Sometimes it's hard to admit who you are - am I nuts?
07-15-2014, 04:30 AM
#81
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But it's such a contrast to what my whole life has been! "do this, say that, wear that, speak when spoken to", I even married a man like that, but we are divorced 21 years now. Still single, no luck with relationships but I think I'm too serious sometimes and truthfully, even though it would be nice to share my life with someone, I don't think that's in my stars. But otoh, you don't meet someone until you find you own self, so maybe...
Pennif - that's an interesting statement: "you get tested on what you have not yet had a chance to learn"
Pennif - that's an interesting statement: "you get tested on what you have not yet had a chance to learn"
You sound So much like me I could actually be my life you are talking about. Do what makes You happy. I am still working on it. I have been divorced for 24 yrs. And I am 62 next month.
07-15-2014, 04:34 AM
#82
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If you are crazy, then I am too. I will be 62 this years and I like to make happy quilts that are meant to be used and used up. I am never going to make a perfect quilt or a show quilt and it is not an aspiration of mine. If I made dolls I would do the same. Sewing is my happy place and I sew with the thought that I am doing what I love and that when I give a quilt or share an idea I am spreading the love ... one humble quilt at a time ... 
Pat
Pat
07-15-2014, 05:29 AM
#83
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I am the same way. I can and have made very complex quilts but I don't like too, so I don't. I think that if you don't want to do something, even if you can, why would you? I am sure there are times when we all make things that we don't like but unless it is really important, I don't anymore.
07-15-2014, 05:49 AM
#84
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My quilts won't win any prizes - but they have been made with love in them and the people I give them too seem to be pleased with them and that makes me happy. I'm with you. We do it because we just love to. Keep creating.
07-15-2014, 05:52 AM
#85
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No you are not crazy, I love scrappy quilting making what I want and enjoying what I do. I used to envy the ladies who can do those beautiful gorgeous quilts then I decided to love what I do and how I do it . So far I have never offered a quilt to a friend that was refused.
07-15-2014, 06:11 AM
#86
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I love simple, bright (neon), fun children's quilts, too! What gives me joy is making Project Linus quilts. I love a novelty and four patch, plus many other simple designs. If I can do this till I keel over, I'll be a happy camper!
07-15-2014, 07:18 AM
#89
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Location: Quilting, crocheting, sewing and crafting in my Sewing Room...Peaceful and wonderful !!
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You are who you are and be comfortable with that. As far as a relationship- it will come when its meant to be. I tell my single friends to be happy, do what they like to do and have many gentlemen friends. Then in time things will all work out.
07-15-2014, 07:29 AM
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If it makes you happy, keep quilting and doll making. I am doing the same but not so many dolls and clothes sewing any more. By the way your quilts sound very lovable and cozy. Do you have any pictures posted online? I would love to see them. I think most of us are just having fun and that is just fine.
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