Every Wednesday evening, Bill and I attend the flag retiring ceremony at the plaza in old town Orange, CA.


Organizers started this event 2 years ago. A young woman by the name of Becky was attending the university here in town and volunteered to play taps during the ceremony. At the beginning of this school year, she transfered to USC in Los Angeles. But, ever faithful to our "cause", Becky takes the train into Orange EVERY Wednesday evening to play her bugle during the flag lowering.


I found a quilt pattern online that I thought suitable to use in making lap quilts for the V.A. hospital in our area, but without much forethought, I decided to make a bit larger quilt to give to Becky as a "thank you" gift for all that she does to honor our military troops wherever they may be, and for giving us the pleasure of knowing her.


The quilt measures 45"x60"...just the right size for her to cuddle up with when she's in her dorm room doing homework (sigh)!


Am sharing pics of the quilt and the ever so sweet recipient...

Hooray for Becky and for you! :thumbup: I'm sure she will love the quilt! It's beautiful! :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

How wonderful! I love the 'Tie a yellow ribbon' quilt! And what a beautiful young lady she is! Kudos to both of you!

Great gift! Good for you!

Awww you have me all teary eyed (((HUGS))) to both of you (((HUGS)))

@Amma...I hear that! You should see me on the first Wed. of the month when our speaker reads off the names of the previous month's fallen heroes...OMGosh...my heart gets sooo sad! We were at a "Welcome Home" for a young soldier a week and a half ago...soon as I saw his mom crying...well...let's just say...I lost it!

:cry:

What a dedicated person Becky is. And what a thoughtful thing for you to do for her.

I think that is awesome of both of you.

Wonderful!

Wonderful gift to a wonderful young lady. It is so true.
It is more blessed to give than to receive...Oh how true.

Great tirbute!

What a great gift...its beautiful!

trying not to (sniff) cry. what a touching thing for this young women to do, and what a wonderful acknowledgment from you. you both are wonderful. and so is your little town to be doing such an awesome thing.

Both of you are awesome!

What a wonderful thing for her to do. What a wonderful thing for you to do. Thank you.

What a lovely thing for you to do for a girl who gives so much of herself. She is a sweetheart and so are you for giving of your time.

*Sniff* What a wonderful Becky is doing and that you have done!

Beautiful! How encouraging to hear this story about a young person.

Kudos to both of you wonderful women!

You are a special lady. The love you have shared with Becky is outstanding. The world could use many more people like the 2 of you. Giving and sharing to others.

What a unique and thoughtful gift, something she will probably treasure the rest of her life. Thanks for sharing the story and the photos.

What a lovely gift for such an outstanding young woman.

Is that Chapman? My niece goes there!

What a nice thing for you (and for her!) to have done! My daughter went to Chapman for a couple of years, and I know that fountain well! You're right in my neck of the woods!

Yes mam it is...Chapman University...our little town has grown some over the years...Chapman used to be a "college" but is now an accredited University.

:D Harmony...why not join us some Wednesday evening? Since it's getting dark sooner...we meet at the plaza at 5:30pm...but as soon as the time changes, we will retire the flag at 5pm...we'd love, love, love it if you and yours would come on over! :-D

Kudos to Becky and all of you.

How very sweet -- both:)

Is this the same ceremoney that has been done by a gentleman for the past 38 years? I just got an email with his story. He bought the property with the agreement that he would continue doing the ceremony that was started by the seller of the property... Hundreds of people show up for this event weekly. They fly flags of fallen heroes... any war/conflict where an American has given his/her life. A wonderful tribute to our brave men and women who sacrifice their all for this country.

That is such a wonderful thing to do for Becky, a beautiful girl!

No, not here in Orange, CA...I've not heard the story you speak about...certainly would like a copy of that email...if you send me a private message I will give you my yahoo addy if you don't mind sharing...thanks!

that is so wonderful. congrats to you both for giving of yourselves for others. Thank You.

Great gift. I make lap robes every year for Christmas. Last year I got 34 done. Working on them for this year. Just love what you did for her. Know she will enjoy it for a long time.

Thank you for sharing this inspiring moment!!

What a wonderful young lady she is and this is Unheard of nowadays with the majority of youth wanting to 'live for themselves'...she truly is a gem! And so are you for making this wonderful quilt, love the creative motif of the yellow ribbon! Great job to both of you!...What a blessing it is for you to have such a wonderful community where you live! I can tell you contribute much to the cause of community!
Blessings,
MaryAnna

I think that ceremony is in the New Jersey shore area (beach area)...it's the North Eastern part of the USA. And yeah, it's been going on for 38yrs...I hope they continue on long after his passing. A great tradition that needs to be continued all throughout our great nation as every state has it's heros that need to be honored!
Blessings,
MaryAnna

What a beautiful gesture .... by both you and your friend Becky!

I salute both of you as Patriots.
Wonderful to see that respect in one so young, too.

What a wonderful quilt for a dedicated student!

Is the pattern available on-line? It looks like something that would be fitting for someone I know...

What a wonderfull young lady and what a nice thing for you to do for her. Bless you both.