Recently I shared with a fellow quilter
how the next chapter of our lives was reflective in the
seasons. She wanted more- sew I thought I would share
this with you too. This year of creating "quilt duvets" will
show you what I mean..
ps. thanks Leslie..
show you what I mean..
ps. thanks Leslie..
I have always looked at my life as "seasons".
Living in Canada you sew appreciate the changes...
the gifts that each season brings...
I have looked at my life the same way-
accepting that changes are inevitable.
Living in Canada you sew appreciate the changes...
the gifts that each season brings...
I have looked at my life the same way-
accepting that changes are inevitable.
Take for instance this Quilt Duvet above, I would call this
SPRING- if you are between the ages of 0-25
you are in the spring of your life...
Like buds everything is new, exciting sew full of
live and adventure... Your view of the world
is very colorful.
You just want to grasp everything
is very colorful.
You just want to grasp everything
and squeeze it silly...(ok that was me) lol
This is the time of your life when you should worry
less and just enjoy every darn moment...
This is the time of your life when you should worry
less and just enjoy every darn moment...
This was passed onto someone in that age
bracket..a reminder not to take like too seriously..
Enjoy the brightness of it all...
You are in Summer if you are in between the ages of 25-40.
This is when everything happens. You fall in love.
you have careers, you travel, you have children
and life is pretty darn SWEET.
Sure you struggle with balance,
but as soon as it all arrived at your doorstep
it will soon be gone too... Sew create lots of memories..
You will understand why when you get to the
Fall and Winter of course...Ü
They will bring you sew many smiles
your season of summer!
This Quilt Duvet was given to someone in that
age group with a reminder to accept life
sweetest treats..they are out there sugar
just waiting to be savored....
Ahhh The Fall, if you are between 40-50 years old .
You are probably wondering, what now..?
you just Don't Know...( Do-no)
You have sew many questions... and that is really a good thing.
You begin to wander what is the meaning of your
life. Is this it? What difference are you really making?
What are you going to do for the rest of your life?
You may even be an empty-nester? When did all that happen?
You may not even recognize the new YOU in the mirror...
Ahh but smile at her-
she is still sew beautiful!
That breeze you are experiencing from the Fall winds
are gentle nudges, to keep you going and to remind
you the best is yet to come..
I gave this one to someone who was struggling
with her identity after her children and husband left...
( she is doing sew much better today and I am sew proud of her)
And finally if you are between 50- and beyond
you are in the WINTER of your life..
Not the end at all, actually a NEW beginning...
My favourite season...
Ahh you have more wrinkles to your smile,
you take longer to get up and going in the morning..
* well not me yet lol
I think you LAUGH more in this season, at least I do...
I cherish every single moment, every little miracle
that happens to come across my path.
I count blessings each and every day.
Kids are gone, sold our large home for a custom bungalow,
I am retired..hubby still works..* thank goodness...lol
This is the time of your life when you realize
GOD has a great sense of humor and he has blessed
you with it... And if you are lucky enough
to share it with alike people (*quilters, faewee makers, doll
and bear makers, you know the creative ones that I have
come to treasure...) for me
you realize this SEASON is the best of all.
Because you get to share it with them...
They share your moments, they understand
the changes and they laugh more with you
than at you...
They sew understand the warmth of this season.
This quilt is with a neighbor who just turned 60.
My dear sweet Darlene...(You know Bob's wife
the one with baking radar)
She found humor in it...and I could not think
of anyone who would enjoy it as much as she does~!
What season are you, and what personal reflection
do you have to add...? I would love to hear all about it..
P.s, I had no idea when I began this journey
into the Winter of my life, that I would create these Quilt Duvets
to describe my life... God had a Plan...didn't he?
I am sew pleased he included you...
Neat how that happens...
* to all you Quilters who have welcomed
me in the winter of my life..
You have warmed my heart much
more than you will ever know.
32 Your COMMENTS here, uplift me.:
God has been planning my life since I was in the womb and it's a darn good thing - I'm sure I would have messed it up royally! As for me, Im in the winter of my life (64) but, I think, having more fun than my children who are in the summer of theirs. I'm a retired public school administrator (yes, the dreaded assistant high school principal in charge of discipline, and then the dreaded assistant superintendent in charge of discipline again but of teachers)who now does church stuff, volunteer stuff, and quilt stuff. I love every single minute of it and if God takes me home tomorrow I'll be smiling at all the UFOs I left behind for someone else to figure out! blessings, marlene
I am in the summer of my life and finding it very enjoyable. Especially since we only have a year left until we move back to our home to be and really settle down :) That will be nice :) BTW I really like the X and O quilt at the bottom, I designed a similar a month ago for the MBS and it will come out in January. We must think along the same lines :)
Great post! I love the analogies. This is the fall season for me, and had great plans for a little more spreading of wings now that my youngest is in college. But the Lord has taken me down a little detour. A few medical issues have snuck in and what I find is that the Lord also brings you to a place of reflection, to your knees so to speak. Not only where am I going and what is the difference I am making, but the realization that the Lord holds us in the palm of His hand. Plans can be made, but we must keep in mind that our Creator is guiding our steps every day.
As you well know Madame, I am in the autumn of my days, and can't wait to see what might come next! I have never enjoyed such personal peace as I do now that I found my niche. Of course we all have the bumps in the road, mine seem to be craters some days, but all learning experiences, and opportunity for growth if you really look. I know the winter of my life will be great as long as you are a part of it! I treasure your advice, and friendship. You are my go to gal! I need look no further than your door to see where I would like to be next season. mmuuaahhh Christel
Oh Samm,
I am so blessed to have met you. God is awesome. Between the music and your posting I just sat and let your words soak in.
Thank you, darling friend. You are gifted and blessed in so (oops) SEW many ways. (o: You are an inspiration.
Blessings always,
Joyce
(I will write, I've been quiet, Oct. 19 my Mom has been gone (from earth) for 3 years - it is so - I mean I just miss them to pieces, but I KNOW where they are, happy & healthy.)
I love being at this age when you begin to decide when you still want to do...and get busy with something new! I am in the winter....somehow this made me feel depressed though! But I'll try to see it through the eyes of your friend! lol Enjoy your day, sweet lady! ♥
Oh yeah, girl, I'm a spring chicken in the fall of her life! Talk about confused!!You did,so eloquently, get the fall thinking right on...just what I am experiencing right now and haven't been able to put into words. It just came to me the other night that I have been driving myself crazy trying to "figure it all out"....and that I DON'T HAVE TO "figure it all out". I just have to live it moment by moment . I think....LOLOL!????
I am in the summer of my life. Even though life can be bittersweet at times, I am the mother of 3 healthy children (who for the most are behaved) and the wife of a wonderful man who works hard so I can stay home and raise the kids. The good definitely out ways the bad.
Wonderful post, Samm! I'm in the winter of my life and enjoying every minute of it. I love your analogies - they are right on target.
I guess before I read this I would consider myself in the late summer of my life with a lot of time and seasons left to enjoy in life. I am 57 so according to your post I am in the winter of my life which sounds so final to me. It is the most wonderful time ever but I need to call it something besides winter.
Time-wise, I'm in the fall (42), but I have 3 kids under the age of 4 (twins + 1) who are trying to hold me in summer (and would prefer I was in spring)! Great analogies and fun to think about!
Hey woman! ;) as I already told you I am in the fall season of my life but....so many new things going on in my life (starting college and learning to love new things and hobbies), some wonderful and some...well not so wonderful but that is okay, God gives me stregnth the handle the good and the bad :)
I love, love, love your outlook on life...it's made me think a lot since I noticed your *seasons of life* I know God puts us right where he wants us and will let us see what we need to see, I know I saw your *seasons of life* for a reason :) thank you my new friend! HUGS!!! have a blessed day sweetie!!!
I really like your analogy and how you have applied each season to your own life. Well written and I really enjoyed reading a little more about you...
Jennifer :)
Samm, I am in tears, seriously! This post sew touched a chord and ahhh the tears came rolling. How very beautiful! Said in a way only our Samm could say it.
As for me, well I am an oddity I believe. I started my family very young and now even though I am 37 I feel like a teen at times. I'm not quite sure where I fit in? I feel all of those seasons now in different ways and different times LOL
Thank you for such a wonderful post, I cannot stop smiling. Tears and smiling, yup that's me LOL
Love you lady! Xoxoxxx Ree
How do you do it Sam, how do you make me laugh one day and tear up the next. May I share this. I think you are right, we take ourselves too seriously. Thank you for breaking it down for me. I am in the fall of my life and I can tell you that some days I don't even recognize ME. This gives me so much hope, how can I thank you for sharing you with me. Oh the others too. You are LOVE, your friend always, Kathy
Whoaaa Samm - you have hit it soooo on the mark with your analogies. I am in Fall and each day I ask myself "so now what?" as I am in a real state of limbo. As I read todays post the tears just slid down but in a happy sad sort of way. I know things will all come clear but it is that frustration of having to find my way that gets to me somedays.....I'm not very good at not knowing what next. But thanks for your "upness"!!!! Ciao
Dear MS, I am so glad I met you and I love visiting your blog for inspiration. This post touched my heart. I am in the beginning of fall and so many times I asked "what now". But God has the answer to all the questions. Thanks for taking the time to do this wonderful post.
We all love you!
I'm just two months shy of winter and already find the simple things like a warm soft breeze, coloring of the sky or whistle of a bird makes me appreciate just being in the moment and taking it all in...everything I hadn't taken much notice in before surrounds me now. My family thinks I'm crazy at times for enjoying just sitting and watching a squirrel hunt for nuts while the last of the warm sun fills my soul. Your analogy spot on! I enjoyed...your a blessing and glad I found your friendship through our quilt/blogging endeavors.
I hope you can read this, I don't have a blog and I rarely leave any comments. Today I have to. I am sitting here at a hotel, I am away on business, and I am saldy alone thinking I am in the fall of my LIFE. Every thing you pointed out I have asked myself. I read your Winter and it gives me hope. You gave this woman hope tonight and I thank you dearly. thank you Lizzie
Samm...not only do I love this post, but I loved reading the other comments. I'm almost to the middle of Fall, and loving every minute...but also feel an urgency to do something more...not sure what that is...but I'm trying to figure it out!
Hi Samm, What a beautiful post. It really makes me think ~ why am I here in front of the computer when I should be creating a wondeful memory! I only have a few years left before fall approaches! You make it easy and worth while to spend a moment reflecting. Thank you! I really admire your point of view, and think it is such a great treat to relate with your quilts. Hugs-Cori
Winter, schminter, girl friend!! I may be winter in "years", but this girl's got spring in her step, summer on her skin and fall in her mind!...giggle... Today was one of those picture perfect fall days! A cobalt blue sky with a crisp brisk wind blowing colorful leaves everywhere...willy nilly!! After sitting in a BORING all-day staff meeting, I jumped in my car with the sun roof open, the radio blastin'...just so gladddddddddd to be alive (and out of that darn meeting!!)LOL!! Drove straight home and was greeted by my sweet doggie with unconditional love and licks and up to my sewing room! My motto is "find your bliss and do it every day!!" Sewing and quilting makes me happy and so does reading your blog, dear friend! :-)
I enjoyed the comments! I'm glad I came back to read some more! I am a Spring chicken,too! heehee! Hugs! ♥
Hello again, I am in the winter of my life and I could not agree more with you. Nice quilts to go with your stories. Funny how that worked out. I would like to add Samm, that this season also defines your life by the people who are in it. Looking around I would say you are rich with many wonderful friends. I hope to be included as I cherish you and your delightful mind. Love Claudette
Thanks so much for the wonderful post - with such insight! I'm in the fall now - just beginning the fall. With it comes many changes, like the leaves are changing into to so many vibrant colors! All in all a beautiful place to be in the journey of life. Loved this post! Oh - and I so HEART all of your duvets (smile)!
just lovely!!
I came back several times to read and re-read this post. And looked forward to seeing (and hearing)the comments. What a wonderful insight that has touched so many. I'm happy to say I've reached my winter and enjoying it.
I keep returning, I feel safe here,how you interpret the seasons, I really understand you more. I have sent this to my children and friends and they write me saying they cried. It is that beautiful. Sam you are this amazing lady who has a gift with words among other things. I am really thankful I have met you face to face. You are so beautiful. Sheila xo
Wow! This post is very touching and inspirational! I'm technically in the summer part of my life! I usually feel older then I am, since I'm 33 with a 15, 13, and 11 year old. Most people my age are just getting married and having kids. I don't usually relate to people my age, because alot of them still go to the bars and party like they are 21. I had 2 kids at 21 and had been married 3 years! As I get older, I just can't wait to discover what is in store for me. I'm finally finding out who I am again, after many years of feeling lost and out of place. This quilting community has helped me to figure that out! Thank God for blessing me with such wonderful friendships. Even though most are long distance, they have been the best!! Hugs Ariane
I'm in the Fall, and fast approaching Winter. But I am looking forward to Spring again. I plan on cycling thru twice.
Oh did I love this blog post.Just wonderful Samm!I wish I were a quilter.It looks so fun,so colorful and always an enjoyment Im sure.Well Im in the winter of my life.I so enjoy it.Its life at its best.Thanks to you its even nicer,hugs!
I'm enjoying the fall, realizing that winter is coming & want to be prepared. I want to be stocked up (with more than just fabric :). I really love this time of my life, we're all together and I am cherishing each moment with my family.
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