Ironing Quilt Tops
My goal for 2015 was to make a Quilt for every immediate family member …… and I’m sad that I fell short.
I haven’t counted recently …. but I believe I made approximately 20 Quilt Tops this year. The next step for all of them is to take them to a long arm quilter (grrrr …. I wish I had the time and the means to do it myself).
Before I can take my quilts to Shirley I need to iron them …… so ….. one morning this week that’s exactly what I did.
I’m going to switch lanes for a few minutes and share some personal stuff ….. the whole reason for me starting this blog was so I could write about anything and everything.
My husband was diagnosed with Melanoma in November, had surgery and now he needs another surgery. With the holidays approaching and hearing the cancer word again … it has thrown me for a loop and that’s putting it mildly!
We’ve had many people say “it will be okay” and we’ve had people say “yeah so and so died from melanoma”. Everyone means well …. but it still doesn’t change how you feel when you’ve been told you have cancer or your husband has cancer. Those that have had cancer know exactly what I’m talking about.
So, just like last year … when I feel sad or emotional I just want to turn to my sewing machine. But I also want to be a better wife and a better mother. We all know that work-a-holics struggle with balancing and I’m no exception. Every day I wake up struggling …. do I focus on work or my family, our house and Christmas?
I don’t know how much I will post in the next month … I want to post every day!! I know when I share … it helps ….we all struggle and to know we are not alone is huge. But … this story is not just mine to share and although I’m an open book (most of the time) my family is not.
If I don’t see or chat with you again before Christmas just know you are in my thoughts and when I have a better grasp on everything I will be back.
My last quilt completed was the Double Slice Layer Cake Quilt Along and I have two choices for the next one … as soon as I can come up for air I will work on it.
Thanks for listening (or reading) and have a wonderful day!
Oh, Angie. Sorry for your heartache. You are a strong woman. Turn to your faith and hang in there. Your families will be in my prayers! Hugs
Thanks Kathy!!
Hi Angie, the minute I read your post I immediately turned to prayer. And I will certainly continue. Many many people will be keeping you and your family in their prayers, thoughts and hearts . Modern medicine today is miraculous. I hope you will be able to find some quiet time for yourself everyday. My thoughts are with you and Dave and your family. Keep in touch when your able.
Sincerely,
Linda
Thank you Linda!! by the way I’m going to use the gift card you sent me this weekend … the fabric store is calling my name!
Good. Just do it. You should do WHATEVER makes you feel peaceful and content at this time. Your quilts are beautiful. I wish I had just an ounce of your energy. Do you ever sleep?????
LOL I do sleep … it’s anywhere from 5-1/2 hours to 7.
Angie, I am so sorry to about your hubby. My heart aches for you and your family. Brings me back 30 + years ago when we were told that our 10 year old sons brain tumor had reappeared and no second chances. We were told this a week before Christmas.
May the good Lord rest his gentle hands on each of you during this time.
Elaine, I’m sorry to hear about your son and I appreciate you sharing it with me. Hugs and prayers to you!!
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. The Christmas season is difficult enough without additional stressors thrown in. Just take care of yourself and your family. We can pick up with the quilting after the new year.
Hi Angie,
Sorry to hear what’s happening . Focus on your family and work and we’ll be here when you return from the Holiday hussle and bussle. Take care.
Thanks Lesa!
Thoughts and prayers for you and your family – trust in the Lord and take care of yourself.
We will be here whenever you want to share – do not be hard on yourself and think you have to do everything at this time of year – give yourself a break and learn to let some things go…
Thanks Linda!
Angie,
Christian sisters listen to each other and pray! Your openness has inspired me creatively from almost the day you started your blog, and has traveled with me in my own earthly travels moving to another country; helping me to feel and stay connected to the US, and sisters there. One of my friends in our state, Hawaii, liked you so much that she signed up under you. I then became her customer, purchasing from her as your downline. Keep sharing, as in return we are humbly listening and praying, remembering all you have freely done for us-and now even how to quilt! We really do care about you and your family health matters.
Donna
Aloha Girl in Kiwi Land
Mahola Donna!
Angie,
I’m so sorry you are going through another year or trials. We also found out in September that my brother-in-law has stage 4 cancer (source unknown) and was given a year. He is undergoing chemo now, but has had so many side effects, I’m not sure we have a year. I also found out a friend who lives in Virginia was also diagnosed with cancer and has to have surgery in February. There’s just too much of this dreadful disease now! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Stay strong and be there for your hubby and kids. Work will always be there when you want or need it to be.
Take care,
Marciene
Dear Angie,
Wanted to let you know that I will be praying for Dave as well as you and the kids. May you all feel the peace of the Lord. Praying for complete healing in the name of Jesus.
Sending hugs,
Lisa
So sorry to hear about your husband. May the Lord hold your husband in the palm of His hand. Prayers for your husband and your family. If we don’t hear from you before Christmas, please have a great one with your family. 🙂
Just wanted to tell you that you have touched my heart. I just discovered you tonight, but want you to know you and your family are in my prayers. Blessings dear lady.
Thanks Susan!!
Angie, my heart is breaking for you. Please know you and your husband are in my thoughts and prayers.
Angie, May you feel the love and strength from our Lord. God is with you. I will continue to pray for you and now your husband’s healing. Be well.
My prayers go up for you and your hubby, Angie. I know exactly what you are thinking and feeling; my husband had melanoma on his upper arm. It was removed and covered with a skin graft from his leg. He opted out of any treatment, to my dismay. You and your hubby will be in my prayers whenever I think of you, which will be frequently. Everybody can use an extra prayer or two or a thousand! God Bless you.
Thanks Donna!!
Angie,
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are fighting our cancer battle with my husband (multiple myeloma). Our faith in the lord, family, friends and dear brothers and sisters in Christ who have come along side us is what gets us through each day. Cast all your cares on the lord!!!
Cancer is the dirtiest word I know. I’m so sorry that your husband and your family is dealing with it. Just do what you need to do and say what you need to say to get through this time. Finding balance is never easy. Try not to take on too much guilt. If working or sewing or cleaning or reading a book helps you get through this time, then do it. You need to do what you can to “fill your bucket” so you have something to give back to your husband and kids when they need it from you.
Thanks Heather …. you hit the nail on the head when you said the word “guilt”!!