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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17365 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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 Posted - Jan 07 2012 : 6:22:35 PM
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You know, every now & then I reflect on my friendships with very special ladies here on the MJF forum....
That being said, I was rummaging through some containers of stuff I have been collecting for my 3rd little trailer "FarmGirl on the Loose".... when I came across a sweet cheery oversized lap quilt,,,,it brought tears to my eyes as I thought of the lovely lady who was our "Swap Mama" for that particular quilt block swap,,,, Claire Adams...
In fact she was the swapmama for 4 other quilt block swaps that I participated in...
Claire was a beautiful soul.... she was struggling with cancer and found refuge & joy in the MJF forum and the quilt swaps. Even when she was her most sick,,, she took on the swap to keep her busy and her mind off her battle with cancer. Sadly in 2008, she lost her courageous battle with cancer,leaving behind a husband and young son... but now resides in that big 'Quilt Room in the Sky'.
I will be using this bright Spring quilt as a wall hanging in my little FarmGirl themed trailer,,,
Thank you Claire, and I truly do miss you.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom.
"Is it time for my Dirt Manicure yet!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22944 Posts
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Posted - Jan 07 2012 : 7:02:23 PM
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Oh Grace- I miss her too. She was such a sweet lady and she had a great sense of humor. I spoke to some churches in her area when she passed away and everyone knew her and loved her. She was one of those bright spirits that makes the world a better place!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
www.allergyjourneys.blogspot.com
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
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Posted - Jan 08 2012 : 03:43:45 AM
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Your post just warmed my heart. I was not blessed to know Clair as you both have, but I believe I can see her in my mind, Making her quilts and sharing with all of you. What wonderfu blessings and memories you have tucked in your mind and heart. Thank you for sharing your story with us.
http:///www.scatteredlittleblessings.blogspot.com
Seek reasons to Love..In every sigment of everyday-look for something that brings forth within you a feeling of Love-Abraham Hicks |
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
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Posted - Jan 08 2012 : 05:00:50 AM
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Grace,
What a nice post and memory. I did not know Claire, but she sounds like the epitome of a farmgirl. Thanks for sharing your special memory.
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
Don't go with the flow...you are the flow.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
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Alanna Neupert
True Blue Farmgirl
66 Posts
Alanna
cabot
PA
USA
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Posted - Jan 08 2012 : 05:41:48 AM
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| Grace-What a beautiful tribute to your friend! I loved it- I didn't know her either, but what a sweet person she must have been. I'm working thru the death of my husband from cancer 4 months ago,hope they can find a cure for this horrible disease. |
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2012 : 06:03:47 AM
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Alanna, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss and changes. It is very difficult and know that we are here anytime you just need to talk. Hugs,Brenda
http:///www.scatteredlittleblessings.blogspot.com
Seek reasons to Love..In every sigment of everyday-look for something that brings forth within you a feeling of Love-Abraham Hicks |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9587 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9587 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2012 : 10:07:09 AM
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Grace,
Thanks for posting this and bringing her to mind. She was a sweet, sweet soul.
I have also been thinking about Linda Geren (a rose) recently. She too lost her battle but has gone on to a far better place. Maybe they are rejoicing together.
What a beautiful reminder you have of a wonderful friendship.
hugs,
Denise
farm girl sister#43
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
O, a trouble's a ton or a trouble's an ounce,
Or a trouble is what you make it!
And it isn't the fact that you're hurt that counts,
But only--how did you take it?
--Edmund C. Vance.
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17365 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17365 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2012 : 6:30:01 PM
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Oh Alanna,,, sending you hugz of love & strength...
SO true, cancer in any form is a horrible thing,,, but we have the ability to support firends, sisters, mothers & daughters who have it.
I so admire the woman who through all her pain doesn't let this desease get the best of her,,, that she takes life and all it gives her,,, and makes memories for those around her when she knows she may only have a limited time to do so.
Let us all be supporters of one another both in illness & good health.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom.
"Is it time for my Dirt Manicure yet!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
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Posted - Jan 09 2012 : 5:32:50 PM
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Grace, I didn't know her, but I have heard very good things about her. You wrote such a good tribute to her.
Alanna, big farmgirl (((HUGS))) to you during this time. Cancer affects too many people, and I have so much respect for the doctors who work everyday to try and fight the disease. My grandfather had cancer a few years ago, and he survived. I thank God for the wonderful doctors who took such care of him.
God's and Farmgirl's Blessings,
Megan
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
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coaloha
True Blue Farmgirl
502 Posts
Pam
USA
502 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2012 : 8:45:35 PM
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Grace, It sounds like Claire left a legacy of warmth and caring. Your memories are a beautiful tribute to her. I agree that particpating in swaps is good medicine...connecting with other farmgirls and being creative is good for the soul.
Warmly,
Pam
Pam Barnes-Palty
Phoenix, AZ
Farmgirl #1075
Happy member of the Southwest Henhouse
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17365 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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prayin granny
True Blue Farmgirl
1874 Posts
Linda
Kansas
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Posted - Jan 11 2012 : 12:29:14 PM
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Ladies,
What bittersweet posts! We do make some very special and beautiful friendships here!
What lovely comments and tributes! Prayers to you all!
Blessings,
Linda |
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