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This is exactly how I feel right about now! It's been an exhausting couple of months with work, and I'm feeling pretty worn out. Luckily, I've got a couple of weeks of recuperation planned back home in New Hampshire, where I plan to sleep solidly for a day or two before re-emerging into the world a new, revived woman! I'm also hoping to finish my Double Irish Chains quilt, make amazing progress on my hexies, and, in a related activity, trawl the local craft stores for interesting fabric, quirky haberdashery, and other fun goodies. I'll let you know how I get on!


xx Tina 

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  1. Canadian Abroad13 July 2012 at 07:48

    Have a brilliant time! You may even rediscover sunshine. How cool would that be?!

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  2. Di13 July 2012 at 08:01

    Have a great time. Sleep well and enjoy summer the other side of the pond. Di x

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  3. Sarah13 July 2012 at 12:07

    Enjoy your break Tina!

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  4. Linda Coleman13 July 2012 at 14:01

    enjoy your trip and don't forget to show us your photos

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  5. Tina20 July 2012 at 15:05

    Thanks, everyone! As you can see, I'm having a blast here in New Hampshire!!

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