Thursday, February 16, 2017

Thankful Thursday

I am thankful that I got my daughter's quilt finished last week.  She chose the fabrics, chose the pattern, together we made the top, and I pin-basted and quilted it. We made the top in May, and I started the pin-basting and quilting some time after she left.

Then Roger had his stroke August 2 and I did not get to quilt any on it for at least 3 months...and then only a line or two here and there.  And that was machine quilting.

I am thankful that I took Roger to the strip pits yesterday and let him try driving...he did okay there.  Not ready for a busy city by any means...

And I am so very thankful that my older daughter now lives about 3½ hours away.

I am linking to Michelle's Thankful Thursday.
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14 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2017 at 8:38 PM

    The quilt is beautiful. So happy your daughter is living closer to home and I know she will treasure this quilt. So thankful that Roger is doing better. Hope you both have a restful night.

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  2. Ginny HartzlerFebruary 16, 2017 at 9:18 PM

    It is lovely! And I love the little squares at the junctions. Roger is making great progress! I bet he loved driving around.

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  3. Joyful QuilterFebruary 16, 2017 at 10:33 PM

    Beautiful quilt! Love the subtle colors. I've always wanted to make a star in a star quilt.

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  4. Ruth HiebertFebruary 16, 2017 at 10:43 PM

    Lovely quilt, but even better is the progress that Roger is making.

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  5. TomFebruary 16, 2017 at 11:46 PM

    ...it turned out great.

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  6. MadSnapperFebruary 17, 2017 at 8:18 AM

    I want this one. I love the colors, the pattern. it is gorgeous.

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  7. Carol- Beads and BirdsFebruary 17, 2017 at 8:26 AM

    Your quilt is beautiful. What makes it really special is that you worked on it together with your daughter. Each week it seems like Roger is getting a little back. After reading the post I was wondering what Roger would say HE is thankful for. Of course his family and his wonderful wife. Has he talked about his recovery and his feelings about his limitations? I am wondering because Terry and I talk about how limited he is now with his RA and I see some limits mentally either dementia or from mini strokes or perhaps medications. It's good to think about what you are thankful for. It resets your balance, I think.
    xx, Carol

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  8. ~Lavender Dreamer~February 17, 2017 at 8:53 AM

    What a lovely design and such soft muted colors...something she'll enjoy for years to come. I'm glad Roger is doing better and I know it's a blessing for both of you. Hugs, Diane

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  9. Hootin AnniFebruary 17, 2017 at 2:00 PM

    Wow...stunning. Warm, soothing, and so comfy looking.

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  10. KarenFebruary 17, 2017 at 9:20 PM

    The quilt is VERY NICE. I love those colors. I am happy for you for the progress your husband is making. Thankful.

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  11. Cat LoverFebruary 18, 2017 at 11:30 AM

    What wonderful things to be thankful for! Have a good day!

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  12. MichelleFebruary 18, 2017 at 2:31 PM

    This is a wonderful list and your quilt work is beautiful. Thanks for linking up and have a great weekend!

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  13. MaryFebruary 18, 2017 at 10:49 PM

    You do have a lot to be thankful for! I'm so glad that Roger is getting that much better to try driving. The quilt looks great! You are so talented. It is great that she is closer to home now. Have you been over there yet?

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2017 at 9:06 PM

    If you let Roger keep practicing often, who knows what he will be capable of:) But I can imagine you're thankful he has come this far:) I love the subtle differences in this quilt! Beautiful!

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