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A gift of heart and hand.....

6/19/2014

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I arrive at work the other day to find someone had left a gift for me.   Not just any gift, but a handmade, hand stitched quilt, a priceless treasure.   I was confused as I took it out of the bag. Shane told me Ginny brought it in and then I recognized her artful handiwork but wondered what it meant.   Ginny is one of the Main Street Hooker gals who have been hooking with the group for as long as I can remember.  She is not just a fabulous rug hooker, she is a master crafts person.  Every medium she lays her hand to is immaculately conceived; completed with so much perfection you’d think a machine made it.  

 I was stunned and not quite sure what to think, what to say or how to act from this random act of generosity.   In all the days on this planet, no one has ever given me such an amazing gift.  This quilt was a time consuming, labour of love that Ginny would have endeavored over for months, possibly years, created from thread, cotton and care. 


 My hand kept caressing the softness of the material while I admired the beautiful pineapple motifs.  I started to tear up and ran to the bathroom to check the degree of redness on my face. I'm an ugly crier, turning a blotchy beet colour and wouldn't want to scare anyone. When I came out of the bathroom still sniffling, Ginny had dropped back in.  I’m generally never at a loss for words but I was speechless.  What can you say, even a very sincere thank-you padded with jewels and pearls wouldn't  seem like enough.  I lack experience on the receiving end of things and it makes me awkward and shy.   I didn’t want to bawl like a baby so I swallowed hard to beat back the river.  There really aren’t enough words to convey what was in my heart at the time, but believe me when I say it was beating double time to the tune of gratitude.  I hugged her and she said she knew I would give it a good home and she is so right!  I will cherish her  gift for the rest of my days and pass it down to my son on my deathbed.   Of all the treasures I’ve accumulated this quilt is the piece I would grab if someone yelled fire, second only to my pups. 

Ginny has a wicket sense of humour with stand-up execution and we’ve had a lot of laughs over the years.  At one time she was taking a break from rug hooking and finishing a quilt, maybe the same one she gave me.  I commented that it was the most beautiful quilt that I’ve ever seen.  I can appreciate the colourful quilts but I’ve never been drawn to them, they just don't fit into my subtle décor.  I'm one of those freaky matchy, matchy people, that needs to coordinate. I love what Ginny created in soft ivory, the only pattern is in the stitchery.   This quilt that would fit any bedroom in my house and steal the show with its classic beauty.   Ginny, Ginny, I thank you so much for this precious gift, you are one in a million to me! 

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The photos do not do this quilt justice.  You will have to take my word of its beauty! 
14 Comments
Alice link
6/19/2014 02:00:42 am

An absolutely beautiful gift ~ your friend cares a lot for you ~ that, too, is a great gift!

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Marcia
6/19/2014 02:15:15 am

Beautiful story...

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Betsy Boltik
6/19/2014 02:15:51 am

Simply amazing. That amazing woman is saying how much she appreciates you. As do the rest of us who enjoy your blog daily. She had a humdinger of a way of showing it!

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Michelle Petit
6/19/2014 02:27:38 am

Brings a tear to my eye just thinking of the love and friendship that brought this all together. Blessing to both of you.

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Patricia
6/19/2014 04:48:15 am

Beautiful! Love the story - a testament to friendship.

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Sandy
6/19/2014 07:29:07 am

Your words are lovely. I am sure after reading this she knows how you feel!

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Sherry
6/19/2014 07:29:48 am

Lucky you, it's beautiful!

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Marye
6/19/2014 07:30:26 am

What a priceless treasure!

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Dorothy
6/19/2014 10:35:16 am

The gift itself is absolutely beautiful...the friendship and love it conveys...PRICELESS!!

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Tracy
6/19/2014 11:51:44 am

The feelings after receiving such a gift would be overwhelming. Truly heartfelt.

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Anne Marie Lewis
6/19/2014 01:26:17 pm

It is such a pleasure to give a gift to someone who appreciates it and loves it - such a total joy. She knew how you would love it and it was a work of love. Bless you both.

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Alisoon
6/19/2014 11:10:25 pm

Amazing gift, an heirloom to be passed down through the family. Beautiful work.

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Maggie
6/20/2014 01:52:23 am

What a stunning treasure made by a person with a beautiful heart and talent!!

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Claudia
9/18/2014 10:20:01 am

What a wonderful piece of artwork and stitching beyond the beyond. A wonderful treasure from a wonderful stitcher and hooker. Enjoy your treasure!
A true work of love!

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