Summer Patches

“If you don't see the book you want on the shelves, write it.”
~Beverly Cleary

“Problem solving, and I don't mean algebra, seems to be my life's work. Maybe it's everyone's life's work.” ~Beverly Cleary

 

“I had a very wise mother. She always kept books that were my grade level in our house.”~Beverly Cleary

 

 

 

     We just returned from vacation in Oregon.  We had a fantastic time there; spending time hiking in the woods and wandering on the beautiful beaches.  We drove through a quaint town, called Yamhill, that is near McMinnville.  The well-known children's author, Beverly Cleary was born in McMinnville and lived in Yamhill until she was six years old.  We found her childhood home in Yamhill.  We also came across this spectacular barn with 5 quilt blocks on it.

     We drove south to Tillamook and went to the cheese factory there.  A unique thing about the town of Tillamook is that many of the businesses there have a quilt block painted on them.  This is not only to promote tourism but to also remind the residents of Oregon of their great pioneering heritage and honor those who passed on their quilting skills to future generations.  I loved this!

 

 

 

     In the car, I was able to finish binding this quilt, called Summer Patches by The Gingham Girls.

     A few years ago I read the autobiography of Beverly Cleary called A Girl From Yamhill.  I also enjoyed her second autobiography called On My Own Two Feet.  Her children's books are so fun to read to kids.  Those shown below are just a few of my favorites.