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Friday, May 8, 2009
The Baby Quilts Book
I mentioned a few weeks ago that I was excited to have a couple designs in this book, but at that point I hadn't received my contributor's copy. Now that I have an actual copy of the book, have read (and reread) the text and oohed and aahed over the quilts, I am even more thrilled to have been included. Along with a spectrum of fun, and contemporary quilts, there's a an extensive techniques section that, I think, makes these projects very doable for sewers from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. Also, there's a bunch of cute little extras that enhance the essential charm of the book.
Extras like this:
Rather than have a traditional picture of each of the designers, the author, Linda Kopp, had each contributor send a baby picture to be included along with their design. It's just a little thing, but I enjoyed flipping through the pages and looking at everyone's baby picture. It made for a sweet experience. I also loved the excerpts from questionairres the designers filled out. I'm familiar with the work of quite a few of these women through flickr and the blogosphere and it was fun to hear more about them.
I think it's a fresh look at baby quilts and I'm proud to be included. I'm also giving away a copy of the book. The nice folks at Lark Books (the publisher) are offering a free copy of the book to one of my blog readers. That's you! All you have to do is leave a comment and I'll put your name in the drawing for the book. I'll take comments through Sunday at 8:00pm CST and announce the winner as part of Mini Quilt Monday.
Good luck and have a terrific weekend!
135 comments:
- ~Michelle~ said...
Ooh fun! The book sounds really cute with how it's laid out - so I would love to win a copy!
- May 8, 2009 at 12:31:00 PM CST
- Sarah said...
look at those cute baby cheeks! i would love to win a copy of the book, always loving quilty inspiration!
- May 8, 2009 at 12:32:00 PM CST
- Hannah said...
- May 8, 2009 at 12:34:00 PM CST
- ArtShades said...
It sounds lovely. I never managed to make a quilt for my twin sons so I'd love to make one for my god daughter!
- May 8, 2009 at 12:34:00 PM CST
- suequilts said...
Wow, all the books and article and stuff you're doing lately. You go girl! I love the simple design of the cover of the book too.
- May 8, 2009 at 12:35:00 PM CST
- Rachael Adele said...
Thanks for being so generous!
- May 8, 2009 at 12:37:00 PM CST
- Marissa said...
This book looks so fun, I would love to win a copy! Thanks for sharing.
- May 8, 2009 at 12:38:00 PM CST
- Pikku- Kettu said...
The book looks wonderful! :)
- May 8, 2009 at 12:38:00 PM CST
- Lori said...
I've been lurking for a while now... Is it okay to delurk and say I love your work and I would love a copy?
(I do... both love your work and would love a copy!)
- May 8, 2009 at 12:39:00 PM CST
- Emily said...
I would love a copy of the book, I'm at the age now where my friends are starting to have babies and I enjoy being able to make them quilts. The book looks like it would provide some great inspiration!
- May 8, 2009 at 12:40:00 PM CST
- Connie said...
Congrats on being included in the book, it sounds wonderful.
- May 8, 2009 at 12:42:00 PM CST
- epban said...
I paged through the book a few weeks ago and loved all the projects! Count me in please!
- May 8, 2009 at 12:44:00 PM CST
- Karen said...
oooh! the book looks awesome! I'm very much in need of some fresh baby quilt inspiration!
- May 8, 2009 at 12:46:00 PM CST
- mjb said...
I am excited to see a copy of this!
- May 8, 2009 at 12:47:00 PM CST
- Anita said...
Woohoo! I haven't had a chance to look through the book, but from what I've seen around the net, it looks awesome! Love the baby picture.
- May 8, 2009 at 12:47:00 PM CST
- Steph said...
Congratulations on contributing to the book! You're someone to look up to for fiber art students like myself. :)
- May 8, 2009 at 12:47:00 PM CST
- Two Dogs and a Quilt said...
Congrats to you! I just saw a copy at the bookstore yesterday. Would love a copy.
- May 8, 2009 at 12:51:00 PM CST
- yahaira said...
that book looks so freaking cute
I can't wait to see it at the bookstore
- May 8, 2009 at 12:57:00 PM CST
- Melissa said...
This would be so helpful since I have so many pregnant friends! :)
- May 8, 2009 at 1:04:00 PM CST
- Bri said...
I'd love to win a copy!!
- May 8, 2009 at 1:05:00 PM CST
- PrairiePeasant said...
Congratulations! Haven't seen the book here yet--would love a copy!
- May 8, 2009 at 1:08:00 PM CST
- JulieFrick said...
Of course I'd LOVE to be included in the drawing! I've been watching your Flickr stream closely since you posted those shots. Absolutely fantastic projects!
- May 8, 2009 at 1:12:00 PM CST
- bedelia said...
oh looks like I could get ideas for my upcoming 3rd baby.
- May 8, 2009 at 1:14:00 PM CST
- mary said...
You are adorable! Your picture looks so antique--but you look so young! :-)
Would love a copy of the book.
- May 8, 2009 at 1:16:00 PM CST
- Trina said...
The book looks fantastic! Winning a copy would pretty much make my year.
- May 8, 2009 at 1:16:00 PM CST
- Amy said...
This book looks absolutely gorgeous and I'm dying to see what projects you have included, because your creations are always so gorgeous! Pick me! Pick me!! ;)
- May 8, 2009 at 1:20:00 PM CST
- Chveya said...
Cute baby picture, and I love that the quilts for the book aren't the typical pastells. That book would be lovely inspiration and guidance for me to finish my baby's quilt before she turns 1!
- May 8, 2009 at 1:22:00 PM CST
- Ashley said...
Love the book - I only had a chance to briefly look through it at the bookstore, but would love a copy! Thanks for the chance!
- May 8, 2009 at 1:27:00 PM CST
- Funky Kim said...
I'd love that book for my sewing room bookshelf! Woot!
- May 8, 2009 at 1:30:00 PM CST
- Han said...
I have to agree the cover of the book is absolutely gorgeous - very now! I shall certainly look out for it in my local store.
- May 8, 2009 at 1:32:00 PM CST
- Kris said...
congrats on the book and I love your work so I would definitely love to win a copy
- May 8, 2009 at 1:33:00 PM CST
- Amy said...
What a great title. I cannot wait to get my hands on this one.
- May 8, 2009 at 1:34:00 PM CST
- Christina said...
I've had the book favorited on Amazon since before it's release, but haven't got a copy for myself yet. It's so fun to see some of my favorite blog authros as contributors to the book. Congrats on your contribution.
- May 8, 2009 at 1:34:00 PM CST
Sounds like a great book! Please include me!
- May 8, 2009 at 1:35:00 PM CST
- Sadie said...
I'm just getting started quilting and have loads of nieces, nephews and godchildren who would love a quilt!
- May 8, 2009 at 1:37:00 PM CST
- Eliza said...
This sounds like a great book! Congratulations on being included!
- May 8, 2009 at 1:41:00 PM CST
This looks like a fantistic book. Congratulations. Would LOVE to have it to make quilts for my grand babies. Thanks.
- May 8, 2009 at 1:47:00 PM CST
- Liz said...
Just getting started quilting AND I have my first baby on the way!! What a wonderful coincidence. :)
- May 8, 2009 at 1:49:00 PM CST
- sugarcreekstuff said...
What a sweet book. I have no babies anymore, mine is turning 13 but I would still like to be in the drawing.
- May 8, 2009 at 1:50:00 PM CST
- Robyn said...
Looks like a great book! It'll be nice to see something different out there for baby quilts...
- May 8, 2009 at 1:58:00 PM CST
- Isa said...
Ohh, I would LOVE to win a copy of this book. The projects in it looks really exciting.
- May 8, 2009 at 2:01:00 PM CST
- Andrea said...
What a cute book! I would love a copy for some inspiration this Spring (Baby Season!).
- May 8, 2009 at 2:24:00 PM CST
- Kristin L said...
I've been seeing peeks of the book on the blogs and it looks wonderful. It's so nice to see a fresh and different take on baby quilts. :-) Oh, and congratulations to you for being part of it.
- May 8, 2009 at 2:29:00 PM CST
- Cindra said...
The book looks wonderful. Hope I win the copy
- May 8, 2009 at 2:31:00 PM CST
- Radha said...
Wow! Congrats on having your ideas published.
Would love to get a copy!
- May 8, 2009 at 2:32:00 PM CST
- rebecca said...
what a fun looking book! congrats on getting included in the book.
- May 8, 2009 at 2:38:00 PM CST
oh...i love to make baby quilts! please add me to the drawing.
- May 8, 2009 at 2:44:00 PM CST
- 4todds said...
The book looks great and will surely be a great seller. So happy for you and your success. Also enjoyed seing your studio space in Studios magazine this month. I would love to win a copy of Quilts Baby!
- May 8, 2009 at 2:54:00 PM CST
- Cynthia said...
Congratulations! I make baby quilts a lot and would love some new perspective!
- May 8, 2009 at 2:55:00 PM CST
- K said...
Oh it looks great! And I want one... ^_^
- May 8, 2009 at 3:06:00 PM CST
- Casey said...
great! I'd love to get my hands on a copy :)
- May 8, 2009 at 3:10:00 PM CST
- gwensmom said...
Your baby pic is adorable! And I have been wanting this book, so put my name in.
- May 8, 2009 at 3:14:00 PM CST
- Megan said...
Oh, man! I have so many baby quilts to make. This would be heavenly. And I *love* the idea to put in the baby pics of contributors. So sweet!
- May 8, 2009 at 3:21:00 PM CST
- Tracy said...
I'd be over the moon to win this. Congrats on being a contributor.
- May 8, 2009 at 3:28:00 PM CST
- Frogdancer said...
The baby pics... excellent idea.
Congratulations. It must be lovely to see your creations in a book.
- May 8, 2009 at 3:31:00 PM CST
Congratulations! It looks like a terrific book. I love all of your work. You inspire me!
- May 8, 2009 at 3:50:00 PM CST
- junglewife said...
What a fun-looking book! I'd LOVE to win it!
- May 8, 2009 at 3:58:00 PM CST
- Mushyhed said...
Congratulations on being included in the book. I'd love to win a copy!!
- May 8, 2009 at 4:18:00 PM CST
- the Campfollower said...
YAY you! There are some really wonderful designers in this book. I have been admiring it over on Amazon.
- May 8, 2009 at 4:25:00 PM CST
- Lily Boot said...
Just the cover is tantalising! So simple and different - and I have a new niece or nephew arriving in the first week on November so some fresh ideas would be perfect! Well done on having your work included - how very lovely. :-)
- May 8, 2009 at 4:26:00 PM CST
- Annalee said...
- May 8, 2009 at 4:59:00 PM CST
- Sidney said...
My first grandchild is on the way! I would love a copy of the book for inspiration.
- May 8, 2009 at 5:11:00 PM CST
- Deb said...
I have a 2 month old baby girl named Silvie and I would love to make her some modern baby quilts.
- May 8, 2009 at 5:46:00 PM CST
- Kris said...
What a lovely book! You have every right to be proud of your association with it! Have a great weekend.
- May 8, 2009 at 5:46:00 PM CST
Congratulations! I am a fan of your art quilts and fabric, and a lurker/reader of your blog. Thanks for this chance to win the charming book, and the opportunity to finally say hello.
- May 8, 2009 at 5:53:00 PM CST
- Jennifer said...
It looks like a lovely book indeed. If it's half as inspiring as your blog, it will be fabulous.
- May 8, 2009 at 6:00:00 PM CST
- The WoodLand School said...
This book looks fantastic!
What an adorable baby photo :-)
- May 8, 2009 at 6:12:00 PM CST
- Buzz's Food Lady said...
oh, yes, can I please?
I hope that this comment is made of win because I have been craving that book!
- May 8, 2009 at 6:13:00 PM CST
- C. Jaeger said...
Fun! Thanks!
- May 8, 2009 at 6:25:00 PM CST
- connie said...
Oh how cool! I love Lark books they do such a nice job. I would love a copy.
- May 8, 2009 at 6:26:00 PM CST
- Candied Fabrics said...
Ooh! This looks like a cool, modern baby quilts book! Congrats!
- May 8, 2009 at 6:46:00 PM CST
- Melissa said...
looks like an awesome book!
- May 8, 2009 at 7:14:00 PM CST
Love the title and the concept - baby quilts are the best. Thanks for the opportunity!
- May 8, 2009 at 7:25:00 PM CST
- Artsy Momma said...
I want! (Childish to say I know, but I figured its fitting, besides thats how I really feel!)
- May 8, 2009 at 7:47:00 PM CST
- janssendesigns said...
This book looks wonderful! Thanks for the chance to win a copy!
- May 8, 2009 at 8:48:00 PM CST
- I Love Baby Quilts! said...
I desperately want to win! I have "baby quilts" in my blog name, that alone should make me a shoo-in!
- May 8, 2009 at 9:20:00 PM CST
- Leisurely Lesley said...
Perfect timing. I'm ready and able to make a baby quilt.
- May 8, 2009 at 9:20:00 PM CST
- melissa s. said...
congrats! what a sweet baby pic!
- May 8, 2009 at 9:45:00 PM CST
- Dawn said...
Looking forward to seeing the book, lucky or not.
- May 8, 2009 at 9:46:00 PM CST
- Hillary said...
Your book looks very cute, I've been looking for an interesting take on quilting, to get back into it. I will track it down! :) Congratulations!
- May 8, 2009 at 9:54:00 PM CST
I am a mad keen baby quilt maker. I would welcome some new found inspiration.
- May 8, 2009 at 10:31:00 PM CST
- katy said...
ooooo, fingers (and toes) are soo crossed! A baby quilt book with *modern* designs? A must have for my quilt book library!!
- May 9, 2009 at 1:00:00 AM CST
Looks like a lovely book - the cover itself invites a closer look. Think your work is gorgeous.
- May 9, 2009 at 1:11:00 AM CST
- Tally said...
I saw this book on blogs before and always thought it must be nice to get.
Now there's the chance.
Thanks for running the give-away.
- May 9, 2009 at 1:56:00 AM CST
- mathea said...
That looks like an inspiring book, and would be really great to have as I seem to be surrounded by expecting mothers lately! And the small part of your design that we see in the picture, below your sweet baby cheeks, looks really intriguing!
- May 9, 2009 at 3:23:00 AM CST
- RED PEPPER QUILTS said...
Thanks for the give-away! I would love to win a copy of this book! Congratulations for being included in this book. Well done!
- May 9, 2009 at 3:27:00 AM CST
- CabbageQuilts said...
Oooh yes please!! Congratulations on getting some of your work into a book xo
- May 9, 2009 at 5:06:00 AM CST
- Margarita said...
Wow - the book looks fab - congratulations on being involved. I'll be an aunty for the first time this year and I'm excited! I need inspiration for my first ever quilt and this book could be the trick!
- May 9, 2009 at 5:16:00 AM CST
bravo pour ce livre, je suis grand maman bientôt de 7 petits enfants et je suis toujours à la recherche de modèle. Marianne
- May 9, 2009 at 5:19:00 AM CST
- KF said...
Congratulations! I've been waiting for a long time to see this book! Fingers crossed!
- May 9, 2009 at 5:59:00 AM CST
- Linda T said...
Count me in! I'd love a new book to browse. Thanks!
- May 9, 2009 at 6:10:00 AM CST
- ezeldabeth said...
i have been holding off on starting a quilt for our newest-to-be addition to our family, 2 weeks ago they said he had less than a 5% chance for survival...yesterday, they said his situation is resolving - its a miracle! i would love to win this so that i could start on his quilt!
- May 9, 2009 at 6:13:00 AM CST
- Jeni said...
wow, what a great book. i can't wait to see it. i have baby quilts on the brain... little one is due 7/11! congrats!
- May 9, 2009 at 7:05:00 AM CST
- Pat said...
I have looked often but never commented. Love the photo of you as a baby. And really enjoy your energy and and your artistry.
- May 9, 2009 at 7:18:00 AM CST
- Sharon said...
The book looks like one I'll want to buy, if I don't win it. ;) Love the baby picture.
- May 9, 2009 at 7:47:00 AM CST
- jannza said...
I am so impressed. The book is lovely and the idea to add baby pictures is so clever. Seeing those sweet faces is just too much.
- May 9, 2009 at 7:56:00 AM CST
- Tara said...
Oh, I'll look for it at the bookstore! Is it already out or when is it's relaese? Especially excited about the techniques section!
- May 9, 2009 at 8:19:00 AM CST
- two hippos said...
The book looks great!
- May 9, 2009 at 8:50:00 AM CST
- Julie Alvarez said...
Oh, Malka, this is so good! I am happy that you are in so many publications... You deserve it.
And thank you for sharing this giveaway.
- May 9, 2009 at 10:48:00 AM CST
- Cricket said...
The cover is adorable! I can't wait to see more from the inside. I just saw the new Cloud 9 organic baby fabric, and now, seeing this, my brain starts clicking and clicking... Dangerous.
- May 9, 2009 at 12:41:00 PM CST
- Martys Fiber Musings said...
How wonderful...what a little cutie. I would love to win one of these. Congrats on being a part of it.
- May 9, 2009 at 2:28:00 PM CST
- Andi said...
Looks like a lovely book.
Count me in!!
Andi :-)
- May 9, 2009 at 3:42:00 PM CST
- Emily said...
Very exciting! Congratulations!
- May 9, 2009 at 4:47:00 PM CST
- Panos ao Vento said...
I love learning new things, especially sewing for children. I would love to receive your book and learn more about your beautiful work. Many Congratulations on your work!
- May 9, 2009 at 5:51:00 PM CST
- Dawn Stitches said...
Beautiful book! By the way, I bought your DVD lately from Quilt Works (I think that's the company). Truly wonderful information!
- May 9, 2009 at 6:29:00 PM CST
- Lasso the Moon said...
How exciting! Thanks for giving us the chance to win such an adorable book. I can't wait to read it for myself.
- May 9, 2009 at 6:32:00 PM CST
- Kathy said...
I'm getting into my stash after a few years of being too busy... because my brother just adopted a new baby girl last week. I could use a good baby quilt book!
Congratulations on your inclusion.
- May 9, 2009 at 7:33:00 PM CST
A lovely book, definitely one to own whether bought or won!
- May 9, 2009 at 7:49:00 PM CST
- uberstitch said...
Congrats on being included. I sure have lots of baby quilts to make....
- May 9, 2009 at 8:00:00 PM CST
- Marie said...
I admire your quilts so much - they are gorgeous. I have only ever sewn one, and I haven't finished washing up the binding fabric that I dyed.
- May 9, 2009 at 10:51:00 PM CST
- leslie said...
oh, i would LOVE to get my hands on that book! thanks for the generosity : )
- May 10, 2009 at 4:21:00 AM CST
This looks like a beautiful book!
- May 10, 2009 at 8:23:00 AM CST
- Nancy said...
Oh, pick me! I would love to have a copy of your splendid book. I like the idea of the authors' baby photos being included.
- May 10, 2009 at 9:14:00 AM CST
- Shasta said...
Oh it looks beautiful - congratulations! Please enter me in the drawing.
- May 10, 2009 at 9:17:00 AM CST
I know I would love to give this book to my sister!! Congratulations!
- May 10, 2009 at 9:19:00 AM CST
- Gonçalo Forte said...
I hope that i am the lucky person to win the book. Thank You
- May 10, 2009 at 9:45:00 AM CST
Love your fabric, pillows and quilts---looks like acute book, too!
- May 10, 2009 at 9:46:00 AM CST
- klwkent said...
I would love to win this!!! All my friends are having babies and this would be perfect!!
- May 10, 2009 at 11:17:00 AM CST
- Gail Baar said...
Looks like a wonderful book!
- May 10, 2009 at 12:55:00 PM CST
- susan said...
cute book, i also like the baby photo idea. are you still working on YOUR book? inquiring minds would like to know :-)
- May 10, 2009 at 2:06:00 PM CST
- Dot said...
Congratulations on another book inclusion---this has been a good year for you. Having the book would really help as I have a few baby quilts to make in the months ahead.
- May 10, 2009 at 3:07:00 PM CST
Just discovered you through Red Fish Circle. The Etsy shop has me drooling... I love your designs and color combinations. The book looks great - would love to have it as inspiration for gifting expectant friends!
- May 10, 2009 at 5:11:00 PM CST
- pklaw said...
Love the creative way the book shows baby pics! I would love to see every page and the inspiration it holds! Congrats on being included!
- May 10, 2009 at 6:31:00 PM CST
- Kristen said...
what a mothers day this would be if you picked me!
- May 10, 2009 at 8:43:00 PM CST
two nieces ready to drop a cute bundle and a friend with premmie twins! this book is just what i need regards janelle
- May 11, 2009 at 7:16:00 AM CST
- Jen said...
Ooh, I have a brand-new nephew, and since it's spring, I was thinking Quilt! insted of Sweater! A little inspiration would surely not go astray.
- May 11, 2009 at 11:29:00 AM CST
- Lynn said...
Is it too late? I had a busy weekend. Would love this book!
- May 11, 2009 at 12:00:00 PM CST
what a beautiful book I can't wait to see it!
- May 11, 2009 at 6:38:00 PM CST
- Batixa said...
I want this book for so long...
- May 12, 2009 at 4:50:00 AM CST
Looks beautiful. Can't wait to see it in person.
- May 13, 2009 at 8:41:00 AM CST
- StitchinSista said...
Based on your quilts we always see, I am trying to picture a baby quilt Malka version... very interesting and thrilled to see the one you made for this book!
- May 16, 2009 at 8:34:00 PM CST
- Tamar said...
How did I not know your designs were going to be appearing in a baby quilts book? One way or another, it will be coming to live on my crafting bookshelf!
- May 17, 2009 at 5:20:00 PM CST
- Anne said...
such a fun book! thanks for the giveaway
- June 3, 2009 at 11:17:00 PM CST
- Andie said...
What a neat book. thanks for thinking of all your blog readers. Congratulations.
- September 16, 2009 at 2:52:00 PM CST
- December 20, 2009 at 10:02:00 AM CST

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Friday, December 7, 2012
So Hard to Say Goodbye
112 comments:
- Henhurst Interiors said...
I am so sorry for your loss, Rosemary. She must have given you the strength you feel, and you were clearly a wonderful daughter to her as she was a such a mother to you.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:11 AM
- Lee Owenby said...
So sorry for your loss. Your Mother was blessed to have such a caring daughter.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:14 AM
- Viper said...
I'm sorry for your loss, and it's wonderful that the two of you were able to share so much.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:16 AM
- Sand Castles and Snow Forts said...
Prayers of peace to you.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:17 AM
Deepest sympathy. You will always have your mother in your heart.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:18 AM
- YONKS said...
I am so very sorry for your loss but your attitude towards it is amazing. It's a passing we all wish for, quietly and painlessly in her sleep. What a wonderful last 10 years you had together. You are blessed. My thoughts and love are with you dear one.
Much love
- December 7, 2012 at 9:24 AM
- Marilyn said...
My deepest sympathy. You did your best for her right until the end. Now take care of you and give yourself time.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:29 AM
- Teri said...
I am so sorry for your loss.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:29 AM
Thinking of you dear Rosemary!
- December 7, 2012 at 9:44 AM
- Coastal Cottage Dreams said...
My thoughts and prayers are with you!
- December 7, 2012 at 9:46 AM
My heart goes out to you, Rosemary.
Be very, very good to yourself in the coming days.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:50 AM
my deepest sympathy, take care
- December 7, 2012 at 9:51 AM
- Karen L. said...
Rosemary, I was sorry to read this post about you losing your Mom but happy to see that she passed away in the way she wanted to. The fact that you did all you possibly could for her both before and after her passing will at least let your mind be at ease. I personally think it is hard for a woman to lose her Mother. Mine left me in the early 90's and I still have this thought every now and then that I want to call and talk to her. Know that the "pain" gets easier with time. But of course time takes time so give yourself that. Take care and let friends help if needed. God Bless!
- December 7, 2012 at 9:54 AM
- coasterkim said...
I am so sorry to hear this but I know your memories will comfort you during this time. Praying for you!
- December 7, 2012 at 9:57 AM
Give sweet Webster a warm hug, and permit him to help with your healing. And be kind to yourself.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:59 AM
- Kathy said...
Dear Rosemary,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Losing your mother has to be one of the most painful losses in life. My heart goes out to you.
You were a wonderful daughter.
With sympathy,
( I lost my mom 4 years ago , I'll miss my mom for the rest of my life.)
- December 7, 2012 at 10:00 AM
I am so sorry you have lost you dear sweet mother.
I send you love,light and prayers from the prairies of Canada.
- December 7, 2012 at 10:03 AM
- Tara Dillard said...
Thank you for sharing your mother with us.
Looking forward to you sharing MORE about her in the years to come.
Amazing how love still grows after we lose someone.
Garden & Be Well, XO Tara
- December 7, 2012 at 10:03 AM
My head is in my hands, the tears are down my cheeks, you move me in so many ways and you always have every day, to read your blog is to confront a rare kind of elegance face to face. You have never been more elegant than you are today, to know you is to know your Mother as well, two remarkable women. Thank you for sharing yourselves with us, you are both in my heart today, my tears are for you both.
- December 7, 2012 at 10:06 AM
Dear Rosemary. I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My favortite pictures have been pictures of her interacting with your fur babies. We cannot prepare for this one. goodbye comes way too early no matter their age. I am glad she went gently and quietly. my prayers are with you.
Island girl, USA
- December 7, 2012 at 10:07 AM
Peace and comfort be with you, Rosemary, as these now are with Anna completely.
Today, I shall be celebrating Anna's life and yours together. That you have allow me to share in this lovely story, is a gift I will cherish always.
- December 7, 2012 at 10:28 AM
- tammy j said...
i read this somewhere a long time ago ...
there are three great glories.
a young girl's first love
a woman holding her babe in her arms for the first time ... and
a fine old lady on her way home to god.
and your mother was such a lady.
her presence will be ever with you rosemary. i know my own mother's still is with me.
love to you dear heart.
- December 7, 2012 at 10:33 AM
- Mama Pea said...
Sending heartfelt sympathy to you on the loss of your mother. You made it possible for her to leave this life in the manner she wished. What a special relationship you and she had. Rejoice and find comfort in all your most loving memories!
- December 7, 2012 at 10:37 AM
- Kate I said...
I'm so very sorry for your loss Rosemary. It doesn't matter how old our parents are or how old we are, it's such an immense loss. I went through this with my father just 2 months ago and I know what you mean about feeling strong at the time and yet there's just such a feeling of finality and closure when we become the orphan. It's a universal event in that it happens to everyone, everywhere and yet it's is so deeply, deeply personal. Webster will help you through this.
Sending love and hugs, Kate
- December 7, 2012 at 10:43 AM
- Vickie H. said...
So sorry for your loss! Her going as she wished is indeed a divine gift. I will keep you in my prayers in the days and weeks to come as you attempt to adjust to a new kind of "normal". You were a blessing to your mother and a wonderful daughter.
- December 7, 2012 at 10:45 AM
- Diane said...
My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Rosemary. All those wonderful memories of her will be a comfort to you down the road. I'm glad you are feeling strong.
Please remember to be gentle with yourself in the coming days.
- December 7, 2012 at 10:54 AM
- Nancy said...
What a blessed mother and daughter. My deepest condolences.
- December 7, 2012 at 10:56 AM
- Sue said...
I'm so very sorry to hear this. She sounded like such a charming lady. You were lucky to have her. Hugs to you.
- December 7, 2012 at 11:04 AM
- Garden, Home and Party said...
I couldn't get your comments page to open, I am so saddened to hear your news but relieved that your mother died as she would have wished. A blessing indeed. I lost my mother about 2 1/2 years ago and it was a strange feeling to no have the constant love as close as my phone and a visit. We all adjust and it is a circle of life but there will undoubtedly be a void for many years to come. I will hold you in my thoughts this weekend. You were a wonderful daughter and I'm sure your mom cherished the past 10 years as having you as her roommate, along with Webster and Tabitha. :-)
- December 7, 2012 at 11:37 AM
Longtime reader of your blog sending her sympathies to you at this difficult time. Your mother was lucky to have such a caring daughter. Please take care of yourself.
- December 7, 2012 at 11:42 AM
Wrap yourself in your precious memories of your mother and you will be sustained...peace to you.
- December 7, 2012 at 11:52 AM
- Sarajan (Jan to friends!) said...
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Of all the goodbyes we have to say in Life, the one to our mother is the hardest. Prayers being sent your way. -- Jan
- December 7, 2012 at 11:55 AM
Bless you, Rosemary. I lost my Mother 8 years ago and my Mother-in law Nov. 7th. You are a wonderful daughter and your Mother was blessed to have you.
Hugs and prayers to you.
- December 7, 2012 at 12:02 PM
- Sally Thomas said...
God bless you and keep you. I loved all your posts about and pictures of her. She was truly a beautiful woman, and what a blessing to both of you that you could share a house and life together. Your story-in-pictures has been an inspiration.
I'm praying for you in your loss.
- December 7, 2012 at 12:29 PM
- Wendy McDonagh-Valentine said...
I'm so sorry for the passing of your mom. How blessed you are to have had her for 92 years. She will always be with you. Look for the signs and you'll see them. God bless. xo
~ Wendy
- December 7, 2012 at 12:30 PM
Your posts about your mother have been very loving tributes, and I am sorry to read she has passed away. It sounds as if you were both very blessed to have each other, and you must have many, many wonderful memories.
- December 7, 2012 at 12:31 PM
- hron said...
So sorry for your loss, Rosemary. I suspect that you both were extremely blessed by your relationship with one another. Your love lives on.
- December 7, 2012 at 12:36 PM
- Robin@DecoratingTennisGirl said...
Please accept my sincere sympathies. I know what a loss this must be for you and Webster. God Bless.
- December 7, 2012 at 12:36 PM
- billie said...
Your post today touched such a chord with all mothers and daughters. You write about such wonderful memories with your mother and these will help keep her alive. Plus she lives on through all the influence she left in you.
Hug Webster, treasure the time you had with your mom, and know others would alleviate some of your pain if we could.
- December 7, 2012 at 12:53 PM
- JudyMac said...
I just knew that I would open your blog one day and find that your Mother was gone. And it is so very sad. You could not have had a better mother, and she could not have had a better daughter. We will continue to welcome hearing about the many ways your Mother blessed your life and hope you remember to not let us forget her. JudyMac
- December 7, 2012 at 12:55 PM
- South Valley Girl said...
You are both in my thoughts and prayers today - I know exactly what you're going through, I had the same 10-year run with my mother at the end of her life, and I was so glad to be there for her.
Blessings to you -
Christina / SVG
- December 7, 2012 at 1:10 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. All of the stories you have shared about your mother have been filled with beauty. I wish you all the best during this difficult time.
A longtime reader of your blog,
- December 7, 2012 at 1:20 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers to you and Tabitha and Webster.
- December 7, 2012 at 1:24 PM
- Rachy said...
Oh no, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss Rosemary.
Many hugs at this most difficult of times xxx
- December 7, 2012 at 1:34 PM
- Bonnie said...
Rosemary, You are in my heart and thoughts. I am so sorry for your lose. You are a strong woman and a lovingly daughter. Hugs! Bonnie
- December 7, 2012 at 1:36 PM
I've enjoyed your posts for months and feel sad that I haven't told you so before. I've felt carried along with you and your winding, loving path with your mother, and have sent supportive thoughts your way. While your time with her is over, what a treasure you were to her. We all long to not be alone, I think, even though it's evident that we are born and die alone - but, how reassuring it must have been for her to know that you were always there, loving and protective. Well done!
- December 7, 2012 at 1:40 PM
Oh my dear Rosemary... I am so sorry for your loss. You gave your mother the gift of care and your time for many years, what an amazing daughter you are. Just incredible. Thinking of you and sending you thoughts of love and peace... <3
- December 7, 2012 at 1:45 PM
- ladyhawthorne said...
God bless you, may her memory be eternal.
- December 7, 2012 at 1:52 PM
- JulesTX said...
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Glad she was able to pass in her sleep just as she wished.
- December 7, 2012 at 2:15 PM
I am so sorry. I've been following your posts for a while. I know you will miss your Mother. You have been a wonderful daughter. May she rest in peace.
Very sincerely,
- December 7, 2012 at 2:23 PM
- teaorwine said...
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. You remained with her until the end. I lost my mother several years ago and I know it is simply not easy, no matter of the circumstances. I am thinking of you.
my best,
- December 7, 2012 at 3:26 PM
- Barbara said...
Dear Rosemary ~ Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. You and Anna have been in the thoughts and prayers of many of us who have come to know and love you through Content in a Cottage. The grace and charm of your lives together shone through in pictures and stories. May you have peace of heart. Thank you for expressing this profound experience which we have all shared or one day will share. I know you have helped me to see the beauty of life in many ways and you have brought that love of life to the passing of your dear mother in a way that touches my soul. Much love to you, dear lady.
- December 7, 2012 at 3:49 PM
Cara Rosemary,
ti sono vicina in questo momento di grande dolore. Da Firenze ti abbraccio,
- December 7, 2012 at 4:33 PM
Dear Rosemary,
I want to echo Barbara. I am so sorry for your loss but so happy for you that you could honor your mother by caring for her when she needed you. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the coming days. Your blog has become a special part of my day.
- December 7, 2012 at 4:34 PM
- Cheri said...
I've just recently come across your graceful and beautiful blog. And you have just expressed the loss of your mother so gracefully and beautifully as well.
I'm losing my mother by inches to Alzheimer's and your relationship with your mother heartens me and reminds me to be so very thankful for each moment.
You are in my prayers.
- December 7, 2012 at 4:57 PM
I am so sorry Rosemary. I have loved hearing about your relationship with your Mother through your blog. This last picture of her walking Tabitha is so precious. Take care of yourself and know we care.
Doris from Calif.
- December 7, 2012 at 5:12 PM
- Vicki said...
Oh Rosemary,
I am truly saddened for you. For there is always heartache in the loss of a loved one.
Your beautiful mother was indeed fortunate to have such a caring, loving daughter.
You provided her with the very best that a mother could ask for.
You were her Angel, and now she will be yours.
Her presence will be with you always. Take strength from that.
To leave this mortal coil with absolute love and dignity is the very most anyone could ask for.
She was cherished to the last.
You are in my thoughts, dear Rosemary xx
Goodnight dear Anna, sleep well in eternal peace ♥
- December 7, 2012 at 5:21 PM
- Karen said...
I read your blog several times a week and love it so. I have never commented though. Today, through tears, I send you my most heartfelt condolences. Such a loss--there are few words. I said a prayer for you and will be thinking of you as you face your first Christmas without year beautiful mother.
- December 7, 2012 at 5:34 PM
Dear Rosemary I feel as if know you reading your blog from Australia! I'm sitting typing with tears streaming down my face; I'm so proud of the life you have shared with your mum and understand something of how you feel having lost my own mum 18 months ago. Be kind to yourself and allow yourself to grieve xoxox Di
- December 7, 2012 at 5:52 PM
- Donna said...
Thank you for sharing your Mom with us, your blog readers most who have never met you. Many of us are touched by the loss of your Mother, may we all feel Peace and Love, Comfort and Joy. Blessings and strength!
- December 7, 2012 at 6:34 PM
I can only think that you will have no regrets. You did so much for your mother and you speak of her in such warm and loving ways. May she rest in peace and may you find comfort in knowing that you were a wonderful daughter.
- December 7, 2012 at 7:29 PM
- HR said...
Thank you sharing your lovely mother with us. Joy and strength to you.
- December 7, 2012 at 7:31 PM
I too felt opening your blog today that there might be some sad news, and so the tears are flowing. I lost my mom nearly 5 years ago, and not a day goes by that I don't think of her. Your blog is so full of warmth and love. The cozy home you provided for your mom most certainly was a gift you learned from her. I felt like your guest when I would read your posts with photos of you all enjoying your beautiful home and surroundings. You will be in my prayers during this difficult time. I think you are amazing.
- December 7, 2012 at 7:48 PM
I just knew she was ready ...I have followed your story, and it reminds me of my own Dad who passed at age 89... I hated to place him in a nursing home, and have felt guilt, but I think we all know what we can handle. You will feel a strong sense of peace at having done the best you could for your mom. You had a wonderful, loving relationship. My best, Judy
- December 7, 2012 at 8:15 PM
What a blessing to have been with each other the last 10 years. It doesn't matter how old you are or if you are expecting it, it changes your world when you lose your mother.
Prayers and peace to you all.
Cathy S
Wytheville, VA2
- December 7, 2012 at 8:16 PM
- Leslie Shelor said...
You and your mom were both blessed to have each other and that she had such a peaceful end with you there for her. Blessings!
- December 7, 2012 at 8:17 PM
Hold the memories close and she will never be far from you.
- December 7, 2012 at 8:17 PM
- Sharon Hermens said...
Bless you. I am so sorry for your loss. My the memories of your mom give you comfort at this time.
- December 7, 2012 at 8:20 PM
Rosemary, my deepest, heartfelt condolences for the loss of your lovely Mother.
I have followed the progression of the tender care you have taken with her and of her needs. I was taken with (though not surprised by) your insight of when, exactly - and almost to the very minute of crucial need - to seek additional care for her; and how that particular bed in that particular facility opened nearby. All of these things together unfolded in order to assist your Mom's passing in the peaceful way that she wished.
The Universe is always on time.
May this thought be of some solace to you, dear Rosemary, along with the soul-comfort of your faithful and loving cottage companions Webster and Tabitha. We are truly blessed with the devotion of pets in time of great loss.
Many good thoughts from far and near are with you now and in the coming days. Thank you for taking the time to let us, your friends, know.
- December 7, 2012 at 8:21 PM
- helene said...
Rosemary, deepest sympathies. I aspire to be as devoted a daughter as you in my mother's last days.
- December 7, 2012 at 8:23 PM
I am so sad for you but what you did for your Mom was so very caring. I ony hope my children are as wonderful as you have been with your Mom. I love your blog, it is such a peaceful way to end every day. My thoughts are with you. Martha
- December 7, 2012 at 8:38 PM
- ann chamberlain said...
So very sorry for your loss. I have been there! Much love to you as you go through the days ahead.
- December 7, 2012 at 8:46 PM
- ann chamberlain said...
Much love to you as you go through the days ahead. I have been where you are right now. How wonderful to have such lovley memories.
- December 7, 2012 at 8:48 PM
- Deanna said...
Peace to you in the difficult days ahead, Rosemary. Hugs.
- December 7, 2012 at 8:59 PM
- Cynthia said...
I am so sorry for your loss. I loved seeing the pictures of your mom and dogs. I never miss looking at your posts. God Bless!!!
- December 7, 2012 at 9:03 PM
- Millie said...
With heavy hearts we send you loving thoughts across the Great Divide which today, seems especially far our friend. The grace & dignity of Anna's passing echo how she lived her life. Your unstinting support of her final years Rosemary is a poignant testament to all she taught you. Love conquers all.
Millie & MOTH xxxx
- December 7, 2012 at 9:11 PM
- Ann said...
I've been reading your sweet blog regularly for about six months. My mother died suddenly when I was 14 and it has been a major issue in my life to not have her with me. I know you will miss your mom every day like I do, but it seems that so much of her is in you. Your kind and gentle spirit comes through your blog...I'm sure much of that came from her in some way.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:20 PM
I am glad that you were able to be with her. I am sure she knew you cherished the time you and her shared the cottage. I loved the picture you took of her setting on the couch. So sweet.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:23 PM
My deepest sympathy during this very sad time in your life. May the happy memories help you through this sad time. You both were very fortunate to share her last years together.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:25 PM
My sympathy to you.
I was with my mom for the last three years of her life before she died at 99. She was ready to go and said her goodbyes to everyone the last week of her life. She too had a beautiful death for which I am grateful.
The manner of her death will give you peace in the days to come. May memories of your mother's life comfort you in the days ahead. You and I were truly blessed in the gift of our wonderful mothers.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:31 PM
Anna was a beautiful lady with an equally lovely daughter. Thank you for sharing her with us; we will miss her, too. Love and prayers to you and Webster and Tabitha.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:59 PM
Oh,Rosemary, I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.
- December 7, 2012 at 10:01 PM
Bless you, Rosemary. May she rest in peace. Sara, Ohio
- December 7, 2012 at 10:02 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I'm sure she cherished the last years spent with you and Webster and it was a blessing for you to have that time with her.
- December 7, 2012 at 11:11 PM
I'm so sorry, Rosemary for your loss of your mother. What a wonderful daughter you were to your mom--she must have been so very proud of you. May God's peace be with you.
Your friend in Cumming, Georgia
Barbara S.
- December 7, 2012 at 11:43 PM
Dear Rosemary,
Everyone before me has said it much better than I could. Please know how much we all care,
With sincere sympathy,
Janie Horn
- December 7, 2012 at 11:48 PM
- wendyytb said...
God bless you.... I am so sorry for your loss!
- December 8, 2012 at 1:12 AM
- Linda in AZ * said...
* Dearest Rosemary,
Not many mothers & daughters are SO BEAUTIFULLY BLESSED with such an obviously wonderful, close and mutually respectful love & true fondness for each other as you two have shared...
And how many people get to leave for heaven on "their own terms"?
I hope these thoughts help you, at least somewhat, during this most incredibly difficult time in your life.
My darling Mom died when she was only 58, and besides my husband, was my VERY BEST FRIEND... she was incredibly fun, funny, full of life & always busy~~~ seems we were always lkaughing, & many referred to us a "Lucy & Ethel"... Then Daddy died two years later, at 62... So, I KNOW how your heart is breaking, and aching, and I wish I could just give you a big, warm hug...
Since I can't, I will trust in Him to do that, and be there for you...
My most sincere thoughts for you, my friend...
Linda in AZ
- December 8, 2012 at 1:20 AM
I have followed your wonderful blog for some time now and was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your mother but she will always be in your heart so never truly gone.
- December 8, 2012 at 1:40 AM
My heart dropped to my stomach when I read this. I don't want to add to your pain and won't do that. But may I say how lovely and fortunate the two of you were to have each other. My family is a hot mess and what I saw with you two was a loving picture of how family should look. I was always in awe of that, of you and your mother. Bless you, sweet Rosemary.
- December 8, 2012 at 2:07 AM
- Margriet said...
I am so sorry for your loss.But I'm happy for your mother that she could die in the way she wanted and with so much peace. I wish you much strength...it will be empty without her!
- December 8, 2012 at 3:38 AM
so,so sorry for your loss.
but i think you now have a guardien angel watching over you every day till you are together again.
i hope,there will be good friends to carry you through these difficult times.
im sending you prayers and all the strengh that you need.
hugs to dexter and you
- December 8, 2012 at 4:26 AM
- Kleurrijk said...
My condolences to you.
Your message let me remember the day that my mom passed away.
And now you are there. Much love to you as you go through the days ahead. I think of you.
- December 8, 2012 at 4:43 AM
- Lord Cowell said...
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
David and Peter.
- December 8, 2012 at 5:05 AM
- Maria Starzyk said...
I am so very sorry, your mother was so beautiful, with such wonderful style, and I loved reading about her in your blog. Take care
- December 8, 2012 at 5:41 AM
- LANA said...
Oh Rosemary,I am so, so, sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a beautiful and elegant woman, she reminded me of Tasha Tudor, and I always loved the stories you posted about her. You have been a wonderful daughter to her, she was very blessed, as you were blessed to have her as your Mom. Even though I have never met either of you, I feel as if you are my friend and I cried. Please accept my very deepest sympathies and a big hug. This will be a most difficult time for you, but I am certain your Mom is in a beautiful peaceful place now, and watching over you always. Please know that you are not alone, there are many, many people out here who read your blog who share your grief.
- December 8, 2012 at 8:24 AM
A beautiful life. A beautiful death. May you both have peace.
- December 8, 2012 at 8:33 AM
Sending warm and gentle condolences. May you find peace and comfort in cherished memories.
- December 8, 2012 at 8:39 AM
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in all your wonderful memories. You're fortunate to have shared the past years with your mom.
- December 8, 2012 at 8:40 AM
- laney said...
...how blessed you both were...you with your dear mother...she with her precious daughter...every comment you shared about her was filled with love...your mother i am sure left you with a legacy of love...and of prayers...our prayers for one another do not die with us...they are kept in God's heart...and released in His timing...look each day for a prayer said just for you by your mother...and released by your heavenly father...blessings laney
- December 8, 2012 at 8:45 AM
- Carol said...
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. You are blessed to have had her in your life as long as you did. And your mother was blessed to have such a loving daughter. May you find comfort in that.
- December 8, 2012 at 8:50 AM
Having a loving daughter who cares for you in your last years and passing away peacefully in your sleep is all anyone could ever ask. Be comforted in this knowledge. Also know that all of your readers miss her too.
- December 8, 2012 at 9:56 AM
- Bonnie Schulte said...
Your very sad post brought tears to my eyes. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know, after my Mother died 15 years ago, at the age of 85, how empty life felt without her. We were, as you and your Mother were, close in every way. Sweet memories will help in so many ways, as life goes on for you. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers to help you through this sad time..
- December 8, 2012 at 10:11 AM
- Patricia said...
So sad for you. Deepest sympathy.
- December 8, 2012 at 12:09 PM
- Awden said...
I'm sending you, Webster and Tabitha blessings and warm wishes. For every single reply you get to this post, you've got to know that there are 100 people crying too hard along with you to even type thier words of comfort. Heading off for another kleenex now...
- December 8, 2012 at 1:52 PM
- lynne said...
Oh, I'm so sorry to read that your mom has passed on. Your posts have meant so much to me, letting us see a bit of your beautiful relationship with her. I lost my mom twelve years ago last month - hugs to you.
- December 8, 2012 at 5:20 PM
I'm so sad to read these news.
My heart goes out with you as well my prayers.
May you find comfort knowing that the time you shared with her was wonderful and you were happy together.
Cherish those memories.
Please, receive my deepest sympathies and a warm hug in this moment of sorrow.
- December 8, 2012 at 6:16 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. Just want you to know I am thinking of you during this time. A faithful follower - Lori
- December 8, 2012 at 10:18 PM
Dear Rosemary, Thank you for allowing us to have a glimpse into your gracious world, and introducing me to your dear mother Anna, Webster and Tabitha. I feel as if I know them personally. I also lost my 92 year old mother 11 months ago so my prayers are with you and and my heart grieves for your loss. Your love for your mother came through in every word you have ever written of her and I am certain she felt it too. I pray for peace and comfort in the days ahead and also that you would find great joy in remembering the wonderful times you shared together.
Blessings to you,
Tina AZ
- December 9, 2012 at 3:07 AM
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your mom were blessed to have each other.
- December 9, 2012 at 8:56 AM
- The Texas Woman said...
Thinking of you.
- December 17, 2012 at 9:11 PM
- Cynthia L. H. said...
Rosemary, I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies.
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Monday, November 12, 2007
Tuesday: ESPN vs. SPEED Gets Exciting
Tuesday will feature one new program, and one expanded program on the NASCAR TV menu. ESPN2 has expanded NASCAR Now from thirty minutes to one hour in length, and SPEED is offering a one hour special later that night.
NASCAR Now on Tuesday will be hosted by Erik Kuselias, and will feature content from the ESPN on ABC crew of Jerry Punch, Rusty Wallace, and Andy Petree. The ESPN media release about this expanded show indicated that all the pit reporters, NASCAR Now "Insiders" and all the remaining NASCAR analysts and commentators will be contributing to this program. It airs at 6PM Eastern Time.
SPEED created a one hour Championship Week Preview, which will air at 8PM Eastern Time. Krista Voda will host this program from Homestead, alongside of John Roberts and all the rest of the SPEED crew that viewers know so well. The Tuesday show will begin a two day review of the previous three NEXTEL Cup Championships.
SPEED has been in Homestead since Sunday night, and Voda will continue to be the network's "presence" during the week. She has served as the host of the Craftsman Truck Series pre-race show called The Set-Up on SPEED this season, but is an accomplished host with several TV series under her belt.
Tuesday is the first day that SPEED and ESPN2 are out there in un-charted territory, as this is the first season of NASCAR Now, and SPEED has created this preview program specifically for Tuesday evening.
Viewers should watch for the difference between these two networks as they both focus on reviewing the past and previewing the Championship Week leading-up to the Sunday race. SPEED has been a relaxed and friendly partner to NASCAR, with a wide variety of personalities that are involved with the sport as on-air announcers.
ESPN has taken a more formal approach, using a "non-racing experienced" anchor for NASCAR Now this season. The formal "suit and tie" approach that ESPN uses across the board has been very different, and their hunt for hard news has upset several drivers this season.
The network is currently run by an ESPN veteran with a studio production background, so NASCAR Now puts almost all its resources into studio-based content. Both the NASCAR tracks and the Mooresville, NC area where the teams live are treated as being locations from which to "file reports."
SPEED is located in Charlotte, and has the advantage of being right in the NASCAR backyard. Both the NASCAR Images and SPEED studios are within easy driving distance for the NASCAR teams and officials.
Both networks have the people and resources to originate good NASCAR programming, so it should be interesting to see what they create for Tuesday.
Please give us your opinion of the Tuesday offerings by both of these networks. To add your comment to The Daly Planet, simply click on the COMMENTS button below and follow the instructions. There is nothing to join, and we do not want your email address. What we want is your opinion of how your experience has been with the NASCAR TV partners. Thanks for stopping-by.
46 comments:
- Anonymous said...
It's not really head to head. The programs are airing at different times. Not everything has to be "epic" in nature.
- November 12, 2007 at 10:48 PM
- Anonymous said...
JD, will there be a review of this weekends race coverage?
- November 12, 2007 at 10:53 PM
- drh277 said...
PTI talked Nascar today. Let me say that again, Pardon the Interuption talked about Nascar today!!! And get this- Wilbon said that he was at the race in Arizona. ESPN must have paid him a boatload to appear in Arizona.
This is getting disgusting in a hurry.
- November 12, 2007 at 11:25 PM
- Anonymous said...
drh277 said...
This is getting disgusting in a hurry.
November 12, 2007 11:25 PM
I don't understand why you would say that. Those whose you say don't understand the sport, tried to understand it by going to a race.
- November 12, 2007 at 11:33 PM
- drh277 said...
The reason I say "this is getting disgusting in a hurry" is because PTI did not give a Rat's a** last week or last month or last year about Nascar.
Now all of the sudden Wilbon is showing up at a race?
What's that old saying? I was born at night but it wasn't last... I think you know where i'm going with this.
- November 12, 2007 at 11:52 PM
- drh277 said...
Here's more proof of ESPN's disgustingness, in an article by Phil Mushnick of The New York Post from yesterday;
ESPN's and ABC's college football telecasts, starting with Rutgers-Army, Friday night, through a dozen more games well into Saturday night, came welded to the same, relentlessly recurring - pounded - theme: Big NASCAR events were coming on ESPN and ABC. This weekend, next weekend, NASCAR!
Made no difference that not one viewer previously disinclined to watch auto racing was going to watch. Or that NASCAR fans who intended to watch were, at those times, watching football to watch football.
Heck, a fat, over-the-field graphic that at first looked like a starting offensive line in Kansas-Oklahoma State, Saturday, turned out to be NASCAR points leaders. And no one seemed more eager or suited to bang the drums than Brent Musburger, who has been a network shill for even longer than ESPN/ABC has been a shill network.
That's correct, THE NEW YORK POST!!
- November 13, 2007 at 12:50 AM
- Illpolo said...
I think this is a rather tough spot for everyone involved; we have been complaining about more coverage and better coverage from ESPN for the last few months, so now that they have dramatically started talking about it and showing it all the time on the channel with one week remaining, the fans have to figure out whether the coverage is genuine or if they are being forced to do it (We know they are being forced, but there is still a way to do things without shoving it down our throats).
I think we are past the point of thinking that ESPN will get things right within the next week, so the only glimmer of hope with this onslaught of Nascar coverage this week is that maybe ESPN can convince us fans to give them one more chance when it's their turn next season.
- November 13, 2007 at 1:26 AM
- Anonymous said...
drh277 said...
The reason I say "this is getting disgusting in a hurry" is because PTI did not give a Rat's a** last week or last month or last year about Nascar.
Now all of the sudden Wilbon is showing up at a race?
What's that old saying? I was born at night but it wasn't last... I think you know where i'm going with this.
Wilbon has a home in AZ, and spends alot of time there. I beleive it is YOU, who is getting disgusting in a hurry!
- November 13, 2007 at 5:45 AM
- Bill H said...
APC/ESPN did do a Spanish SAP last weekend. I listened for awhile. Though I could only understand a little of it, the 2 announcers wer very enthusiastic and there was no
"dead air". Do you know who they were? Do they have any race broadcasting experience or are they just stand in's?
- November 13, 2007 at 5:47 AM
- Anonymous said...
Made no difference that not one viewer previously disinclined to watch auto racing was going to watch. Or that NASCAR fans who intended to watch were, at those times, watching football to watch football.
This is exactly what we have been saying about ESPN's relentless promotion of football during races.
- November 13, 2007 at 6:31 AM
- Ritchie said...
Of all the things everyone complains about with regards to ESPN, I don't see how we can say that they don't promote the races. Now, maybe the quality of the promotion is lacking, and the enthusiasm shown may leave something to be desired, but they do promote the actual races.
Personally, I don't care whether the ESPN personalities like NASCAR or not. I'm sure that if you work at ESPN, there will always be a sport that you don't like. The thing that bothers me is when they mock a sport (regardless of the sport). As a professional sports host, that should never happen.
For that reason, I applaud Mr. Wilbon if he went to a race. I know for a fact that his sport of preference is NBA basketball, so if he made an effort to go to Sunday's race, I think that is a great. It is an example of profesional sportscaster attempting to become more proficient with his PTI duties.
- November 13, 2007 at 8:18 AM
- Ron P said...
ESPN???? Exciting??? Just more of the same garbage we have had to deal with. No thank you, I'll just pass.
- November 13, 2007 at 8:41 AM
- Kevin in Indy said...
I'm skipping NASCAR Now w/ Eri(k) Kluelessias and anxiously await SPEED's show.
- November 13, 2007 at 8:46 AM
- Lisa Hogan said...
I will test drive the SPEED shows.
JD - Inquiring minds still want to know who lowered the hammer on Friday. Was it NASCAR or Disney??
- November 13, 2007 at 10:16 AM
- Anonymous said...
Did anybody see Jeff and Jimmie on Monday Night Football? (since the talk is about cross-promoting)
ESPN.com has a video but it's only a minute and a half. It looks like the interview is joined in progress instead of a capture of the entire interview.
The NASCAR Now Minute video says they'll have an interview with Kurt Busch on Tuesday's show and that they're going to show an "all access" look at what his week is like.
- November 13, 2007 at 10:43 AM
- Anonymous said...
'Junk Car' race needs a light
Column by Dave Del Grande
NASCAR HAD ITS equivalent of the Final Four on Sunday — the event leading into "the event."
Only in this case, nobody watched. I mean, nobody.
That's not to say nobody cared. It's just that nobody watched.
OK, somebody watched. According to the raters, 50,849 of the approximately 7.2 million people in the Bay Area — fewer than 1 in every 100 — were tuned into Channel 11 Sunday afternoon as Jimmie Johnson zoomed closer to the Nextel Cup championship.
There's something wrong with that.
- November 13, 2007 at 10:59 AM
- Anonymous said...
With all due respect, the fact that people in San Francisco are not watching, is not real proof that NASCAR is going to the dogs. USF is my alma mater, and I don't think I ever ran into a single person who even new the name of a single driver. They may now know about Jeff since he owns/sell a line of wines.
- November 13, 2007 at 12:15 PM
- Desmond said...
Michael Wilbon has been interested in NASCAR for quite some time. In 2001, he wrote a column for the Washington Post about the investigation into the death of Dale Earnhardt. (I wish I had the link.)
Add to the fact that he lives in the area and you can see why he might have wanted to attend.
Also, I don't think that he was paid at all, as drh277 alleged. He merely came as a fan and he was not shown on camera during the telecast, and he easily could have been.
- November 13, 2007 at 12:30 PM
- Anonymous said...
What??? Nothing about INC with Mikey not there last night???????
I didn't watch because he wasn't.
Grani Girl
- November 13, 2007 at 12:40 PM
- Illpolo said...
I think it's obvious that there will be certain segments of the population that follow auto racing and a few other areas where barely anyone seems to care about it.
I teach at a high school in the suburbs of Illinois and rarely does anyone mention anything when I wear a Jimmie Johnson shirt or jacket. There are nearly 4,000 students and I can only remember 3-4 of them who have ever said anything about Nascar. But when I go about 30 miles West towards the country, I can't go anywhere without someone making a comment about what I'm wearing, pointing to the sticker of whatever decal they have on their car, or mentioning something about the latest race.
As for Wilbon, I don't think he would mention much about Nascar on PTI because both the producers and/or Tony Kornheiser wouldn't want to talk about it on the show.
Nascar doesn't need the limelight or have to be accepted by everyone. All Nascar fans would want is serious coverage from the network that covers it once in awhile without the mocking of it.
- November 13, 2007 at 12:48 PM
- Anonymous said...
'Nascar doesn't need the limelight or have to be accepted by everyone.'
Tell that to Brian France, Lesa France Kennedy, and the stockholders of ISC. That's EXACTLY what they want.
I sure wish I could remember the exact wording or who said it, but it goes something like this: Stock-car racing is a culture...NASCAR is not a culture. NASCAR is a business designed to sell the culture of stock-car racing.
- November 13, 2007 at 1:26 PM
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- November 13, 2007 at 1:29 PM
- Anonymous said...
Please tell me you're kidding. Wilbon is the only reason NASCAR ever gets mentioned on PTI (admittedly not often, and most times it gets mentioned when Kornheiser is gone, actually). I won't even bother with your other ridiculous statements. Kornheiser and Wilbon are equal opportunity bashers (and praisers) of everybody.
Wilbon went to the race and I didn't hear him saying any of the things you just said. All I heard yesterday was him insisting to Kornheiser that Jimmie Johnson winning four races in a row and winning 10 in a year was a really exciting and impressive deal.
Kornheiser didn't care of course - and this dicussion was in the last minute of the show - but at least Wilbon's trying. Please don't try to alienate viewers from Wilbon (who is NASCAR's only supporter on ESPN's most popular program) by spreading misinformation.
- November 13, 2007 at 1:44 PM
- Illpolo said...
Wilbon shouldn't be compared to Jason Whitlock or a few of the other columnists that have at one point worked for ESPN. As far as I know, Wilbon is normally the voice of reason, while Kornheiser is more of a dolt who sticks to his point-of-view regardless of how backwards it might be. We probably should also consider that they are speaking to a target audience, so strictly Nascar fans probably don't watch PTI anyways.
For general sports fans who watch the show, it would be most informative if they included all sports and not just the major ones (NFL, NBA, and MLB) in their discussions. Fans of other "minor" sports either get no coverage or any mention is usually an uninformed opinion or a joke that puts the sport down.
As for the comment about Brian France wanting Nascar in the limelight, what I meant to say was that many fans don't care if Nascar is in the limelight, we just want to watch high-quality racing and hope that any coverage of the sport will be positive.
As for what Brian France wants...a whole other discussion is probably necessary for that one.
- November 13, 2007 at 2:00 PM
- Matt said...
PTI did do a "5 Good Minutes" interview with Mike Massaro on the day that Jr announced he was leaving DEI, and with Jr himself and has had Dario on many, many times this year. PTI, unlike most other ESPN shows does not regard Auto Racing as some sideshow equal with rugby. They actually acknowledge it's existance, and that's it's an actual sport. And I say good for them!!
- November 13, 2007 at 4:14 PM
- Anonymous said...
Heads up: there is no late-night repeat of the NASCAR Now show airing tonight at 6 Eastern/5 Central. Basketball will be on through late night instead.
There is a late-night repeat NASCAR Now Wednesday night 12:30am Eastern/ 11:30pm Central, but NIT basketball is on before it, so it may run late. A late-night version at 12:30am Eastern on Thursday doesn't have a live event before it.
- November 13, 2007 at 5:14 PM
- Richard in N.C. said...
JD- Isn't The New York Post a News Corp. holding - as is the FOX Network?
- November 13, 2007 at 6:16 PM
- Anonymous said...
This is slightly off topic. I wrote on sunday that I was in the hospital watching the race. The Miami VA ward I am on doesn't have cable so the race on ABC is all the NASCAR that I get. No Speed or ESPN so, I am missing all the fun this week it kinda sucks. Now that is disgusting.
On the plus side though I found that Rusty's commentary is tolerable after a couple of hits of the painkiller Vicoden.
- November 13, 2007 at 6:19 PM
- Anonymous said...
Other than NASCAR asking for expanded coverage for the final race week, what is the use if ESPN can only show several re-run video segments? What a joke
- November 13, 2007 at 6:55 PM
- Anonymous said...
I have just watched NN on ESPN2 and I am not impressed.
They sure are not improving!!!
Will watch speed and see what they have on.
Sirius radio gives you more what is actually happening on a day to day basis.
- November 13, 2007 at 6:58 PM
- Newracefan said...
As I sit here watching NN I find myself looking at the time as in "is it over yet". This is something I usually do not do with Speeds programming. They saved the good stuff for last. I just watched the piece on Steven Wallace which was done very well and makes me not want to kick him off the track like I did before. They also replayed the Reutimann St Jude piece and it still gives me goose bumps. This show was actually worth watching today, talked about Cup, Busch, and Truck guess I'll try again tomorrow.
- November 13, 2007 at 7:02 PM
- PammH said...
The COT segment was okay, fantasy has to go, replaying the St Judes piece was only right, since they missed the whole post-race that day. The segment on Steve Wallace & Kurt Busch were the kind of things we should have been seeing all year, with all 3 series. Too little, too late, imo.
- November 13, 2007 at 7:13 PM
- Daly Planet Editor said...
Pretty hard statement by ESPN when they are re-airing old features like David Reutimann in Memphis.
Remember, the reason they did a "make good" with this feature is because they actually left the Memphis race without talking to the winner, and never did a feature on the cars that the kids had designed. Its important to put that in perspective.
I think expanding this program series to double its size has left an "info lurch" until the ESPN crew puts feet on the ground in Homestead.
There will be a column up shortly about NASCAR Images, and an open Q&A on Wednesday.
Thanks for all the great comments.
- November 13, 2007 at 7:26 PM
- elena said...
I was multi-tasking when NN was on, so I'm not sure what day this will air. Erik announced that there will be a segment on improving the chase. I hope they have a conversation from more than one person--and it's not just someone who has an axe to grind.
They posed the rule of 35, and discussed it only for 2 minutes. While Jeff B gave his opinion, I don't think they gave enough time to develop a good arguement pro or con. I just don't think sound bites advance serious problems like the chase or the 35 rule.
- November 13, 2007 at 7:31 PM
- Anonymous said...
I believe that Tim Cowlishaw is writing an article on how to improve the chase and it will be on espn.com; I don't think they are discussing it on the show tomorrow. It was a list of stories that will be on espn.com tomorrow when it was mentioned.
This show was OK. The main critique I'd have is the news presented at the very end of the show needs to be closer to the beginning. When they had Blount and Newton on, Newton still could have talked about the Hendrick shop, since he has a story about being at the shop for tomorrow. But then Blount should have talked about the news headlines that were instead listed at the end - like Ward Burton being out of the #4 car, etc. - and given more detail instead of talking more about Hendrick Motorsports.
Erik K has either decided that this is his last week and he's going to relax - or he's really fighting for this job, because I thought he was a fine host today. He joked around with David Newton and Marty Smith and they joked right back with him. Way back when, these guys didn't seem like they could stand each other. Maybe it's friendly since they know changes are coming.
I agree that the best parts were the new features on Kurt Busch and Steven Wallace, and the Reutimann feature. Those were all good. I liked how they pointed out all of Steven's flaws, but then sort of defended him. I feel sorry for Steven; you can tell from his comments that Rusty is just not going to accept anything less than success for him. (Hint to Rusty: Chrissy Wallace is the real deal racer in that generation of the family and the sooner you all accept that, the better.)
I wish they could cut the fantasy stuff, but that's a huge business for ESPN.com and they probably want their NASCAR piece to get bigger, so I won't waste my breath.
Good job overall.
- November 13, 2007 at 7:58 PM
- SophiaZ123 said...
I did not watch this show.
Regarding Steven Wallace, I was feeling sorry for that guy LAST year when he said his dad yells at him every day over dinner about what he does WRONG.
Yea, Rusty, that's a LOVING father. Reminds me of the satirical motto "Beatings will continue until morale improves."
methinks Steven should drive for somebody else. His homelife must be hell.
Folks love to make fun of him but I ache for that young man and the IMPOSSIBLE pressure he must be under.
I hope the segment on him reflected the PRESSURE he is under thanks to his dad...though I doubt if it did.
I am trying to watch this show on SPEED but think I am going to turn it off..just a restrospect but it had one of those HORRIBLY abrupt end of segment/BANG/ there is the loud commercial after the first break.
I hate that kind of stuff so I think I do not have the patience or mood to get annoyed.
Maybe I will just wait for JD's review.
I had MUCH more fun watching INC.
- November 13, 2007 at 8:11 PM
- Anonymous said...
They could show re-runs from Charlotte. Why bother to make a big showing in Miami to throw a warmed over sproting event at the fans?
- November 13, 2007 at 8:33 PM
- Newracefan said...
Krists Voda was much better than Eric but talk about repurposing the video, I'm thinking this is a Beyond the Wheel stuff (wasn't that the show that was about the previous race). It was fun to watch and remember but it's not what I expected
- November 13, 2007 at 8:41 PM
- thomas said...
Something is not right because I live in the Bay Area and channel 11 is an NBC Channel and the race was on the ABC station, Channel 7. I live in the East Bay.
OK, somebody watched. According to the raters, 50,849 of the approximately 7.2 million people in the Bay Area — fewer than 1 in every 100 — were tuned into Channel 11 Sunday afternoon as Jimmie Johnson zoomed closer to the Nextel Cup championship.
There's something wrong with that.
- November 13, 2007 at 8:43 PM
- Anonymous said...
Well, that was a bust!
ESPN: Some good fluff pieces, but not a lot of news. I'd expect some news from them. Right before their last commerical break they said they were going to talk about the trucks. With 30 seconds to go, they showed the current top 10 points standings. Talk about a let down. BTW, did they ever ask JB about passing Skinner? Hhheeeellllloooo, ESPN.... You're the daily news show..... Why not have Marty call JB so he can report to us tomorrow?
Speed: Not at all what I expected, a retrospective of Homestead for the 2004 and 2005 race. Tommorrow they're going to do the 2006 race. What stuck in my mind is how much I miss experienced announcers calling a race.
Man, February can't come around soon enough.
- November 13, 2007 at 9:39 PM
- batchief said...
Didn't watch ESPN but I thought the Speed show was very good. For those who say they were surprised as to its contents, John stated exactly what the Tuesday and Wednesday Speed shows would be about in the third paragraph of his article.
- November 13, 2007 at 10:15 PM
- Illpolo said...
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- November 13, 2007 at 10:30 PM
- Shawnna said...
I tried watching Nascar Now this summer (set the DVR to catch it) but usually ended up deleting the show within the first few minutes in. I didn't like Erik K, but I never thought he was evil incarnate either. I've been watching NN again the past few weeks and I have to say that Erik K has been steadily improving. He seems so much more friendly with the guests and reporters, and I think it's maybe because he's learned the sport and it's personalities and reporters a bit better.
I thought he did a really good job today and I enjoyed the whole hour. Shows in the past have seemed a re-hash of news/interviews we've seen or read elsewhere. Today we got some great features and finally some good interaction between Erik and those he spoke with. I was pleased.
- November 14, 2007 at 12:58 AM
- Shawnna said...
On a separate note, I listened to the Tony Kornheiser (sp?) radio show on XM this spring/summer while I drove to work everyday. What can I say? He amused me and it was a guilty pleasure. Yes, he's a windbag and tends to blow smoke, but you have to take it as entertainment.
Incidentally, his show covered Nascar fairly regularly. He had the Nascar reporter from the Washington Post on (can't remember her name) and she did her best to educate Tony on the news of the week. He usually tried to blow things out of proportion and she'd put him in his place. Tony's radio show was pure entertainment -- just a bunch of different folks talking sports (and American Idol every Wednesday morning.) I never assumed it was trying to be anything else; therefore, didn't take offense with his limited knowledge of my favorite sport.
That's what I think about some of the other ESPN programming -- some of them are entertainment shows, not necessarily news shows. Sometimes I think we Nascar fans (myself included) take ourselves too seriously. Yes, I want the news of Nascar without the sensationalism -- hated what ESPN did earlier this year. But we can't really expect the rest of the ESPN shows to all of a sudden be experts on Nascar or even report it seriously. PTI isn't a serious news show -- it's a "show." Sometimes we need to just take a breath and let some of it go.
I'm really glad to see the tone and spirit of Nascar reporting has taken an about turn since last Friday. Hopefully, they'll keep it up and Erik K and Nascar Now will continue improving.
- November 14, 2007 at 1:00 AM
- Lisa Hogan said...
I enjoyed the SPEED show last night and thought that Krista did a good job hosting.
- November 14, 2007 at 9:35 AM
- RevJim said...
I can only compare Nascar Now to what I remember of RPM 2Night and NN still seems somewhat lame. The problem is that ESPN2 gets more into the personality of their broadcasters than actual racing news or recaps.
Championship Week on Speed, on the other hand was impressive, with no voiceovers on the archival footage and nothing added except drivers' interviews. Speed TV wins the Tuesday night round, in my book.
- November 14, 2007 at 4:29 PM


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•Sherwood Mann and Eleanor Marlotte were the winners of the contest to name the restaurant and lounge at the new Ramada complex in Moberly. Mann submitted the winning name of Omar's for the restaurant and Mrs. Marlotte's name for the lounge of WCs was also a winner. Each will receive a complimentary weekend for four adults at the Ramada. Separate suits will be provided for the guests as well as dinners, champagne, breakfast and brunch. Presenting the awards are John Van Cleve, manager of development, Orscheln Properties Co. and Greg Nelson, general manager of the Ramada.
Wednesday, March 27, 1963
•Dr. T.S. Fleming of Woodland Hospital and Clinic was one of 24 physicians presented 50-year pins last night at the annual meeting of the Missouri State Medical Association in Kansas City. Dr. Fleming, a native of Elliott, a community south of Moberly, received his preliminary education in the public schools of Moberly and was graduated from the Moberly High School in 1907. He entered the University of Missouri and graduated in 1911. He then entered the St. Louis University School of Medicine where he was graduated with a degree of Doctor of Medicine in 1913. After serving two years as an intern in the City Hospital of St. Louis he began his practice in Moberly on January 1, 1915.


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Sooo, hopefully his teacher will challenge him and let him show his creativity in positive ways (and I think she will), and hopefully Clay will learn when it's time to settle down and behave in a classroom setting with a different authority figure and classmates who may sometimes annoy him.
In other school news, however....
Austin was put in all honors classes for his freshman year. Honors biology, honors reading, honors writing, the highest level honors math, and AP human geography. Because of his classload, when we met with his counselor earlier this year, Austin, his counselor, and I all agreed he should take a study hall.
Well, Austin has been coming home with no homework thus far. He complained about the study hall and said he didn't need it and would rather take Japanese.
"See what I do in study hall when I finish all my work?" He showed me his notebook which was full of drawings.
"Uh huh. I see. Time well spent. Perhaps, instead of Japanese, you should consider, oh, say ART?!"
We talked for a while and I decided to call his counselor. I agreed that if he really didn't need the study hall, it would be better for him to take a different class. However, I expressed my concern to Austin that I was having a hard time believing that he didn't have homework to do and that his classes were easy.
"I just can't understand how you don't have more work with all honors classes," I told him.
"I'm not in honors classes," he said.
"Uhh yes you are," I said.
"Uhh no I'm not!" he insisted. "I'm not in honors reading or writing and I'm not in AP geography," he continued.
"I saw your schedule, Austin. Yes, you are," I said trying to decide if he was pulling my leg or if he really believed he was in regular classes. "Why do you think you're in regular classes?" I asked.
"I don't think; I know." He was adamant.
"OK, I'll call your counselor and find out. If they switched your classes, I want to know why. Maybe they made a mistake and you weren't supposed to be in honors in the first place. But I saw your test scores that indicated honors.... Hmmm, well, I'll talk to her and if you're in the correct classes and they're really that easy, then I'll see if you can drop the study hall and take a language instead.
So I spoke with his counselor today.
"I have a question about Austin's classes. Austin seems to think that he's in regular reading and writing and regular geography."
"Yes, he is," the counselor said.
"When we met with you, he was scheduled for all honors classes. Why was he switched?"
I'm pretty sure she was thinking - all these parents are the same. They think their kid is so smart. Sigh. Why can't they just accept their kid's class schedules?
Before she could voice those thoughts, I quickly interjected, "I'm not saying he has to be in all honors. I just want him placed where he belongs so he's appropriately challenged, and I'm wondering why it changed."
She checked her papers and was surprised to see that Austin indeed had been placed in honors classes. "You're right. He is supposed to be in honors. I have no idea what happened. I'll work on this right now. Have Austin come see me as soon as he gets to school tomorrow so we can get him to the right classes."
OK, now I know mistakes happen, but really? Three wrong classes? He's missed a week and a half of his correct classes and now he's going to have to play catch-up in 3 difficult courses. I just hope his teachers take this into consideration and cut him slack and/or let him come in early or stay late to help him to get caught up.
I'm not overly impressed with this high school right now. I think my negative impression started with all their, "Your child must do well so


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Each week Sepia Saturday, provides an opportunity for genealogy bloggers to share their family history through photographs.
My first photographs matches this week's prompt of the Library of Congress so well. It too was taken in Washington DC, on a visit in 2000 - in the Rotunda of the Capitol.
Leaderfoot Viaduct spans the 90 mile long River Tweed near its junction with one of its many tributaries - the Leader Water. The viaduct stands 116 feet above the river bed and each of its 19 arches has a 43 foot span. The railway bridge opened in 1865 with the last train running over it a hundred years later.
A peaceful view across to the Cheviot Hills in the distance on the Border.
"Underneath the arches
I dream my dreams away"
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