I made this quilt for my dear friend Cathy who is dying of cancer. This is her 4th time caner has been found in her body. The doc. told her that this was the one that would take her life. The woman in the center is our woman's group that gathers together twice a year. In the fall we go to a cabin for a weekend of sharing our joys and sorrows.This is the greatest group of friends. The colors are the theme of fall. The candles are the centering of our gatherings. We are writing our thought on the quilt and know that this is how we can comfort her at this time. Tears ran down my face as I sewed and quilted. This was my first major quilt job and it isn't perfect, but it was made with love. Can you find my picture?

Beutiful work!

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by read180 31 Aug 2010

Thank you

So sorry that you and your friend are going through this, cancer is very unfair. Your quilt shows your love. I couldn't find your pic since I can't enlarge the quilt but I know she will treasure it during the time she has left and she knows how much you care. One day at a time.

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by read180 31 Aug 2010

Thank you

Very beautiful!

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by read180 31 Aug 2010

Thank you

OH Cindy this is wonderful - how perfect it really is - I couldn't find the Teddy Bear in the pictures of woman - so please help us find you????? *4U

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by read180 07 May 2010

I am on the left directly across from her,
blond wearing a blue sweatshirt

What a beautiful thing to do for your friend. May God Bless you during this difficult time.

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by read180 07 May 2010

Thank you, it is very hard to see the changes in one's life.

You are a treasure for sure...you did a wonderful job...What a heartfelt story you shared with us....its a time to really reflect on how special friends are when you know you will lose them soon...Its when you have your friends around you you feel loved the most....May the LORD show you so much in all the time you have with her...love deanna

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by read180 07 May 2010

Thank you so much. Cathy just asked me to come and sit with her when the time comes. I feel honored.
Cindy B.

What a sweet way of showing you care. You did a fantastic job. What is the name of the quilt? What a great idea to write or journal in the middle of the squares. Just lovely...

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by read180 04 May 2010

Thank you so much. I don't know if the quilt has a name I did not follow and pattern. I just figured it out in my head. There probably is someone that knows what it is called. Other wise I might have to give it a name.
Cindy B.

by keeponsewing 30 Aug 2010

Cindy, it doesn't matter what the actual pattern is, you can still name the quilt what you want. Maybe Seasons of ? (your friends name), or Seasons of Life, Seasons of Love... You name it what you feel it deserves. Definitely a labor of Love...Terre

What a lovely quilt.*4u

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by read180 04 May 2010

Thank you alex

Well i think you did a great job for just starting to quilt give yourself a big hug from me ok!!!Carolyn

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by read180 04 May 2010

Thank you so much Carolyn. I am planning to make a quilt for my oldest son and his wife for Christmas. I want to play off of there wedding colors. Red, Black and white.
Cindy B.

This is a very nice PQ to give comfort to your friend. I belong to a PQ where we make free lap quilts for anyone that is in need of prayers. The church group then takes it to the members of the church and they make a prayer for every tie that is tied. I am blessed too with giving one to my niece (35) who is now stage 5 and calls it her wubby. It gives comfort. So, I know what this means to you and your friends. Prayers for the both of you.

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by read180 04 May 2010

Thank you so much ejtads, I am so excited to here about your church giving of their time and talents and prayers to those in need. I feel this is such a powerful way to witness our faith, no matter what denomination you belong to. God Bless you and your niece and hugs and prayers to you from MN
Cindy B.

Very nice.

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by read180 04 May 2010

Thank you

beautiful quilt,Iam sure it will give her comfort.

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by read180 04 May 2010

Thank you

What a wonderful way to show your love to Cathy. My prayers are with you all.

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by read180 03 May 2010

Thanks you!

What a lovely gift you have made for Cathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hugs Yvonne

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by read180 03 May 2010

Thank you Yvonne. Prayers are what we all need.

Beautiful gift. I know it had to be so hard to make this quilt under the sad circumstances but what a special gift to give. Blessings to you and prayers for all.

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by read180 03 May 2010

Thank you so much. It was hard ,but also very helpful for me to channel my emotions

Cindy I think it is a beautiful quilt and Cathy will love.

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by read180 03 May 2010

Thank you tippi. Yes she loved the quilt and she said she cried reading everyones' comments.

You are great friend and this is perfect friendship gift beautiful job

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by read180 03 May 2010

Thank you oaro

A perfect gift! Quilts are not showing our perfection but our affection. You friend will love it and be comforted by it, I'm sure.

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by read180 03 May 2010

Thank you mops. She has had a rough life and I know I will miss her.

You are truly a friend to treasure!
I believe that with friends like you we can face anything and achieve anything.
Keep doing what you are doing for your friend as she needs your friendship. I will keep her (and you)in my prayers.

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by read180 03 May 2010

Thank you fleabag, that is a funny handle!
I have found that making this quilt was the way I could handle my emotions and not fall to pieces to loose Cathy, even though I know that she will be returning to her maker and be in a better place.

this is just the most perfect gift for her. What a wonderful friend you are.
blessings
Lee

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by read180 03 May 2010

Thank you so much smith

very nice quilt & great idea ****

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by read180 03 May 2010

thank you stickmuster.