Mary Beth Posted January 28, 2016 Report Share Posted January 28, 2016 I posted that I was back, and buying a used machine. So excited to get back in the groove. I made a statement that I wanted to start slow, and just wanted to get a couple of rulers, then start practicing. I received a personal message from Connie, "Gator", telling me that she now has a computer on her machine, and doesn't really use some of her rulers so she asked for my address. She said that I had helped her so much when she first started quilting, and she wanted to help me. Wow, first of all, I didn't think I really helped anyone. I know I asked a ton of questions, and laughed at myself a lot....anyone remember my attempt at McTavishing. Anyway, I guess you never know how you help people along the way. Today I received a box that seemed a little too heavy for a couple of rulers. Connie, girl, you out did yourself. I could not have helped you this much. Seven rulers/templates. and 2 packages of BOBs. I am truly blessed!!! Thank you sweet Gator I hope I meet you at MQS, cause I am gonna squeeze your neck!!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! Can't wait to get that machine set up and start practicing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srichardson Posted January 28, 2016 Report Share Posted January 28, 2016 A friend indeed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootsquilts Posted January 28, 2016 Report Share Posted January 28, 2016 Oh how exciting. Wonderful surprise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Beth Posted January 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2016 Oh how exciting. Wonderful surprise. Shock!!! A wonderful Shock, lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cagey Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 Quilters are the best. Have fun. Cagey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 Mary Beth, I'm glad you received the box. I feel we quilter's have a special bond between us and are ready to help each other anyway we can. Material things are good, but I really enjoy and appreciate the helpful advice, the words of encouragement and the ooos and awwwwws when our work is commented on. Just knowing that someone out there thinks enough to read and comment on what I write is worth a million dollars or more. (whether it's quilt related or NQR). Have fun with the rulers, my heart feels good knowing that they are making someone happy and not gathering dust. Can't wait to see your first "new" quilt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Beth Posted January 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 Two weeks....Get ready. I cannot wait to get at it again. By the way, when I picked the box up off my front porch, I though, not my ruler. Then I read the name, and said, "What!" I ran in the house, threw everything down and the table and ripped the box open. I just kept saying, "What!!" The dog thought I was crazy. I am just blown away by your generosity. I promise to pay it forward! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 Mary Beth, what a great Surprise! Way to go Connie "Gator" for your generosity! Quilter are the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primitive1 Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 I love to hear stories like this! You all are great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharond Posted January 31, 2016 Report Share Posted January 31, 2016 Wow! That is such a great thing that Gator did. I love to help others out that are getting started on this wondful journey on long arm quilting, I will keep in mind passing on useful tools that I no longer use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MizQ Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 WE have the best community ever. Not that I'm retired, I don't even have to lurk between business meetings! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Of course Gator has a very generous heart!! She loves people and sharing, too. Yes, most quilters are generous, and I'm glad Mary Beth was the recipient. I'm so glad we have both of them back and active on the forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Rita, you are sweet! Glad to have you still here on the forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 You are A very generous person. Nice to read this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted February 6, 2016 Report Share Posted February 6, 2016 Thanks Gator.. I'm glad I can be back.. rofl, just wish I could piece quilttops.. my progress at this point is sewing blocks together, or tumblers. trying more complicated patterns now and this danged hand says, "Work slow!" as if I have a choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Beth Posted February 6, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2016 Rita, I didn't know you were not here. I have been out of the loop. Hope you are doing better. Sorry you have been having such problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBQLTN2 Posted February 6, 2016 Report Share Posted February 6, 2016 Great story. Apqs people are all just the best. Love you all and so happy to have you back Mary Beth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Beth Posted February 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Great story. Apqs people are all just the best. Love you all and so happy to have you back Mary Beth. I am so happy to be back. I is so go to see familiar faces and to see the new ones too. Can't wait to get started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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