THAT WAS SO COOL!! I had never seen a shuttle launch before, and Tim and I were lucky enough to see the last Discovery launch on February 24, 2011. Other launch veterans told us it was disappointing because of low clouds, but I thought it was pretty amazing.
My trip to Florida also allowed me a trip to a quilt shop called Boutique 4 Quilters. This is a beautiful shop in West Melbourne, Florida. Easy to find, this place has plenty of inspiration for everyone, and it was busy. Must have been full of us snow birds. Great service and their prices are in line with most quilt shops I have visited. I purchased a bag pattern, hardware for the bag (d-rings, purse feet, etc.) and a yard of fabric for just under $40. If you are looking for traditional fabrics (such as primitives and civil war), this is not the place for you. This shop's theme is mainly bright and modern with plenty of Amy Butler fabric and other brights. The service was amazing with a gorgeous, sweet 10-year old Golden Retriever greeting me at the door. She also puts her front feet on the counter when you check out as she gets a treat anytime she hears the register. Check out this shop at http://www.boutique4quilters.com/. If you are on the Space Coast, stop by and you won't be disappointed. Plus, just two doors down is a little bar where the husband can get a beverage while you shop!!
Our next stop was Orlando. Tim and I then ventured on to Orlando for the remainder of our trip. We went to Universal City the first day and enjoyed something from nearly every bar there. Margaritaville, Hard Rock, etc. We were such tourists!!
The next day it was into the park. We ventured into the park and did everything a child and adult would want to do. We must have picked a great time of year, because the longest wait we had was about 10 minutes. We enjoyed dinner at the Hard Rock cafe. We highly recommend their macaroni and cheese. Yummy.
That evening was a BLAST!! First came the Mardi Gras parade that began at around 8:00. We got so many beads that my neck was sore. Please keep in mind that this is Universal Studios, so the parade was G rated. Then off we went to see the Blue Man Group. Front row seats included a poncho. I was nervous. This was sooooooo much fun. From the great percussion, to the comedy, to their really amazing band, this is a must see. You can bring kids to this and they would enjoy it as much as we did.
Sunday evening . . . relaxed in our suite with Chinese take-out and the Oscars. Ahhhh.
Next adventure . . . March 26, 2011 Quilting and Sewing Expo at the Fox Valley Technical College in Oshkosh. Brenda and I are taking classes from Fun and Done (quilt as you go) to organizing your sewing room, which I so desperately need If there are any amazing tricks or tools, I will definitely share them.
More from the sewing room later!!
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