Grannylil Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Hi, you all. It is with sadness that I have missed being on the forum for the last couple of months. My dear husband of 45 years, Joe, had been plagued with COPD and congestive heart failure for the last few years. He transitioned into the heavenly kingdom on August 21st. He was in the hospital for three weeks prior to that. I am not sure what this change will do to my little quilting business. I quilted because I loved it, and because it allowed me to be in my studio and then in a back bedroom close by if he needed me. Having George in my studio has challenged me to learn new things about quilting. I have a yellow brick road quilt in process. I hope to have it completed by the first part of October for our annual church bazaar. It's a very colorful, happy quilt. I used a very colorful, very busy, fat quarter collection. (I don't remember the name of it, I think it was from Moda.) I plan on calling it Joe's Yellow Brick Road. It will be put up for auction. Over the past few months, I feel like I have made friends on these forums and wanted to share my sorrow. Lillie Spillars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaC Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Lillie, my deepest condolences on the loss of your husband; I am so sorry. Please post a photo of Joe's Yellow Brick Road; we would love to see it. I pray for God to comfort and bless you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micajah Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Dear Lillie, I am so sorry you have lost your Dear Joe. Thankfully he is no longer suffering. I can see you have a wonderful strength in the LORD and he is with you in your sorrow. Making Joe's Yellow Brick Road quilt is a road to living without Joe and will be a triumph of the love you shared together. God Bless you and keep you. Debbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie H Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Lillie, my deepest sympathies on your husband's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethDurand Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWBowser Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers coming to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oma Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 I'm glad you found us. This forum will be a blessing to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltrn Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 So sorry for your loss. Prayers to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Bless you, Lillie. ((Hugs)) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Dear Lillie, Thank you for opening your arms and sharing your life. May The Lord Jesus comfort you & know you are loved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleyl Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 You have my deepest sympathy. We are here for you. Shirley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisae Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Sending you good thoughts and prayers, Lillie! Your forum friends will always be here for you! Big (((HUGS))) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitepinesquilter Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 My deepest condolences to you, Lillie. I, too, will love to see the quilt you are naming in his honor when you are ready. God bless you, and ((hugs)). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charmaine Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 So sorry for your loss. Oh wise you are to try to surround yourself with bright cheerful things. Hopefully this forum can be one of those cheerful things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charmaine Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 OOPS. How wise you are! Silly auto correct got me on the last post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anette D. Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 So sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeidiP Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Dear Lillie,Sorry for your loss. So good to know Joe is in heaven, a place more beautiful than we can even imagine. So glad you have this Forum to share with. Looking forward to seeing Joes' quilt. Until then and forever may the Lord Jesus comfort you Lillie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheagatzi Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 My thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WW Quilter Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Lillie, My heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of your Joe. Sending a prayer your way for healing and comfort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witha'K'quilting Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 prayers of comfort for you in this time of need. (hugs) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neher-in-law5 Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 My sympathes to you. I'm glad you felt that you could come here to share. I do hope that you can have a good time with George for something to do as well as to have income. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkinpatchquilter Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 I'm so sorry to hear this - but I'm glad that some friends made on the forum could be of comfort to you! *Hugs* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisquilter Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 So sorry for your loss Lillie. Your post makes me think that you are a strong and sunny personality. How happy Joe will be as he watches you from his place in heaven. We honor those who have passed before us by living out the rest of our lives in ways that give testament to the love and joy they gave us. Bless you. Please share pictures of Joe's quilt when you get it finished. We would love to see it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda G. Craig Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Oh Lil, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so very sorry for our loss. Sending you heartfelt ((((Hugs)))). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o2b Quilting Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 So sorry for your loss. Joe now breathes with ease and smiles down on you throughout your days and nights. You now have a very special "guardian angel" watching over you each day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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