This is what I really aspire to every day...
Making every moment count for something...
It has been a month of losses and a month of
new beginnings...The fact is, there are always lessons to be learned..
Always...
I have had my share of losses and what I have learned is not
to waste one moment, complaining.
( Ok, I do that sometimes, it does some
good to get it off my chest Ü) but on the most part, I really try to see
the good in everybody and every thing....
I have learned that for every loss that I have had-
I have miraculously, smiled and laughed again. ...
I have learned that for every detour, I do find my way....
I have learned for every broken heart, my heart seems to grow..
Yep, that is what today is about....being reminded of all of that...
There are many of you that I know personally who are being
challenged, I know-I feel YOU...this is for YOU!
Sew how will I make today count...wellllllll
...here I am....packaging this
Heaven Sent Quilt today to
my dear friend who is a new Grandmumm of a baby girl
I am calling her Missy M.
I embroidered her whole name around the Sash/border...
SEE ....lol. She was born at the beginning of the month...
The doll is not part of the package, ( I know you want it too lol) she needs to stay
behind for some upcoming projects...but she certainly
was interested in the MISSY embroidery...
And this is Missy M's label for her quilt...I just drew a couple circles
and voila a baby carriage...cute heh? lol
And I had some time...well I made some TIME to make a block
for John'aLee's request for STARS for her daughter Tori...
( she lost the love of her life while he was serving in Afganistan, - they were to
married last week)
I made this from Jen's tutorial on Sew We Quilt yesterday..
( my very first star ever)
Sew these are being packaged and off they will go to new homes today...
A reminder to make every moment count....
42 Your COMMENTS here, uplift me.:
Oh you are SO right about this! I have had my share too, like many of us, and no not complaining at all. I always look at the bright site of things as there always is, even when you think there is not! I will make a blocks aswell. Good your reminded me on it! I just couldn't find fabric choices? Can you enlighten me about that? Maybe I didn't see it? Your quilt is adorable and oh those fabrics....I love brown and pink from the day our littrle princess was born, ok, she has 4 legs, but still a princess!
See my post about angels. They make such a difference in other lives. It may be something simple as a gesture or a gift. But it means the world to that person.
hugs to you!
I love your star block, Madame, and your Heaven Sent quilt will be cherished, I know. I'm craziest about that adorable baby carriage....just circles, huh? Well, you can do more with just circles than I can!! Cute!
The quilt is pretty and the label is nothing less than absolutely adorable! That star block is fabulous - in more ways than one!
So well said.
Thank you so much Samm. You are one of the most giving people I have ever met. I was going to call you back yesterday but I couldn't quit crying. Hopefully today will be better my friend. Love you!!
beautiful projects for 2 wonderful causes.Thanks for being a great inspiration!
As amazing as you are.. you never cease to amaze me with your generosity and kindness! I (heart) you Madame Samm!! I also love the cradle you made.. WOW sweet!!
Thank you Thank you for doing the square for Tori.
I hope John'aLee gets lots of blocks - I blogged about it also. You are amazing. Judy C
U touch my Heart! Love ~ Jo
You are a true inspriration to me! Thank you :)
What wonderful words of wisdom...
Love the quilt and your stars....
It is so true...
Very inspiring words, my dear.
YOU touch each and everyone of us! Thank you :)
Oh Samm, I cannot stand it one more minute!!! That amazing quilt is for my little M!!! Your kindness is truly inspiring. My daughter will adore this quilt as will Little M! xxxooo
Samm you inspire me and you uplift me - thank you. blessings, marlene
You are so right. I have been reading on how to be more of the woman I want to be and complaining is one thing that the bookd talked about. Love that baby quilt.
Bless you and thank you!
We never know what words out of our mouths, that we forget having said soon after we speak, will heal or help someone else along life's path.
Sometimes I feel that I fail but I always strive to carry on. Every loss brings an opportunity to grow, if only we allow it.
Mya Angelou once wrote-People may forget what you say, they may forget what you do--but they will always remember how you made them feel.
Samm, wise lady, you make us all feel loved and appreciated.
Live each day to the fullest because you never know what tomorrow will bring! I keep this saying close to my heart. As I almost lost my dad over a year ago,he had a heart transplant.Some days were good and some were not so good but it changed my life forever!Thank you for inspiring me :)
You are more inspiration than you may possibly ever know! Wonderful a wonderful gift and project! Excellent words of wisdom and hope!
Thank you for the reminder. The quilt label is darling. It's all darling.
Thanks so much for the reminder. I get all caught up in the day to day struggles of caregiving and making arrangements and forget to remember the blessings God gives us.
I hope that she is inundated with stars from all over. Thanks for letting giving everyone here the opportunity to join in helping make a treasure.
Jan
MaDear, I was truly blessed the day I became introduced to you ... you are such a generous, inspiring soul ... for which I am extremely, extremely grateful! Your quilt is scrumptious and very proud of your first star ... Awesome job!!
How touching and generous of you. You truly carry the wings of an angel. God Bless!!
You are such a Beautiful Person!! I know you have touched my life my new Blogging Friend in a special way. I am sure that Missy M and Tori will feel it too!!
Huggs, Nancy
I am surprised at how quickly you found the time to make those quilt blocks.I hope I can make some too.
All you say is so true, you must all make the most of each day. As well as making the most of the gifts we have be given.
Indeed sweet lady. This is so true. I love how the quilt turned out. It will be a treasured gift. Congratulations on your first star block. It's wonderful.
Hugs to you,
Shell
The baby quilt is adorable and I will get started on a star block today.
That is well said! Life is full of ups and downs for everyone. Hopefully, as we get older we see that every experience can teach us something and "tomorrow is another day" (as Scarlett always said)!
Beautiful post and a great reminder. I've had a rough summer (is it over yet?)and know many friends and relatives struggling too. But we have come to the same conclusion as you! And to see it in print like this gave me peace. Thank you.
Great post and after hearing more bad news today, it is also a good reminder that it's all going to work out and I know that I won't make anything change by worrying. I can have faith and keep on keeping on.
I do adore that baby quilt, don't know how you do it all. Bless your heart.
I assume Jane is the very lucky new Grandma, and her tiny baby M will be so warm and cozy in this beautiful quilt Samm! How really beautiful it is. The star you made for JohnaLees cause is very nice too! I hope to one day create quilt blocks of my very own. The tiny dollie is SEW cute! ok you could sell these like hot cakes..another day when you have 48 hrs in a day perhaps lol..Lovely post Madame, I too hope that my past losses made my heart grow. I know yours is huge! xoxo Christel
Your baby quilt is adorable! I've always loved that little baby print and you made a super cute quilt with it!
Samm, you are such an inspiration to many, including me. I love your outlook on life and admire you for all that you get done. Your kindness and generosity follows you wherever you go. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, talents and everything else with us/me. Hugs to you!
You do lovely work. I'm sure it will be cherished. Thank you for sharing with all of us.
Thank you Samm for sharing the link to John'aLee's blog. I was so touched by Tory's story. I had to make some stars.
Just wanted to send a little virtual hug your way. It's having tough times that teaches us all true empathy and compassion. It's all in the attitude, right? And yours is a blessed inspiration.
What a lovely baby quilt...I'm sure it will be treasured!
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