Originally Posted by Jim's Gem
What a very special quilt!!! So wonderful of you to make it for her.
When my daughter lost a couple people in her unit when she was stationed in Afghanistan I made 3 of 4 quilts given to their families through "Home of the Brave" For the 4 yo daughter of one soldier I made the quilt in her favorite colors. I sent block's overseas to the unit while they were still deployed and had their fellow soldiers sign the blocks. Then 2 of the quilts went to the local unit for more signatures of soldiers that also had served with them.
How special! I've made Quilts of Valor and Cuddle Quilts with our Quilt Guild, but there is something special about knowing a bit about the family or situation. I said lots of prayers for Jordan and her family while sewing! My husband pointed out that making this quilt probably helped me deal with the anxiety I stuff when our son is deployed. Is your daughter going back? I know our son will - he is EOD (like in the movie, Hurt Locker), and very much needed in Afghanistan! Blessings to you!!!