to another weekend. Yippee Skippee, I need a weekend :) how 'bout you?
By the skin of my teeth...
I finished another Love Quilts square that I had promised to stitch, and whose deadline date was approaching faster than I realized (March 1). But in record time, I got 'er done. And without further ado here it is:
"Be Joyful in Hope"
Collaboration Thread Pack Series by:
Little House Needleworks
and
Crescent Colours
Stitched with DMC on 14 ct. white aida
Joyful in Hope...
was a perfect design for one of the themes posted for Charlotte's Kids. To learn more about Charlotte and the themes that are stitched in her memory for the sick children, please click HERE . Although I'm a relatively new member to Love Quilts, I feel the need to at least direct any of you that may have a twinge of interest in stitching a square(s) for these kids to sign up and become a member. There are squares with deadlines of course (but they are usually 3-4 months in length) but there are also many squares that can be stitched called Any Child Squares . These can be stitched and sent at any time - no deadlines - you just have to become a member of Love Quilts and let them know that is what you wish to do. The Love Quilts Stitching Directions are relatively simple. Its always a time to be "joyful in hope" and we should always remember that it is "better to give than to recieve". But in this instance, I think I get back ten fold what I put into stitching for Love Quilts. Why don't you give it a try? You'll see what I mean.
Finally...
our Katie won the City of Bloomington's Black History Month Essay Contest with her first place essay about Cathay Williams. Last evening was the award ceremony and I'll let the pictures do the talking:
Katie receiving her award from Bloomington's Mayor, Mark Kruzan
Katie reading her essay to the assembly
(only the first place winner had to read their essay and she was nervous but did a great job!)
WHEW...glad that's over...
Katie with Mayor Kruzan and the other essay winners
Katie with her writer's workshop teacher Mrs. Polley
Of course....
Daddy and I were so proud, as was Mrs. Polley. Ian, Jacob and Ellie were bored, until the conclusion of the assembly and pizza was served - that got their party started :)
And what about Katie? Well she was happy to be recognized, but she became ecstatic when she was given a $100 check from some wonderful sponsors of the Essay Contest. Then on the way home when Daddy said there would be a round of Hot Fudge Sundaes for the Pfeiffer Kid Quartet....well that was the icing on the cake! ;)
The Essay Winners with their award sponsors
Thank you...
for sticking with me to the end of this diatribe :) and until we meet again...
I'll be keeping my hands to work and heart to God!
Hugs and love,
Cute quilt square. What a wonderful way to give back. You are always so very generous Vonna!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie! She should be very proud:)))
What a pretty square and you stitched it so fast!
ReplyDeleteLovely quilt square with an elegantly simple yet profound message. I have always steered away from charity quilts because I am so done with kiddie stitching but if there is an organization that accepts designs like the one you stitched, I will certainly reconsider. I have done some ornament stitching for Stitching For A Cure [a cancer charity] but that has been it
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie and to her proud mama. I'm sure the essay was fabulous especially considering the fascinating subject. Cathay Williams was quite the character!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie on her winning essay!
ReplyDeleteWonderful quilt square that you stitched up!
A cute Quilt square!! Congrats to Katie!!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie! She looks very sophisticated! Love the purples and greens in Joy!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie! Way to go!
ReplyDeleteLove the quilt square:)
Great job, Katie!
ReplyDeleteThat's a beautiful quilt square. I understand the feeling you have when you send your squares; I made one last year for Cole's Quilts and just saw the finished quilt, and it made me feel part of something so much bigger. Good for you, too, Vonna!
Vonna, the stitching for the quilt square is lovely! Great job.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie and her latest accomplishment!
Such a cute square!
ReplyDeleteAnd congrats to your Katie! What a proud time for you all!! :-)
Von,
ReplyDeleteCan you believe our little curly headed baby is growing up!
I am so proud of her and can't believe how pretty she is. You have done a wonderful job raising and caring for her. What a good mommy you are.
Love, Mom
What a wonderful experience for Katie! Good for her!
ReplyDeleteI love the square you chose to stitch. That pattern is beautiful! It's a blessing to me to see you stitching for Love Quilts!
Congratulations to Katie! What a wonderful accomplishment! Love the quilt square. Also, love Little House that's probably why I love it.
ReplyDeleteAw, I love your mom's comment. How sweet is that?
ReplyDeleteI, too, was thinking about what a beautiful young lady your daughter has become. Congrats to her on this achievement!
As usual your square is lovely..but most lovely is your Katie...congrts to her and you the proud mom.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to Katie - what an accomplishment! And I love the square you've stitched.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to the entire family! And a special "hug" to you Katie for doing such a wonderful job!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie, that's wonderful! Great photos, she's looking so grown-up now :)
ReplyDeleteThat's a great way to help make a quilt...I am a blanketeer for Project Linus and love making blankets for the kids...this is a wonderful way too...now do you just stitch the designs and some one else pieces them together?
ReplyDeleteCongrats to your daughter!
Woohoo!! Congratulations to Katie! What a smart, beautiful girl you have. :)
ReplyDeleteLove the finish! Great quilt square.
Congratulations to Katie! You have quite the talented young lady there! She's getting to be quite grown-up looking too -- how did that happen? lol! I love your square that you finished too -- so pretty!
ReplyDeleteAn adorable quilt square. You have such a soft and giving heart Vonna!
ReplyDeleteYour heart must also be bursting with pride for your Katie. She's a beautiful girl and must be a gifted writer as well.
MMMmm....hot fudge sundae?
I think my hips just grew another inch.
Pretty square for LoveQuilts! Congrats to Katie! Way to go!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful square Vonna :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie!
Congratulations to Katie! What a wonderful accomplishment! Also, your quilt square looks great and it's for a great cause. :)
ReplyDeletecongrats on Katie's recognition - I'm sure she must have been thrilled to be selected. Your quilt square is very special as is your desire to donate to this project. YEAH YGG ! Melody
ReplyDeleteI love your square - such a beautiful message.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to your beautiful daughter, no surprises that you're so proud of her!
Vonna, I am sure you were beaming with Katie's win! That is so cool and something to be proud of. I remember I won an essay contest once in grade school for an essay on a US President and I was so happy! Andrew Jackson was my choice....Katie will always remember this event too plus I am sure she learned a few things by writing about this character.
ReplyDeleteLove the quilt square you did and so fitting...you are a sweetie to be involved and always giving to others.
Katie is sure growing up fast...darling! pam in iowa
What a beautiful square. I love the sentiment. I haven't seen this one before.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to your daughter.
Congratulations to Katie! What a wonderful accomplishment!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Katie, how lucky your family is to have you.
ReplyDeleteLovely quilt patch Vonna, I will look up this Loves Quilts site.
Thank-you for sharing.
Blessings to you and your family
Catherine
Oh I am beaming with pride for sweet Katie also!!! You be sure and tell her that this teacher is so so so proud of her great work and to keep it up!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd, you are right about this upcoming weekend....git er done!
Faye
Congrats to Katie. Lovely square! I keep looking at the site - need more time. You made the same design into a pinkep for me - do you remember? I have it on my mantlepiece still. xx
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie. Your LQ square is adorable. I have stitched for Love Quilts for about 10 years now and it is such a worthy cause.
ReplyDeleteYour latest square for Love Quilts is such a pretty one, Vonna. I'm sure the recipient will treasure her quilt...
ReplyDeleteKatie is such a multi-talented young lady--I'm sure you're just the proudest mom on the block :) Tell her great job on her essay--writing skills will take her far in life.
Oh my goodness! Your daughter is a 'mini me' of you! She's adorable! Congrats Katie on your win! And a bravo to Dad for hot fudge sundaes!
ReplyDeleteYour square is perfect. You have a wonderful giving heart.
Congratulations to Katie and her great mom and dad. You raised a girl who is not only beautiful on the outside but one who is beautiful inside as well. She has grown into such a lovely young woman since I have been visiting your blog.
ReplyDeleteLove your quilt square. I made a number of them several years ago. Seeing yours makes me realize it is time to start up again. You are an inspiration not only to your family, but to all of us.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Congrats to Katie Vonna!!! Boy , I tell you , she is just becoming a young lady so so fast!! I know you are just so proud! I know you are so very proud of all of your kids!!
ReplyDeleteWonderful quilt square and for a wonderful cause. Congrats to Katie.
ReplyDeleteKatie is really wonderfull! This is a good way to begin thinking about the weekend: good news on the Pfeiffer family.
ReplyDeleteLove the square!
Have a wonderfull weekend
Hugs
How wonderful!!! You must be very proud!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your square!!! It is adorable!!!
Oh Vonna! How wonderful for Katie! You must have been fit to burst! I'm almost bursting for you. Hurrah!
ReplyDeleteYour latest square is beautiful, I love your stitched signature. Do you sign all your squares? I have not been observant enough to notice thus far.
I've been thinking about stitching for this group as it is such a worthy cause... I don't have many 'small' charts though. I tend to stitch big pieces that take years. I guess it wouldn't hurt to look about for some!
The square you stitched for Love Quilts is very pretty. Congrats to Katie on her essay! You must be very proud! :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Ms. Katie! That is a wonderful accomplishment. Your completed square is beautiful, Vonna. But not nearly as beautiful as your loving spirit. :) Cathryn
ReplyDeleteThis quilt square is so lovely. Just as lovely as the ones you showed in previous posts.
ReplyDeleteMajor congratulations to your daughter. As a teacher I know how much time and research work it takes to write a priceworthy essay. She can be very proud of herself.
Love the finish - one of my favorite LHN's. Congrats to Katie - wonderful accomplishment!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie. She looks so grown up now.
ReplyDeleteA lovely quilt square.
The quilt square is lovely. Congratulations to Katie
ReplyDeleteCongrats to Katie; Love your new A & E, too! :D
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend, Vonna!
Your quilt square is beautiful, and such a wonderful project. I hopw to do some of that kind of stitching after I retire. Thank you for sharing your very appropriate pride in your daughter. I am sorry to say that I did not recognise the name Cathay Williams, so I googled it. Now I can thank you for allowing me learn some more American history.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to Katie!
ReplyDeleteI do have a special connection to Love Quilts. I did the squares from 1999 to about 2006. Charlotte was a friend of mine who passed away almost 3 yrs ago-a friend who wrote letters and sent gifts. I miss her so much.
Keep up the great work Vonna!
Congratulations to dear Katie on such a wonderful award. What a beautiful young lady she is becoming. Hold your head high Mom and Dad - you are doing a great job!
ReplyDeletevery beautiful ....
ReplyDeletehave a good day
marylin France
Congratulations, Katie! Did I miss the link to your essay?
ReplyDeleteYour joy in sharing is obvious, and thanks for encouraging us to do the same, Vonna! Pretty, pretty!!
Pretty square!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! to Katie
I can't believe how she has grown over the years. She is very pretty
Congratulations Katie!! You must be so proud Mom!
ReplyDeleteLovely work on your quilt square Vonna! The message is so appropriate too.
I love that you give such beautiful stitched squares so that someone else could be blessed with your amazing work. Makes my heart happy to hear of your generosity.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie. What a wonderful accomplishment.
Hooray for Katie and I love your stitchy project!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great finish! You always do so much for others.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie! Of course you should be proud!
By the way, I love your A&E finish too!
What a beautiful quilt square. I love reading about your family, you should be so proud.
ReplyDeleteHappy Stitching !!
Sandi
Hi Vonna,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to your award-winning daughter...you must be a very proud mom !!
Congrats to Katie! Awesome job!
ReplyDeleteWoooooo Hoooooo for Katie! Congratulations to the proud parents too for raising such a brilliant student. :)
ReplyDeleteYour quilt square is lovely. I love that piece. (Actually that whole series.) It will a beautiful addition to the quilt.
I love your quilt square. So pretty and appropriate for Love Quilts. I've stitched for them, and it's such a worthy cause.
ReplyDeleteOh wow!! Congratulations to Miss Katie! I know y'all are just as proud as can be, and rightfully so. She looks so GROWN UP!
Congratulations, Katie!! Great job!
ReplyDeletePaulette
Congratulations to Katie on her winning essay.
ReplyDeleteYour quilt square is lovely and Sarah is gorgeous.
Love the quilt square. Thanks to you, I am now working on my 7th square for Love Quilts.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to Katie. You have to be so proud!
Such a lovely quilt square and for such a worthy cause.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie, you must be so very proud of her!
Von, your quilt square is lovely! The Love Quilts cause is a great thing to be involved in. I have recently started stitching for the Australian version "Quilts 4 Kids", and it was all due to your blog that I discovered them. So a very big thank to you for "introducing" me to these great charities :-)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie - well done on your essay.
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Hi Vonna,
ReplyDeleteThose LHN Thread packs are such
fun to stitch and with the
required threads provided it's
great to just grab a bit of fabric
and start stitching. This square
will look fabulous in a quilt and
will no doubt charm and delight
it's recipient. Very pretty.
Congratulations to your Katie
for winning the essay contest.
My goodness but she's looking
like such a lovely young ...
(hold on to your chair Vonna)
... woman in the pictures.
What a great honour to be able
to read her essay for and receive
her award from the Mayor. And the
hot fudge sundaes probably were
greatly appreciated as well.
Your recent finish of Sarah Seifer
looks amazing too Vonna. It's
such a sweet little A&E design
with a pretty border. I've never
seen it before ... that I can
recall.
It's fun seeing the wonderful
and creative stuff coming out of
Nashville isn't it? It may cost
us a bit of cash but the fun of
browsing and debating and choosing
new additions to our stash is well
worth it. At least so I assure my
DH.
Cheers!
Congratulations to Katie - how wonderful! You and your DH have every reason to be proud of her!
ReplyDeleteShe is quite the star this girl! Congratulations Katie!
ReplyDeleteHi Vonna,
ReplyDeleteYour love square is very prertty and congratulations to Katie and her win:-)
Vonna,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Katie!
I hope all is well with you and yours.
Congradulations to Katie on her award! I love to see kids experience success...I guess it is the teacher in me!
ReplyDeleteThe quilt squares that you stitch are such wonderful gifts, Vonna. What a pure and giving heart you have!
Congratulations Katie! How awesome. She is such a lovely young lady! Love the quilt square. I hope you are well.
ReplyDeleteGo Katie! Good writing is a talent that will serve her so well in life. I'll bet her essay was really moving. And her mother's example of doing things like stitching for Love Quilts is a lesson not lost on her, I'm sure.
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