Oh Reba, so sorry about your brother and how he was treated. I'm sure that experience was bewildering for him. Hope he enjoys his apt. now that you have helped him straighten it out. And very sorry for your loss of your Australian friend, and your stepmother's illness. You do have a lot on your plate! So good to hear from you! (((Hugs))) from here.
Duckling, you scored big time at the longest garage sale! I know Tricia (givio) would have loved to have been there with you. Seems like every boom we have at least one Christmas themed quilt, if not more. I have an idea for your candy cane block, if I can pull it off!
Stay cool, friends. We have nearly 100 degree heat today and are in a severe drought. Need rain badly!