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I was reminded the other day how my family is something like a quilt. It is comfortable, familiar, and a bit worn around the edges. Each of us make up a part of it, and our lives are pieced together by the moments that define us. Birthdays, cookouts, and celebrations are the parts of the quilt that bring smiles to our faces and warmth to our hearts. Hard times of saying goodbye, living far apart, and losing a loved one also bring us together in a different way. They make us stronger. We know we are part of a bigger story. One that has been written for many years and will go on for many more; as long as babies with bare feet are being passed from lap to lap.
And I sit back, and wrap myself up in it. I smile through tears knowing it is just as it should be. We say hello and goodbye at the same time. And we gather around the table to share cobbler made with fresh picked Indiana blackberries. We enjoy that which sets us apart from others we know and say, “He would have loved this.” We laugh and remember the good times, and look forward to the legacy that goes on before us.
that’s beautiful – I love the quilt my grandmother made me before she died (when I was 3) – it’s so cherished how it comes together. I love you wrote “bit worn around the edges” – so turn – so comfy, so … home!!!
love ya
Stef
I think they only get better with time! We have one that we call “ugly blanket” that my husband will not give up. It is perfect for Sunday naps!
beautiful post stacey and so beautifully written. i love how your words are music to me … thank you for sharing today!
What a beautiful thing to say my friend! Thank you, I hope you are feeling better today.
Yes! That’s what I think of when I look at my family and others’. I think of a tapestry too, and wonder what ours will look like some day. I love this analogy. I love family. thanks, stacey ~ m 🙂
What a great post!
Love this! What a beautiful word picture!
Thanks so much for stopping by today sweet Rachel! I am so glad you did!
so beautiful and so true. great post!
Seriously, reading this post made my heart melt… you have such a beautiful way with words! ♥ Michelle
I collect quilts, I attempt to make them and I completely appreciated this post!
Making a quilt is a difficult and lengthy work of heart, so is building a family.
You said it so well!
Oh Gwen that is so true! So glad you shared that with me! Hope you have a great day!
What a beautiful and classy blog you have! I love it!
Stopping by from Tuesdays Unwrapped…
Loved this! I have a scrap quilt my grandmother made about 50 or 60 years ago. I’m pretty sure I slept beneath it as a child at her house. Quilts = love. Wonderful comparison!