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

Great story.... beautiful quilts!

Beautiful quilts and a beautiful family relationship.

A touching story and gorgeous quilts.

My heart goes out to you and your family. Many of us have faced similar situations, but did not have such caring and attentive family members to help. To hear about your brothers stepping in as they did is heartwarming. I am sure the quilts will always be special to them because they represent your appreciation for all they did. Your Mom must be smiling from ear to ear!

God Bless

WOW! Very nice!

Beautiful quilts and lovely sentiment.

Sorry for your loss but it sounds like your Mother was a sweetheart and therefore you and your family are following in her sentiments.

I have two sons that live in a small town in Central OR. It is gorgeous there. They are out on the trails all the time. People in Oregon are outdoors all year long.

Your choice of fabrics and patterns are so right.

Quilter68

They are wonderful. Such nice gifts to give.

Wonderful quilts, and a very special family.

Beautiful quilts

Oh Laurie! WOW! Love them both! I made a moon over the mt. for a cousin. Yours is prettier :lol: Gotta love those brother's of yours! What great guys to step up-says a lot about your mother.
Thanks for sharing. :thumbup:

Just stunning! She must have been a wonderful woman to raise such a caring family.

Those are both beautiful! And what a lovely story!

Very nice quilts and quilting on them. Your Mother was blessed to have such wonderful kids. Sound like great Sons and of course, a great Daughter also.

Both quilts are beautiful, so kind of you to make them for your brothers. Great Job.

Your story is so heart warming and your quilts are beautiful. The quilting is gorgeous - I especially like the pine cones on the border.

Your story was very touching, and tells me a lot about your family! What a wonderful gift for your two brothers; both quilts are beautiful!

Awesome quilts. And I love the pinecone quilting. Both are really, really gorgeous.

Your quilts are beautiful! I bet your brothers will cherish them forever. Your mother definetly raised a great bunch of kids. That is awesome you are all so close. God Bless

What beautiful and special quilts!! Great job!

Ohhhhhhhh those are very nice. Your an awesome sister.
I'm sure they love them very much. :thumbup: Nice job

Speechless!

I am so sorry about your Mother....It's wonderful that your brothers were willing and able to help out this way....You are a loving sister to remember thier kindness this way. The quilts are so beautiful and the quilting top notch!!I hope your Dad has learned to take care of things alone.... :thumbup: :thumbup:

Those two wonderful men deserved the beautiful quilts you made for them. I hope you all find peace and love together in your loss.

WOW, your quilts are just spectacular. And your story warms my heart, thats what family is all about. We can all appreciate the amount of work that you have put into the quilts.

They will always be wrapped in the warmth of your love! Beautiful!

love them and the pinecone quilting

Wow! What gorgeous quilts!! :thumbup:

So sorry about your loss.

What marvelous, gorgeous quilts! No wonder your brothers were wowed to get them. You also managed to achieve making guy quilts that are beautiful and manly at the same time (though this lady likes them, too!).

I hope you and your brothers will stay close for one another. You have a family to cherish.

Beautiful story!! Beautiful quilts. You have a beautiful heart, and a beautiful family. You are blessed!!!

Thanks for sharing your special quilts and your family's story. All are amazing.