I love quilts with stories, and this is so special for you both.
I have a friend that wants red, white and blue, (more of a cobalt, or royal), next year for her wedding. After seeing how pretty your quilt turned out, I am going to stop, mulling over and musing on idea, and get going on a bundle for it. (yes, she will marry this one, lol).
Hope you don't mind helping with my inspiration, thanks for sharing such a heart warming story, sewjoyce. hugs, C