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Ironing Quilt Tops

December 4, 2015 by Angie 27 Comments

Ironing Quilt Tops

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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!

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  1. Kathy says

    December 4, 2015 at 10:34 am

    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

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    • Angie says

      December 4, 2015 at 10:36 am

      Thanks Kathy!!

      Reply
  2. Linda says

    December 4, 2015 at 10:44 am

    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

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    • Angie says

      December 4, 2015 at 10:48 am

      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!

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      • Linda says

        December 4, 2015 at 10:57 am

        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?????

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        • Angie says

          December 4, 2015 at 12:19 pm

          LOL I do sleep … it’s anywhere from 5-1/2 hours to 7.

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  3. Elaine says

    December 4, 2015 at 10:45 am

    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.

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    • Angie says

      December 4, 2015 at 10:49 am

      Elaine, I’m sorry to hear about your son and I appreciate you sharing it with me. Hugs and prayers to you!!

      Reply
  4. Judy Ford says

    December 4, 2015 at 12:18 pm

    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.

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  5. Lesa M. says

    December 4, 2015 at 1:52 pm

    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.

    Reply
    • Angie says

      December 4, 2015 at 8:23 pm

      Thanks Lesa!

      Reply
  6. Linda D says

    December 4, 2015 at 5:19 pm

    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…

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    • Angie says

      December 4, 2015 at 8:22 pm

      Thanks Linda!

      Reply
  7. Donna says

    December 4, 2015 at 7:50 pm

    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

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    • Angie says

      December 4, 2015 at 8:21 pm

      Mahola Donna!

      Reply
  8. Marciene says

    December 4, 2015 at 8:49 pm

    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

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  9. Lisa Brown says

    December 5, 2015 at 3:03 pm

    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

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  10. Mary says

    December 5, 2015 at 8:29 pm

    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. 🙂

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  11. Susan says

    December 5, 2015 at 10:50 pm

    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.

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    • Angie says

      December 9, 2015 at 8:54 am

      Thanks Susan!!

      Reply
  12. Barbara Greenwell says

    December 6, 2015 at 12:40 am

    Angie, my heart is breaking for you. Please know you and your husband are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  13. Gail M says

    December 6, 2015 at 11:14 am

    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.

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  14. Donna Bruffey says

    December 8, 2015 at 5:23 pm

    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.

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    • Angie says

      December 9, 2015 at 8:54 am

      Thanks Donna!!

      Reply
  15. Fita says

    December 10, 2015 at 11:07 pm

    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!!!

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  16. Heather North says

    January 11, 2016 at 12:49 am

    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.

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    • Angie says

      January 17, 2016 at 10:47 am

      Thanks Heather …. you hit the nail on the head when you said the word “guilt”!!

      Reply

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