A Quilt Corner Tale… the story behind the making of a quilt which depicts mother and daughter blended together as one. The artist designed and stitched this quilt as her own mother was dying from cancer. A moving and heartwarming reflection on the connection between grandmother, mother… and daughter. And the love which lives on.
Our lives tend to resemble a Celtic knot at times. So many weavings -in and out, over and under. It can be complicated. However, it can also be beautiful. We are part of a larger picture of God’s eternal love.
A Quilt Corner Tale… this quilt is a tribute to Catherine Marshall’s beloved book “Christy.” It depicts a scene from the television show filmed in the Great Smoky Mountains. A fractured landscape, made up of 27 different sections. This gives the scene depth and movement. Read how the artist came to make this lovely piece, and follow along as 27 different fractures become one whole, beautiful quilt.
An Easter reflection on the importance of friends in our lives. Jesus has the disciple with him in he darkness of Gethsemane. We have friends who care when our own path becomes troubled, who walk it with us. God gave us each other, that our lives might be enhanced and enriched. Friends – the flowers in the garden of life. And… a gift from God above.
An engaging poem introducing two dear friends walking it together through their lives. How they met, who they hang out with… and all the fun and adventures they have. A light-heart piece of prose that will make you smile.
A moving meditation on the 23rd Psalm. How we can carry its peace and serenity with us every day of our lives. For His loving Presence is always with us – day and night – good or bad. You are never alone or on your own.
A lovely poem on friends and friendship. Dietrich Bonhoeffer called this the roses red and lilies white of life. For friends are the flowers that bloom in the gardens of our lives.
Reflections on the presence of hope and the promise of spring, during the cold and dark of winter. Symbolizes that a thread of hope can also be found within our own personal lives, no matter what the circumstance. God’s Presence remains with us – regardless.
A Quilt Corner Tale… the story behind the design and stitching of a quilt depicting the South Transept of Arbroath Abbey. In tribute… and to honor… the famous Declaration of Arbroath. This recognized Scotland as an independent nation and Robert the Bruce as her lawful king.
A reflection on the need to ‘lie fallow’ after a busy Holiday Season… or following a hectic schedule. Providing rest and refreshment for both the soul, as well as the body. In the long run, it allows us to be more productive… and we are the better and healthier for it!
A poem on the Star of Bethlehem; how its light shines upon us at this holy time of year. God’s enduring and comforting Presence is always with us – be it a bright star in the sky… or the flickering flame on a Menorah. He walks it with us regardless.
A Quilt Corner Tale… the story of how a simple design can bloom and blossom with just a change of color. The Madonna and Child – one design presented in varying shades of fabric gives three different quilts. Offering a whole new way of imaging the traditional!
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?