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Old 12-07-2013, 12:14 PM
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My DS called me the day before Thanksgiving and said "Mom, what would you say if someone asked you to make a quilt in two weeks?" I believe the look on my face was the only answer he needed but he went on to explain it was for his unit and would benefit local soldiers and since I have two sons in that unit, how could I refuse and I didn't. He showed me a picture of the quilt he wanted and I drafted a pattern and called on my cousin for help. It has the Soldiers Creed embroidered on the white strips and I can't even recite it now without choking up...In 6 days, we completed the quilt and I delivered it to the armory this morning. This is the most meaningful quilt I have ever made and I'd do it again in a heartbeat...but not while working and most definitely NOT in 6 days!
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a work of love. beautiful job.
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Old 12-07-2013, 12:20 PM
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thank you and your sons for serving! I include you because as a Mom of a soldier, I know you also serve in your own way.


This is so beautiful and I can't go further cuz I'm choking up also.
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Totally AWESOME!
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Old 12-07-2013, 12:24 PM
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more than awesome! I don't have words to say the thanks that I (as all Americans) owe you and your sons. Beautiful work!
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We make time for a labour of love. Wonderful quilt!
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Beautiful quilt. Isn't it amazing the things that we will do for our children.
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Beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!! Tell your sons thank you from me.
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very nice quilt
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Beautiful job !
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