Quilt Corner Tales
Amish Delight
Amish Quilting with its solid fabrics and dense hand-work is in a class by itself. Simple and basic, it is without a doubt “the jewel in the crown” of quilting!
February 27, 2026
Hope and Encouragement
Optimism 2026
“The essence of optimism is not in its view of the present, but the fact that it is the inspiration of life and hope when others give in…” D. Bonhoeffer
January 3, 2026
The Advent of Christmas
The Light
The Word – that Light which shines in the darkness is enduring, and prevails – always.
Christmas serves to remind us of this. For within that Light is the hope of a better day to come. No darkness can ever extinguish or overcome this Light.
December 19, 2025
Hope and Encouragement
Sanctuary
The comfort of Psalm 91 re-interpreted in poetic rhyme. The Lord is my refuge and my fortress… his faithfulness will be your shield in times of trouble.
November 20, 2025
Poetry: Rhythm in Words
Recycled Soldiers
A poem written by a WWII veteran for his fellow comrades – those who survived and those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
November 11, 2025
Faith and Belief
Isn’t this a Time!
Current events leave us feeling out of control. Encouraging words for the times in which we live. And the important role Faith plays in our lives, the better to help see us through these difficult days.
September 28, 2025
Faith and Belief
Faith Such as This
Dietrich Bonhoeffer wrote… “I believe that God will give us all the strength we need to help us in times of distress… a faith such as this will allay all our fears.” Words of hope and encouragement to see us thru these difficult days filled with so much uncertainty.
August 21, 2025
Celtic Wisdom
Anam Cara
The Celtic tradition of Anam Cara, passed down thru the centuries from monastic times, reminds us that the sacred still lives amidst the secular world. The Soul-Friend understands and accepts us as we are. Helping to convey a sense of belonging – which allows us to come home – to our true self. Together, with the Anam Cara, we become one with the eternal Divine.
July 31, 2025
Quilt Corner Tales
The Spirit of India
A quilt-like tapestry piece depicting the spirit that is India. It is tells the story of one family of women, spanning across three generations. Bright, beautiful and bold. This piece is simply bursting with colour and exuberance for life in India and love of family.
June 15, 2025
Hope and Encouragement
Balance
Life is a balance of opposing forces. There is always light within the darkest of times…. hope within the bleakest of days. This continual ebb and flow of movement between and within the seasons, means that night will always give way to bright sunshine. And we will know a brighter and better day than what is now present.
May 31, 2025
Hope and Encouragement
Safe Haven
A poem of hope and encouragement inspired by the message found in Psalms 61 and 62. Wherein God is both our strength and refuge. We can place our hope in Him and find rest for our souls.
April 29, 2025
Winter to Spring
Peace Prevails
The coming of spring gives us new hope for a troubled world. A sure reminder of God’s continued love and presence.
April 2, 2025
Ever Wish Life Came with a
"How-to-Manual?"
Join the journey as I write my own
“How-to”
Sharing random thoughts and musings on spirituality, faith and friendship…
the questions of life, the challenges… and yes, even the frustrations…
sprinkled with a dash of hope
and encouragement.
Words and quilts express it best
filling my journal with colour.
So… how do you ‘muse your life?