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quilt crazee 07-05-2011 05:03 PM
when GRAMMA died in the early '70's, everyone told, to take all her clothed BACK to the 2 GOOD stores, where she purchased them!Had a regular closet full, w/tags on.They would've taken them back & given me cash/ no questions.I did not. I told the relatives she had "USED" them. The hours she spent shopping, had given her much pleasure!I donated them.and I'm sure they brought someone else much pleasur for a whole lot less! ENJOY what you've got, & make a plan for what's left!

sailsablazin 07-05-2011 06:02 PM
Holy Cow! 49 years old....You are a baby! Who has put it into your head that you need to start thinking of plans for after your death? Lordy! Enjoy life while you can and be grateful for what you have. Qult away and take pleasure in it! You made a great deal.

DonnaB 07-19-2011 05:18 PM
If it hadn't been you, some other quilters would have snapped up that bargain. Don't feel guilty, just enjoy.

grammy17 07-19-2011 05:22 PM
Originally Posted by Rascalonious
We acquire things that we like. These crafts, beads, fabrics, quilt books, artwork for our walls, etc. bring US pleasure. WE enjoy our 'things.' After we are gone, our families might sell them, use them, or give away to someone else who would enjoy them. But we have accomplished what WE wanted - acquiring some things we like, that brought us happiness, filled our time, and let us create. That's how I look at it.
I had a friend years ago who told me her f-i-l loved counting his money--and died with a pile--never spent, just counted. I said, "What a shame." My friend replied, "NO, a double blessing. He enjoyed counting it and I'm enjoying spending it." Same with your fabric. Owner one enjoyed it now it is your turn. Who knows who comes next?--Who care?

grammy17 07-19-2011 05:35 PM
Originally Posted by MargeD
Honey, at 49 you are still a spring chicken. I'm almost 65 and I'm still quilting and hope to keep quilting until I can't sew any more.
Almost 65? I'll be 72 soon and I'm just getting going good. have so many quilts to go I haven't got time to think of anything else.


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