A little over three years ago, I received a voicemail igniting an unexpected life change that I/we were ill prepared for. Before that phone call, life felt as chaotically normal as one would with two busy teenage boys still at home, a newly retired husband, and a recently widowed mother whose health was slowly declining. I remember the feeling that came over me; a combination of emotions; disbelief-anger-fear whirled around and through me as I tried to digest the moment. I knew – before the message concluded – I knew – a storm was well on its way – our way. Our sunny/partly cloudy sky had just boiled up and darkened. Though the storm had not yet fully hit, the evidence of its potential strength was notable – and I might add, underestimated.
My name is Cindy Hughes. I am a wife; a mother; a grandmother; a daughter; a sister; an aunt and cousin. I enjoy crafting, cooking, watching British Mysteries, reading British Mystery Cozies and most of all, spending time with my family. Actually – I don’t enjoy cooking as much as I use to but I do enjoy bringing pleasure to the hungry appetites around here. And – I haven’t read a good cozy in a few years. If time permits a read(other than daily devo), I have a collection of non-fiction informative type books about the bible and theology that have been passed on to me by a friend/brother(spiritually speaking) who is somewhat of a self-taught bible scholar. They are not quick and easy reads; my spare time is VERY limited so it takes a while to get through them. I’ve never blogged before. Until recently, I’ve really never even read or subscribed to many blogs. Actually – not exactly true – I am a subscriber to a few machine embroidery blogs but I never comment. I usually just read them for tutorials. I have learned one thing already about blogging. It takes time as well. Finding time to be a blogger has already begun to be a challenge but I am determined to give it my best shot! I confess, I’ve little experience writing (actually none – letters and school notes) which could be part of why writing to an unknown invisible recipient is stirring up a little anxiety in me. However, I’m hopeful the more I write and gain experience, the less anxious I will feel. I am very grateful that you’ve decided to stop by for a quick read. Thank you! I hope you will consider becoming a subscriber!