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fayeberry 12-06-2013 12:08 PM

Pass Alongs
 
Three years ago while caring for my elderly parents during their final weeks, I worked on a little Christmas quilt to help myself cope. They died in January and February, and I had to finish the quilt in the spring. Displayed, but never used it. Today I was able to pass it along to a neighbor who has had to go into an assisted living (locked unit). She was happy to get it though I doubt she will remember who it's from. It doesn't matter. It was a joy to give it to her and the memory of how it brightened her face and her little room will remain with me through the holidays and every time I think of it. Merry Christmas, everyone.

Airwick156 12-06-2013 12:30 PM

Oh how sweet of you to pass it along.

nativetexan 12-06-2013 12:41 PM

What a lovely thought. I'm sure she will feel loved when using it. (make sure someone puts her name on it too).

grannie cheechee 12-06-2013 12:46 PM

That is wonderful of you!!!!!!!!!!!

mighty 12-06-2013 12:58 PM

Such a wonderful thing to do!!!!!!!

cinson7 12-06-2013 01:22 PM

What a beautiful thing to do especial now Have a very Merry Christmas

Jingle 12-06-2013 01:52 PM

So good of you to pass it along.

Jan in VA 12-06-2013 01:55 PM

Fayeberry, may your heart be warmed and a smile put on your face each time you think of her with this quilt, especially during this time of year. Very thoughtful and loving for you to have done this.

Jan in VA

QuiltnNan 12-06-2013 03:54 PM

that's the nice part about giving... the way it makes you feel whether you get 'credit' for it later or not.

M.Elizabeth 12-06-2013 04:55 PM

"It is more blessed to give than to receive."

nannyrick 12-06-2013 06:06 PM

What a sweet thing to do! This is what Christmas is all about. Merry Christmas to you too.

Sandygirl 12-07-2013 04:37 AM


Originally Posted by fayeberry (Post 6442474)
Three years ago while caring for my elderly parents during their final weeks, I worked on a little Christmas quilt to help myself cope. They died in January and February, and I had to finish the quilt in the spring. Displayed, but never used it. Today I was able to pass it along to a neighbor who has had to go into an assisted living (locked unit). She was happy to get it though I doubt she will remember who it's from. It doesn't matter. It was a joy to give it to her and the memory of how it brightened her face and her little room will remain with me through the holidays and every time I think of it. Merry Christmas, everyone.


Thank you for your story. God bless you.
Sandy

Kathy T. 12-07-2013 06:28 AM

You are one of the "angels in disguise". Bless your heart.

Kathryn Garcia 12-07-2013 08:36 AM

You are your neighbor's angel!!!!!! Blessings on her and you.

mimi=17 12-07-2013 09:01 AM


Originally Posted by Jan in VA (Post 6442660)
Fayeberry, may your heart be warmed and a smile put on your face each time you think of her with this quilt, especially during this time of year. Very thoughtful and loving for you to have done this.

Jan in VA

Jan, you seem to say what I am thinking . Merry Christmas , to all.

BCM 12-08-2013 06:21 AM

Jan covered it thoroughly with her statement. Joy to you Fayeberry.

caspharm 12-08-2013 11:37 AM

Very nice! It will keep her company.

quiltndj 12-08-2013 11:54 AM

Thank you for sharing your story. It made me smile and warmed my heart.


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