I may be jumping the gun for the new year, but I feel that I am beginning something new. My last day of work was November 30, and I've spent the last few weeks in December visiting my two daughters and their families, including 5 sweet little grandkids, and preparing for and celebrating Christmas with them, and my in-laws. Today the traveling and holidays are over for this year. Hubby has gone off to his weekly coffee group, so I have the day to myself.

I'm seeking to get into a routine that includes time to sew and quilt, read, invite friends to things like galleries and lunch-and-learns, maybe host some tea and talk or book chats myself.

Anyway, here is what I'm wearing today. I need to run to Macy's to exchange a top that I gave my mother-in-law that is too big, and look for fabric to fill a specific project. I do want to avoid the all-day lounge pants and sweatshirt look even on days I don't go out - that is a challenge to myself.

Early Happy New Year to all!