When our Mother was diagnosed with brain cancer and given 6 months to live, her one and only request was that she could die at home. My Dad had never cooked a meal in his life, and did very little housework, so this was a challenge. My two brothers stepped up to the plate, and went there every single day to help....I was able to go up on my days off to relieve them. I felt they went above and beyond in their compassionate care for our Mother. We were able to grant her final wish.
I could think of no other way to thank them than to make them each a quilt - straight from my heart. It took me almost 6 months to complete these, but they were totally amazed I did this for them, and truly were appreciative.
My brother John is an avid mountain climber, my brother Jeff is an avid forest hiker/mushroom hunter.
I used batiks almost exclusively.

Now this is wonderful. Both the handiwork and your sweet hearted ways. Speaks nicely about you and your family.

Blessings,
Ruth

Oh - I'm sniffling at the warmness of the whole story - also, the quilts are beautiful.

wonderful quilts, and sounds like a wonderful caring family.

Those are both awesome quilts! And from someone who has lost both parents to cancer, I understand! Even though I was the main caretaker, my brothers stepped up when I needed them. I hope you will always have close relationships with your brothers.

This is so handsome for the guys and you were very considerate to take in their interest at heart to putting it on something permanent! This really shows off your quiltmanship. I love them both!

What wonderful quilts the quilting is just perfect!!

Awesome quilts for some awesome guys!! Love your colors and quilting-they're beautiful. Thanks for sharing your wonderful story.

Awesome quilts for both your brothers!! Very touching story!

What a nice story. They are beautiful