several other places) last week.
More on that to come.

Both Donna and Risa guessed correctly, and thus, win a special prize.
Please send me your snail mail address. ~ksp

The Happy Couple

I traveled down South to witness one of my good girlfriend's wedding. I went shopping for the occasion and found this fabu sundress with jacket.



The happy couple...congratulations Adina and Michael.

Playing Catch-Up - A Centerpiece

I won't yet tell you where I am...giving those who are interested a chance to register a guess.

This past April, I took a hand quilting class at City Quilter (a fav spot). In order to get ready for the class I prepared a small centerpiece using a red, white and blue Moda honey bun and some remnant red fabric.

It seems I suck at hand quilting so it will take some time for this to be completed. It was fun nonetheless...

I love to change up one square into something unexpected...a little eye-candy. I hope it doesn't throw off the pattern. ~ksp

Tale of My Demise...

...have been greatly exaggerated.

I have been beyond swamped the past few months. Fortunately, a lot of crafts have been completed and I shall report on them forthwith....

In the meantime, does anyone want to guess where I am?

A prize to anyone who can correctly guess.
Multiple correct entries will be raffled for a winner. ~ksp