Thank you for sharing this story with us. I can see a novel coming from this brief message and the events of nearly 100 years. I wish I was a writer.
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Thank you for sharing this story with us. I can see a novel coming from this brief message and the events of nearly 100 years. I wish I was a writer.
What a wonderful story, thanks for sharing the link. I am not too far from Georgetown, maybe some day I will get a chance to see this wonderful piece of history in real life.
Lori - MamaBear
Thanks for sending me the SOS on this MamaBear!Originally Posted by MamaBear61
I might not have seen it, if not for you!!
I live somewhat closer to Georgetown and actually know the journalist who penned the story and the Mayor. The EHS mentioned is quite an active historical group that works hard to ensure the area's history is maintained, as the area has been transitioning from a primarily rural/farm community to a developing urban community. The library is kind of neat, as it is built around an historical stone church with magnificent stained glass windows in tact, and modern additions for the library to compliment the original church building. The former sanctuary is used as a theatre area now.
This has even more interest to me, as I have ties to the area, as my Father (born 1911) was raised near Georgetown, and we spent a lot of time in Georgetown and Esquesing over the years visiting family and friends. His parents later retired from the farm to Georgetown, living just down the street from the church, now library. As a child, I used to go to Church in what is now the library when visiting my Grandmother.
The names on the quilt will be of interest to me, as chances are some will be my relatives. For sure, there will be many family names that I will recognize. I am going to try to get there before the end of the month, and see this quilt IRL.
What a grand story to read ... and thank you DivoKittysMom for posting the link.
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Sew many ideas ... just sew little time!!
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I'm way out in CA so I probably won't be seeing these quilts, but I just got "shivers" reading about them. It is so wonderful to know that the work of caring people is appreciated. Makes me want to keep quilting....
That is a heart touching story. Twinkie the link you posted is not working.
Great story!
I cannot get the link to work but it sounds like a beautiful story.
I am happy that this wonderful article is bringing so much pleasure to all of you. I too thought it was a wonderful story!
QuiltE I will look forward to your posting when you are able to see this quilt!
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What an amazing story and such a great conclusion! Thank you for sharing. I enjoyed reading about it.
Great story!
Linda
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