I had mapquested the two cemeteries I wanted to visit. That was a big mistake. Mapquest had us looking for a road that no one in Cullman has ever heard of. Fortunately, there were no men driving so we stopped to ask directions. The first people we stopped to ask had never heard of the Duck River. This did not stop us. At the next stop these people had not only heard of Duck River they gave us excellent directions with landmarks to follow. We decided we would try and find a map just in case, which we did.
On the way to Duck River I spot another cemetery that on of my grandmothers was buried in. Ren is so nice. She stopped and help me look even though this wasn't on our itinerary. We couldn't find her. I knew I was at the right cemetery. This cemetery was on both sides of the road. Ren suggested I look on the other side. But, I just knew Grandmama was on this side, but I looked anyway. Ren was right. Somebody had moved Grandmama to the other side of the road. While they were at it they moved my Uncle Hulett and cousin Fred. That has to be the answer because I wouldn't forget a thing like that. Right? We got my pictures and were on our way again.
I think Ren was a little overwhelmed with just how big Duck River is. I had brought two camera's and we started clicking away. I was very excited. I haven't been back to this cemetery in more than ten years. We then headed onto Welti with a stop for a couple of Yoohoo's that were ice cold and much needed. Funny how your mind plays trick on you. I could have sworn that the Church at Welti was a white block Church not a red brick Church. Oh well. This was also a large cemetery but not near as big as Duck River. With two cameras we had located my relatives in a very short period of time and headed to the hotel and some hot showers.
Supper was enjoyable. There was a toddler that was trying to help himself to some soft serve ice cream. He was standing on is tippy toes pulling on the handle and had his free had stretched out to receive that good ice cream. I wish I had my camera. That was definitely a Kodak moment. His Mom didn't think it was too funny.
Now the New Beginnings in Quilting Quilt Symposium of Alabama, Inc., Quilt Show 2009. The quilt show was held at the St. Bernard Retreat and Conference Center. The show was held in the gym. They had several teachers, lots of vendors, and a couple of judges. I took pictures of all the quilts and will bring a disc to our next meeting for all to see that want to see. There was a very good variety. I personally love the traditional quilts, but I love looking at all quilts. This was the one I picked for best of show. It reminds me of my Grandmother and was made with 30's fabric. The dresden plate is one of my favorite quilt patterns. This quilt did get a Judge's Choice ribbon and Honorable Mention ribbon.
Another quilt I just loved because it's patriotic.
Here is a picture of the Opportunity Quilt and it's Quilter. I'm still waiting on the phone call that says I won this quilt.
The show was set up very nicely. Not as cold as the quilt show last weekend, which was nice. Ren didn't put me on restriction this time. She probably should have. Oh well. I was able to get a lot of 30's fabric I had been searching for so that was a good thing. Here is a pic of Ren.
So we've finished looking and buying. We're going to get a bite to eat and get back on the road. That was until we drove by the Ave Maria Grotto. We, of course, had to stop. The rain had finally ceased so we decided to walk through the grotto. This grotto is the work of Brother Joseph Zoettl, a Benedictine monk of St. Bernard Abbey. It is amazing. It was well worth the addmission price and it didn't take us long to walk it at all. Of course, we had to be different and start at the end first. This Brother had a sense of humor.
Brother Joseph used anything available to him to put together this grotto. There are over 125 minatures of famous Churches, Shrines and buildings.
Just truly amazing!
We are now going to get something to eat and get on the road home. The trip home was very uneventful. Yeah right. But you'll have to ask us about that next time you see us. I don't want to leave any incriminating evidence online. My cat was glad to see me.
Yeah! He was glad to see me. Deb
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