Let me dedicate this photo to Eleanor Delamarter (now 91 years young) whose patience surpassed Job on many, many occasions as I sat in her bedroom at the sewing machine, trying to sew a correct seam.

Those moments have become legendary in my life.

On rare occasions, however, I've managed to succeed at some halfway crafty items, which have included a needle and thread.

Don't look too closely, though. I'm sure the 4-H seamstress goddesses could find flaws, but a few years ago I made a prototype which turned into several ornaments and decorative accessories on wreaths. This, complete with a fir needle, is one such.

Are ya proud, Eleanor??