A Gift from the Heart

@JudyEv (342336)

Rockingham, Australia

August 23, 2016 12:54am CST

I had a very significant birthday recently. We invited a small group for dinner and specifically requested 'no presents, just your presence'. Luckily they all went to school around the same time we did and were able to appreciate the words although not one of them took any notice of our request. One good friend however gave me the most lovely quilt. I fully appreciate how much time, effort and love go into making these things and I was very touched by my gift. I know many MyLotters are avid quilters and thought they, and others, might like to see the one I received.

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@SIMPLYD (90721)

• Philippines

23 Aug 16

Wow , that quilt is so beautiful . Look at that color combination , so refreshing to the eyes . It's a labor of love , just for you on your birthday .

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

I was very touched as I know how long these quilts can take to make.

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@SIMPLYD (90721)

• Philippines

23 Aug 16

@JudyEv I would too if i am in your stead .

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@DaddyEvil (137802)

• United States

23 Aug 16

That quilt is very lovely, Judy!

Happy belated 21st birthday! (I would say that is a very significant birthday, too!

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

Your good wishes are nearly 50 years too late - but thanks anyway!

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@xFiacre (13190)

• Ireland

23 Aug 16

@judyev A lot of work went into that.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

Yes it did - which is another reason why I'll treasure it.

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@carexing25 (1822)

• Philippines

23 Aug 16

i love handmade presents.. it makes me feel special by thinking how much effort and time is spent to complete it.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

That's exactly right. It is very special because of the time that has been invested in it.

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@AliCanary (3247)

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23 Aug 16

Wow, that's gorgeous! What a gift to treasure.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

It is certainly a very special gift isn't it?

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@magallon (19279)

• Philippines

23 Aug 16

that's so lovely.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

Thanks. I was a bit speechless when she gave it to me. It's really special.

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@silvermist (19702)

• India

23 Aug 16

@JudyEv Hand made presents always make us think about the time and care they have invested in making that present.That is a beautiful quilt.

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@silvermist (19702)

• India

24 Aug 16

@JudyEv And it makes me regret that I never learned quilting.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

@silvermist I am dreadful at sewing although I can crochet well. I used to do a lot of crochet and sold it through craft shops.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

That is true. A lot of hours and thought have gone into the making of this.

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@PatZAnthony (14749)

• Charlotte, North Carolina

6 Jan 17

That is a very pretty gift. Imagine the hours that went into making that?

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

7 Jan 17

Exactly. It would have taken hours and hours of painstaking work.

@AbbyGreenhill (45494)

• United States

23 Aug 16

That's beautiful...hand made things like that are the best presents. I have one that my paternal grandmother made and it's very old but still in good condition. Heck, I"m 69 so you can only imagine how old it is.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

Some of these things seem to go on forever don't they?

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@AbbyGreenhill (45494)

• United States

24 Aug 16

@JudyEv Yes they do. I think mine is well over a hundred years...I'm sorta afraid to touch it.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

@AbbyGreenhill You wouldn't want to wash it. It might fall apart.

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@crazyhorseladycx (39509)

• United States

23 Aug 16

'tis jest beautiful, ms. judy! yepperz, that'd be somethin' to treasure always :) thanks fer sharin' 't here, hon.

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@crazyhorseladycx (39509)

• United States

23 Aug 16

@JudyEv yes ma'am! i can truly see why :D

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

It's gorgeous isn't it? I am so proud to own it.

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@sueznewz2 (10409)

• Alicante, Spain

23 Aug 16

that's really lovely, what a thoughtful gift.. I hope you enjoyed your significant birthday...and would just like to send you some belated birthday wishes too ...

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

23 Aug 16

Thanks for the birthday wishes. I had a great birthday thanks. It was nice to share it with friends.

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@JamesHxstatic (29413)

• Eugene, Oregon

25 Aug 16

That is a lovely quilt indeed and one to be cherished. Every birthday is significant at my age and I have one coming up in early September.

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@JamesHxstatic (29413)

• Eugene, Oregon

25 Aug 16

@JudyEv I may forget too!

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

26 Aug 16

@JamesHxstatic Oh dear!! You must be REALLY old! The good thing about forgetfulness is that you're continually meeting new friends and hearing new jokes. :)

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

25 Aug 16

If I forget by early September then I hope you have a lovely day. Now I'm a 'real' senior I am more apt to forget. :)

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@RubyHawk (99405)

• Atlanta, Georgia

23 Aug 16

It's a beautiful quilt, Your friend put time and effort into the work. She's a special friend.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

She is indeed. They have been very supportive in lots of ways.

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@RubyHawk (99405)

• Atlanta, Georgia

24 Aug 16

@JudyEv a perfect birthday gift.

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@Genipher (5405)

• United States

24 Aug 16

Sooo pretty! I love it!

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

@Genipher I can't imagine anyone not being thrilled to receive a quilt.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

It's gorgeous isn't it? I feel very honoured.

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@Genipher (5405)

• United States

24 Aug 16

@JudyEv It truly is! Quilts are always a fun gift to give.

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@jaboUK (64354)

• United Kingdom

24 Aug 16

That really is beautiful, and as you say, so much work has gone into it.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

Thanks. My bedroom is green too so it could even grace our bed.

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@Tampa_girl7 (50591)

• United States

23 Aug 16

It is very pretty......love the colors.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

The green goes with two tub chairs that we have in the lounge too. All good. :)

@Morleyhunt (21744)

• Canada

5 Dec 16

Somehow I missed seeing this beauty. It came up as a "you might also like" post this morning. You are blessed to have received this lovely quilt.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

5 Dec 16

I am indeed. It is very special to me. I guess it has the same tags. For instance there are two of your quilt posts on the side bar now. :)

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• United States

23 Aug 16

The quilt is beautiful and knowing how much time and thought went into it, makes it all the more special.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

My feelings exactly. She is a wonderful, generous friend.

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@thelme55 (77162)

• Germany

24 Aug 16

Wow! That's a beautiful quilt. It is a labor of love from your true friend.

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

Yes, there is a lot of love and effort that has gone into the making of this.

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@sosapanla (55)

• Bangalore, India

24 Aug 16

belated happy birthday. Very beautiful gift

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@JudyEv (342336)

• Rockingham, Australia

24 Aug 16

Thanks for the good wishes. It is a gift I will really treasure.