Six sets of placemats completed plus one wall hanging. One lap quilt top and tops for six more sets of placemats completed and ready for layering later today. Five more show applications submitted, which takes care of my schedule for the year. Still waiting on confirmations from all.
All this creating takes me away from the dire news out of Ukraine. The last time I payed any attention to Russia was when I was in early childhood and the Cold War was in the news. I do not trust a word that comes out of Putin's mouth. He's a master manipulator, which is why Trump was so protective of him. Anyone who has read Seth Abramson's books knows what the plan is for both of these sociopaths. (I find it the height of irony the the social network Trump introduced yesterday is called "Truth" - I'm certain the content will be anything but the truth. More conspiracy theories, lies and trash talking.)
I recently joined the 21st century with the purchase a a smart phone. So far, I have limited myself in the Internet usage on it but I can see how people become distracted from everyday life with these mini computers in their hands. I just don't want to become one of them!
Still waiting on our second estimate on replacing the garage doors and openers. This is a phenomenon we first encountered in Maine - tradespeople either never responding to a first inquiry or not getting back to us with estimates. I realize that the past 2 years have resulted in many people leaving their trades, and others who remain not able to secure parts and materials to do jobs. But in 20+ years here, we've a long history of non-communication from people - plumbers, landscapers, counter installers - the list is endless. Anyway, on my To Do list for the day is following up with the door guy.
And, finally, just announced yesterday, the Kentucky Horse Racing Authority has disqualified Medina Spirit from the win in the 2021 Kentucky Derby. Bob Baffert and his attorneys will appeal (of course) but for the time being, Mandaloun is the winner. Baffert is also suspended for 90 days but (of course) due to appeal he will be allowed to continue to train. Sadly, Medina Spirit is no longer with us - he died after a workout in December. Necropsy was inconclusive (no surprise as it was conducted in California and no one in out there seems to have the integrity to hold Baffert accountable for anything that happens to his horses.) So, stay tuned. Still, we will not see Baffert at this year's Derby as Churchill Downs Inc. has banned him through 2023. And that is separate from the KHRA suspension.
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