Category Archives: Into Eastern Russia

Caught in a Moment of Preparation

Posted on January 23, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

This young lady is a studen in Glasgow, and has a wonderful voice. as you read her article, you will see what a great grasp she has not only on performing, but on life in general. Thank you, Charlotte. Charlotte … Continue reading →

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The Wonders of Technology

Posted on January 20, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

On Saturday I was out shopping. Mostly necessary things, but time to look for treats as well. David had told me about the new case/keyboard combo that is out for tablets and iPads. We looked in City Mall, but they … Continue reading →

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An Unusual Sunday Morning

Posted on January 19, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

Today, January 19, is the Feast of the Epiphany according to the old Julian calendar, which the Orthodox Church in Russia follows.  It is also the day of celebrating the baptism of Jesus – and for that reason, the date … Continue reading →

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Sunset

Posted on January 18, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

An amazing day with the kind of skies I grew up with in Saskatchewan. As we walked Snoopy this evening (5 pm) the sun was just setting.  Where it set was a brilliant red-pink, but the sky above it was … Continue reading →

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Sunrise

Posted on January 18, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

I was in Gagarin Park at 9 am this morning. It was clear and bitterly cold. The sunrise was close, and the clouds over the mountains were exquisite.

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Out In The Snow

Posted on January 17, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

Thursday morning I finally got the chance to try out my new cross-country skis.  There was a bus going to the track, and an instructor as part of the price…….something I could not miss out of.  It has been 35 … Continue reading →

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The Office Party

Posted on January 13, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

David invited the staff from his office to our house for a BBQ on Saturday.  He planned to make beer-can chicken…….. he said there could be 20 people show up.  I have to admit that I go into a bit … Continue reading →

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“Dyeing to Design”

Posted on January 10, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

Last Saturday, I began an online quilt class called “Dyeing to Design”.  It is on the Academy of Quilting website, and taught by Elizabeth Barton, whom I have taken classes with twice before.  I can’t recommend her highly enough….  and … Continue reading →

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New Years Day – Korsakov Revisited

Posted on January 9, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

The first time we drove down to Korsakov, it was the end of September, and a brilliant, sunny autumn day. Now, in the dead of winter, it is an entirely different picture. New Years Day was Sue’s last day of … Continue reading →

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Dyeing To Quilt

Posted on January 5, 2014 by kuwaitquilter

About a month ago, a friend in South Africa showed us her results from dyeing fabric using ice.  I had never heard of such a thing before, but was intrigued, especially when I discovered that snow would work as well. … Continue reading →

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