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01-04-2012, 09:34 AM
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Jaunty Melissa! Ha! I guessed it!
01-04-2012, 09:50 AM
#452
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Why oh why do I keep getting dropped from reply notifications? I have so much catch-up to do.
Robyn -- I only wish I had the words to tell you how much my heart aches for you and your family. This past month I attended a memorial service for a 95-year-old grandfather who died just before Christmas. He was predeceased by his newborn great-grandson only a week before. His grandson stood up to deliver a eulogy. He stood tall in front of the church in his Marine dress blues. The infant was his nephew. He is scheduled to leave next week for Afghanistan to be part of a convoy security mission, for which he volunteered I've known him since he was in kindergarten. He spoke of death being a part of life and to never be afraid of it. Life, no matter how short or how long, is a gift from God to be cherished and celebrated. Coming from him, knowing he was grieving and knowing he was soon to face the unknown in a very violent environment, this young man's words had a profound effect on me. I pray that time will bring you peace, and that you find comfort with the ones you love and those who love you.
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My apologies to my secret pals of Nov and Dec for not posting pictures. I have them, but have not yet had the timeto figure out how to post them (new software on my computer -- struggling with Windows 7, Google Chrome, and new Board format. I hate so much change all at once. As soon as I catch up, I will get to the pictures.
Robyn -- I only wish I had the words to tell you how much my heart aches for you and your family. This past month I attended a memorial service for a 95-year-old grandfather who died just before Christmas. He was predeceased by his newborn great-grandson only a week before. His grandson stood up to deliver a eulogy. He stood tall in front of the church in his Marine dress blues. The infant was his nephew. He is scheduled to leave next week for Afghanistan to be part of a convoy security mission, for which he volunteered I've known him since he was in kindergarten. He spoke of death being a part of life and to never be afraid of it. Life, no matter how short or how long, is a gift from God to be cherished and celebrated. Coming from him, knowing he was grieving and knowing he was soon to face the unknown in a very violent environment, this young man's words had a profound effect on me. I pray that time will bring you peace, and that you find comfort with the ones you love and those who love you.
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My apologies to my secret pals of Nov and Dec for not posting pictures. I have them, but have not yet had the timeto figure out how to post them (new software on my computer -- struggling with Windows 7, Google Chrome, and new Board format. I hate so much change all at once. As soon as I catch up, I will get to the pictures.
01-04-2012, 09:59 AM
#453
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Good Afternoon Everyone! My goodness, it is so chilly up here! According to the noontime weather it is unseasonably cool where my SP lives as well so I will be certain to add some of her favorite hot beverages in her package to enjoy along with her favorite treats. I would love to see my SP's stash as she and I share very similiar tastes in fabric! I will be sharing some of her favorites from my stash, in addition to making something especially for her. And I can't wait to go shopping this weekend to spend my $10!!! Hopefully my package will be in the mail early next week to a city and state with an O in it.
01-04-2012, 10:09 AM
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01-04-2012, 10:14 AM
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Good Afternoon Everyone! My goodness, it is so chilly up here! According to the noontime weather it is unseasonably cool where my SP lives as well so I will be certain to add some of her favorite hot beverages in her package to enjoy along with her favorite treats. I would love to see my SP's stash as she and I share very similiar tastes in fabric! I will be sharing some of her favorites from my stash, in addition to making something especially for her. And I can't wait to go shopping this weekend to spend my $10!!! Hopefully my package will be in the mail early next week to a city and state with an O in it.
01-04-2012, 10:17 AM
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Way back someone mentioned scraps ... I LOVE scraps. I have a bad case of cutter's remorse whenever I snip into a measured out piece of fabric. I like the challenge of scrap quilts but hate "ruining" a fat quarter for a 5" or less square. Somehow scraps are less painful to use. I made a resolution to work off my stash this year. I save all pieces for string or crumb quilts for charity or "comfort" quilts for those in need. I'm currently working on a "confetti" quilt, which is lots of fun and a great stress reliever. So please, don't throw away your scraps!!! They have so much potential ...
01-04-2012, 10:18 AM
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01-04-2012, 10:25 AM
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