Well, I had laid down and took a 2 hour nap; cuz I had been so stressed out this week -- work and stuff. And came back to check in here. I was surprised with all the different replies. and different ways you would all handle this situation. I liked Darren's input. I know, boys will be boys; my son has never been one to be "careful and take care of things." So , why I expected him to start Now---is My mistake. I saw that he Loved the quilt when I gave it to him. I know it was an accident; the dog didn't know any better; maybe she thought he loved the quilt more than her??
I think I would like to repair what I can of it , so it will hold up a little better. I do have the fabrics yet, so that shouldn't be too hard. They are just going to look like bandaids. Lord knows , he has had plenty of those in his life! And I still do love him.
THANK YOU EVERYONE , for all your input. And your stories , it did make me feel better! And now makes me rethink my giving of quilts. I guess , not stress over how they look , points matching ,stitches not showing , the right color, ect.... Maybe, just throw it together , give it a hug, and say goodbye.
Thanks again friends, Elaine