‘Tis the season we all have so
much for which we are thankful – treasures. Be they “stuff” or best of all, memories
of family and friends, places, things we’ve done, folks we’ve lost, and yes,
things. This month your 7 quilts and your narratives captured a life-time of living.
Row 1. What better way to begin a
composite with the subject of Treasures -- family you don’t even
have to know any of those people, artist or individuals shown because the quilt
just says, this is a treasure.
Row 2. Karen, I agree, may the
sun always shine on Serifina’s smile. May we all learn to smile more. Smiles
are contagious. Alice, thank you for capturing the reason for all our
treasures, so your quilt just had to go next. Rita and I saw Christmas 2018
through the eyes of a bright 5-year-old grandson and those memories will be
unforgettable.
Row 3. I’ve been researching the
old documents at our church, dated back to 1888, and I know the thrill of
seeing that original handwriting. Andrea and Judy’s quilts speak volumes to
treasures from the past in the stroke of a pen. Best of all, the documents give
us a tactile memory also and often even tweak your sense of smell. Hmm, how
about an occasional grease stain on an old recipe?
Row 4. Rita and I are transplanted
Texans – got here quick as we could – and we have no plans to leave. Kathy’s
quilt is a memory to that pride. Andrea,
what a wonderful, creative way to “treasure” your charms. Too often, charm
bracelets go out of fashion or end up in a jewelry box and the memories are
hidden away. You have discovered a way to combine your quilting talents with
your treasure box and reminisce while so doing.
Job well done – all.
Randy
