I received a message on the forum bringing to my attention it's been a while since I posted, although I visit daily. I guess I haven't had much to post or reply about because other things have been on my mind.

My father passed away Christmas morning, and I had to make a last minute rushed trip to his out-of-state funeral. I've been trying to be more social by joining a local costuming group. Not only am I making good friendships and having fun, it's helping push my comfort boundaries and sewing skills/goals. Although it's a blast, I am trying to keep a cap on what I sew for budget and sanity reasons... I don't want to do crappy rush jobs, or focus on projects I really didn't have an interest in doing (this costuming group covers all sorts of topics, while I have main interests I focus on). I would like to sew a kilt for Christopher, but am unsure if it will be this year or next (and yes, I'll work on a kilted skirt for myself if I have enough time).

Sorry I've not been as active here. I really don't have anything to add right now since there is understandably so much on my mind. I hope you have all been well. Best wishes to you all for 2012.