May Star #2

I am honored to introduce my other May Star named Terry Straubel , and I hope you visit her blog called Terry'sLife.

Terri told me that she is a beginning quilter, but I am truly surprised that she said that, as her work is just gorgeous. I really enjoyed her interview, and I found that we have much in common as far as our hobbies, and I also love Sally Field and Johnny Depp..

Here is Terry's interview, and do enjoy getting to know a really talented and lovely person.

Name: Terry Straubel

Hi everyone. First of all I would like to thank Micki for inviting me to be a guest speaker on her blog. What an honor it is, as I have never done this before, and secondly because I enjoy your blog so much and now I am a part of it.

A Bit About Me: I am a mother of 4 who raised her family in the suburbs of lower Michigan. Ten years ago, when all but my youngest were on their own, I moved up north to the land of forests and lakes. It was here that I met my second husband Ted, and together we have 7 children and 8 grandchildren! I am now retired and enjoying the nature that surrounds me. I no longer wish to be in a big city with the noise, the crowds and the hustle and bustle! I love the quiet, easy going small town life. Watching the birds at my feeders is now a fun activity.
My hobbies are currently acrylic painting, gardening, and quilting. I must say though that I have not been quilting very long and am learning as I go. Most of my projects are probably pretty basic but have been a lot of fun for me to do. And most of these projects have been made for others, which makes it even more fun!

What Inspires Me: I am most inspired when I see the talent and creativity of others. It's like WOW! Why didn't I think of that? Or WOW! I'd love to try that! Just walk into a quilt shop and inspiration is hanging on all of the walls! Nature in all of it's beauty also inspires me. When I paint I like to do nature sceneWhat I Love to Do the Most Creatively: All of the above! Even my gardening is creativity in motion! If I don't like the way a plant looks in one spot I move it to another, add a little color here and a little over there! With my quilting it is creating something that I think someone else would really enjoy. My Favorite Fabric and Designer: I have to confess that I don't have a favorite designer. I could look at the different work from several people, and probably find something I like from each one of them. With fabric I just walk through the rows of color and something will jump out at me! I often see a fabric that I have to stop and touch and think " Wow, this is beautiful, what could I make with this?" lol, unfortunately there are too many such fabrics! But I guess the bright floral's and batiks are at the top of my list right now.

UFO I Intend to Finish First: I have a twin size quilt put away that I really would like to get done.

What's on the Design Wall Now: I have just cut all the squares and laid them out for a quilt for my son. It has an Indian and bird theme. He is sure to like it.

Who Would I Love to Meet: Gosh?????? I always admired Sally Fields, and I drool over Johnny Depp! Not very deep and profound here is it!

If I Had One Wish: I would love to see government run honestly, and fairly, and to have Peace, Health and Prosperity for all!

Plans for the Future: New counter tops for the kitchen will be installed within the week. Then to remove the old carpet and put in new floors. House does need some updating! Also want to visit my out of state children and grandchildren.

Thank you again Micki, it has been wonderful chatting with you and your readers.

I wanted to thank you Terry...What an awesome interview!