August 30, 2010

cut, stitched, bound


This is Noah's quilt, which is so very close to being done. It's definitely been a labor of love, and I wanted to show it to you.

I started last year, but had to stop and put it away several times. When I got it back out a few weeks ago, at first I could hardly bear to look at it.

I had been so very sad and desperate when I'd worked on it before, and all of those emotions came rushing back at the sight.

But that wore off, thankfully, and I love it again. Now I'm trying diligently to finish it before the 31st. Just a few more finishing stitches to go!

I only wish I could say the same for my heart.

6 comments:

  1. Beautiful. So beautiful. You know, I've had two miscarriages. And the way you love your babies just means so much to me and my own losses. Thanks AGAIN... can I say it one more time? for living your Journey so candidly.

    ang

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  2. Oh, ang! I didn't know. I'm sorry, and thank you, and you're more than welcome.

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  3. The quilt is just beautiful.... thinking of you and your little Noah today and always. Hugs to you both.

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  4. it's ok. I welcome observing someone's life and Journey like yours, where grieving is such a gift. I don't even think I've had a chance to grieve over the years with so much going on. It's there. Deep, deep, deep under so many things. And, I will arrive at the shores of that pain one day too. Surely, if I embrace all there is to grieve too quickly, I shall perish. You know? Again, though, the quilt is phenominal. As is Ailis's. <3

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  5. That is such a beautiful gift for your son.

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  6. That is so so beautiful. You are very talented. One thing I can't do is sew ;)
    **hugs**

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