This quilt was made especially for
a young lady that I had never met . . .
until this weekend.
She found me on the internet
and I am so happy that she did :)
You see I have two sons that I never
mention in my posts,
because it is a long and painful story.
But about six weeks ago
I got an email from a young lady
that happens to be my granddaughter.
My son was stationed in Alaska thirty years ago,
and well, things happened that I never knew about.
and well, things happened that I never knew about.
Her mother didn't tell her until she was grown,
and then she started searching . . .
and found me.
Not only that, but she has a loving husband
and two little girls.
They are the sweetest little family.
They are the sweetest little family.
Can you believe it?
I have a new granddaughter & two darling
great-granddaughters.
I'm not one for sharing family photos
on my blog . . .
so you have to take my word for it.
She is beautiful!
If you are blessed to live long enough . . .
you find that life can bring you many surprises.
The Lord has a marvelous talent for turning
sad times around and bringing forth
wonderful and magnificent blessing from them.
I am blessed!
Thanks for visiting.
Your blogging sister,
Connie :)
Connie, I am happy that family found you. You have made a beautiful quilt to help with the bond. A family treasure. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
ReplyDeleteYesterday was a wonderful day and one that I will remember always. I could not be any happier :)
DeleteI am thrilled for you, what a lovely surprise blessing. Beautiful quilt.
ReplyDeleteThe Lord is so good and I am truly blessed:)
DeleteWhat a happy surprise! And what a beautiful quilt.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful surprise and she loved her quilt, it ever brought tears :)
DeleteOh how wonderful--I am sooo very happy for you--and hope that this new family continues to bless you with good times, love, and memories--
ReplyDeleteenjoy the moments,di
The Lord has blessed me greatly:)
DeleteI'm so happy for you!!
ReplyDeleteThank you . . . it's was a warm and wonderful day and a blessing beyond my wildest dreams.
DeleteHow wonderful! Congratulations and the quilt is wonderful. What a sweet and holy gift!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by to visit :)
DeleteConnie, such a lovely surprise for you!!
ReplyDeleteThe best!
DeleteI’m so happy for you and for your granddaughter, what a wonderful day it must have been xx
ReplyDeleteIt was a perfect day:)
DeleteThere is sometimes much pain in the past, but the next generation can choose to reopair that hurt, and connect again with family.I am happy beyond words for you.This story has resonance for me too.
ReplyDeleteJudy it sounds like we have both been blessed :)
DeleteHow wonderful. I am very happy for you. And it gives me hope for a situation in my family too.
ReplyDeleteThe quilt is beautiful.
Never give up . . . hope and faith are strong weapons.
DeleteI am so thrilled for you, Connie! xx
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Liz, I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Delete.... forgot to say how much I love your quilt. It's beautiful. xx
ReplyDeleteThank you again :) You're a sweetie pie.
DeleteYou are blessed indeed! God is good! All the time!
ReplyDeleteAmen!!!
DeleteHow wonderful. Whay a nice surprise for you. Do they live close enough that you can see them often? The quilt is lovely
ReplyDeleteThey live just under two hours a way to that is very nice. What a great surprise, right!
DeleteOh, Connie, I am over-the-moon THRILLED for you !
ReplyDeleteGod is SO GOOD !
Amen and thank you so much!
DeleteWhat a lovely quilt, and what a happy reason to make it. Your heart must be feeling full right now.
ReplyDeleteBlessings~
Full and overflowing :)
DeleteWhat a blessing. And what a lovely quilt to share.
ReplyDeleteIt is a wonderful surprise and I feel truly blessed.
DeleteHi Connie, You are truly blessed. You also give out many blessings! How wonderful to have this family in your life! And two great grandchildren! I am thrilled that we have one great grandchild! Such a beautiful quilt you made for your newfound granddaughter! She will see and feel your love all wrapped up in it! I am glad that her Mom chose to tell her about you. May you have many more surprise blessing in the coming days! Nancy
ReplyDeleteThank you Nancy, you are so sweet :)
DeleteLovely! I am so happy for you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful surprise! I am so very happy for you, perfect example that God has a plan for all of us. Enjoy your family Lisa@ Sweet Tea N' Salty Air
ReplyDeleteHe does have a plan for us and when we are going through the hard times we need to remember that and know that He is there with us and has a plan. Hard times can built faith and character if we use them as a lesson instead of having a pity party :) It's not easy, but my surprise blessing is a picture of this. Some blessing are in the making for years and years before we know them.
DeleteThat is a beautiful story. I am so pleased for you.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much :)
DeleteI have long and painful situations with my children, too. I am so happy for you that your granddaughter found you! What a great gift!!
ReplyDeleteI am in awe of God's love and blessing . . . this was an out of the blue surprise for me, but a long time in the making for Him . . . for everything there is a season :)
DeleteOh Connie...rejoicing with you dear lady :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much . . . this is certainly something to rejoice about :)
DeleteWhat an amazing and wonderful turn of events! I'm so happy for you. May you have a blessed relationship with that little family, and may it help heal the wounds of long ago.
ReplyDeleteThank you, your kindness is appreciated :)
DeleteOh Connie, that is amazing news! A blessing indeed! Thank you for sharing with us, it made my day! And what a special gift to send her. I can see the love in it!
ReplyDeleteHello Leigh, thank you for stopping by . . . I know I am on cloud nine . . . this is a very special blessing indeed :)
DeleteBeautiful story Connie. God has a way to bring healing in ways we don't expect. I hope your relationship continues to blossom and keeps filling your heart with joy. A quilt was a great idea.
ReplyDeleteLove, Beca
Totally unexpected . . . I'm sure that the Good Lord was smiling when He decided the timing was right for this marvelous event and meeting:)
DeleteSuch an awesome thing to happen! Grandchildren make the drudgery of raising your own children so worth while.
ReplyDeleteIt is an awesome surprise and warms my heart beyond words :)
DeleteConnie, I could just cry. That is the sweetest story. Thank you for telling us this news. Your new family members are going to LOVE you!
ReplyDeleteYou are so sweet, thank you :)
DeleteI am so happy your granddaughter found you. What special memories will be made!! Enjoy, Janie
ReplyDeleteI'm still in awe of how blessed I am :)
DeleteHi Connie, What a great story and Stephanie is so lucky! Your quilts are just wonderful! I always enjoy your posts from the Crafty Home Cottage! :-) Have a great week ahead and take good care!
ReplyDeleteHello John, I am the lucky one, this is a true blessing from the Lord.
DeleteOh Connie, I am so very happy for you, Congrats on your new family members, she will be totally thrilled and blessed to have a handmade quilt from you!!
ReplyDeleteYou are so right about the Lord turning something bad into something wonderful!!
He is always looking out for us and His timing is perfect. Our meeting on Saturday was perfect in every way . . . I am blessed :)
DeleteOh, Connie - what a wonderful surprise and addition to your family.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it wonderful . . . I am in awe :)
DeleteThat must have been such a surprise for you Connie, how lovely that she got in touch with you. She must have loved the quilt too. Sarah x
ReplyDeleteShe did cry when she opened her quilt . . . I am so happy that she found me. It does my heart good to see the beauty that God can bring from past pain. He is so good!
DeleteConnie, what an absolutely lovely surprise ! Stephanie is so very fortunate to have found you, and we know you feel the same way about Stephanie. Your quilt is absolutely gorgeous, with fantastic embroidery. It will be treasured forever.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this wonderful post. Blessings, from your friends Marina and Daryl Lynn
The two of you are so sweet. This is such a time in my life for rejoicing and being glad. Isn't it marvelous how God can turn pain and sorrow around and use it to create beauty and love . . . I am truly blessed:)
DeleteConnie, my cup runith over for you. This story made my day. God Bless you and your new family. Hugs, lj
ReplyDeleteI know, isn't it the best news ever . . . I'm doing my happy dance :) God is Good!
DeleteConnie,
ReplyDeleteThis is the nicest story and I am so happy for you! What a wonderful surprise! I am sure she will treasure this beautiful quilt forever. Thank you for sharing this "feel good" story! Enjoy your new found loves!
I am still in awe . . . it was a totally unexpected blessing of the best kind:)
DeleteOh Connie, What wonderful news. The Lord says he redeems what the locust have eaten. I am so glad he has redeemed this gift of family to you and I am rejoicing with you. Your quilt is lovely and I know your new Granddaughter and her family will treasure it always.
ReplyDeleteI am on cloud nine . . . it is amazing how our Lord turns pain into delight:)
DeleteI'm so happy for you Connie! The quilt is gorgeous! I'm so glad that she found you and that everyone is happy about it! :)
ReplyDeleteIt's perfect! Thank you :)
DeleteFabulous! I love the quilt, Connie! Perfect! Hugs.
ReplyDeleteDear Connie, so fantastic to read this post.
ReplyDeleteI am just so happy for you, and the quilt is lovely.
All the best Jan
Oh, how special Connie! That is a true blessing. I know you will enjoy getting to know them. Isn't it amazing how the Lord works?
ReplyDeleteSometimes negative things we don't understand occur. My husband and I have just had a shocker occur that is completely unwarranted, unfair and we don't understand it but, as they say, it is what it is. As you stated, the Lord does turn things around. He works all things together for good for those who love Him. Thank you for your timely reminder!
Have a most special day!
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