dear, Aria

It's crazy how quiet it's been in our house this last week.  I can hear the fish tank bubbling, the wind blowing, even these keys a-tippity typing just now.  I've been thinking of you, of course.  And Liam.

fabrics she chose

Do you remember these - the fabrics you chose before setting off on your trip?  I hope you don't mind that I added just a few more that I thought you'd like.  And that white stuff is batting to make your desk chair cushion nicely soft.  I took some time off from working on "my book project" (shhhhhh)) to make it for you!

for Aria's new chair

I had thought I'd make a log cabin design, but I didn't after all because that Go! baby cutting machine we'd played with wanted to get involved.  So, instead, lots of little squares.  You know how I said that I wasn't sure that the fancy cutting machine would really be faster?  I was wrong.  It's waaaaaay faster.

Go! baby cutting in layers

I was even able to cut several layers of scraps at once.  The fancy cutting machine is definitely here to stay!

dear, Aria

Do you know what I added after this?  What's your favorite stitch?  Yep, zigzags!  I quilted it with zigzags just for you.  Hope they make you smile!

 simple crochet ties

Tied it on your chair the other day.

for Aria's new desk chair

Do you like it?

I started missing you and Liam on day one.  I guess because two weeks really is a long time. But I know that you're having a blast.  Make sure to enjoy the sparklers on July 4th!  Oh, and tell Liam that he's next!

Love you so much,

Mommy