Apron Strings

I’ll have to admit, I don’t cook much anymore. I used to. When my kids were living at home, my repertoire was Kraft Mac and Cheese, meatloaf, chili, spaghetti, fish sticks, and some sort of gray concoction that involved minute rice, ground beef, and cream of mushroom soup. In my defense, this is what I learned from my mother. Besides, as a full-time teacher, I was always in a hurry and on a budget. I enjoyed baking cookies, cakes, and pies. I still bake occasionally, but after the kids left home, my husband Ed took over the cooking and elevated our dining experience to a whole new level.

So, I don’t cook, but after I retired from teaching, I rekindled an interest in sewing. For a while I was obsessed with aprons. They are fun and easy to make, and I love giving them as gifts. A few weeks ago my aunt asked if I would make one for her daughter (my cousin). When I asked about colors and patterns, she said Rebecca liked bright colors and butterflies. Part of the fun for me is selecting the fabric. I enjoy putting together different colors and patterns, and with aprons, you can let your imagination run wild.

While I’m sewing, I like to think about the person who will wear the apron. Then I christen it with a name and bless it, hoping it will bring amazing food and happy times. 

So blest be the ties that bind us together in friendship and love.

Threads of thought:

Who does the cooking at your house?

How many aprons do you own? Come on now, I’m sure you have at least one stashed in drawer somewhere 🙂