In addition to remembering how lucky I am to belong to a loving family, a safe community, and a free country, I am also feeling so thankful today for my quilt guild.
I was the speaker at the meeting last night and was so emotional I thought I might cry. Here they are, with their positive energy and smiling faces, waiting to see some of my quilts and hear my lecture. I was overwhelmed with memories of my fellow quilters who have taught, supported, and encouraged me in so many ways over the past 20+ years. Truly my life would not be what it is today without them. I'm even getting choked up as I write this. They have shared with me creative inspiration, encouraged my confidence in who I am as a quilter and as a person, and have given me wonderful opportunities to travel and to teach. So today I also honour these amazing people who have so loving influenced my life. Here's a short clip from Wicked which expresses so well how I feel today. BTW I am represented by Elphaba - the green one!
I'm glad your presentation was a success, Kathy.
ReplyDeleteLove the clip you shared. I have never seen "Wicked", but have heard that song many times and I LOVE it!
What a wonderful thought for today and every day.
ReplyDeleteWonderful post, Kathy!!
ReplyDeleteGreat post today! I must Thank You! You have encouraged me in so many ways and I truly am grateful to call you one of my blogging friends =)
ReplyDeleteThis is most definitely a two way street. You have given and shared with us too. Through other quilty friends I met you and that too was a great day! Guilds are full of welcoming ladies even a few of those faces I recognize. You make it easy to be your friend and Northern Blog Stalker!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a thrill to be a presenter--even if it makes your knees shake :) A good remembrance day to you.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your presentation!! Think of it as paying it forward to all of the newer quilters in your group. :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like you've got some wonderful mentors. Great post.
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