The Duncan Project: Update on Quilt #20 Michele

Saturday, November 5, 2016

Update on Quilt #20 Michele

Today Michele (Recipient of quilt #20) commented on her post and shared a little of her story. I am reposting her comment here. The comments don't always show and I think those who follow the blog will be inspired by her testimony, courage and faith:

This is Michele,
I don't even know how to tell you how much this means to me! You are one of the most amazing, selfless people I have had the honor to come in contact with. This quilt has meant so much to me and I have found it to be a comfort, as well as your letter on some dark days. Like you, we have received so much love and support from friends and acquaintances. It has helped us through some of the healing.
The day I received the quilt I was shocked that a loving sister that didn't even know me would do this. This project is wonderful and I am so thankful to you for sharing your story about Duncan with me. His family sounds amazing and very forgiving. I know first hand how even when they know it is an accident, it is still so painful. I was not ready to share my story the day I received the quilt but I can share some of it now.
My 20 year old son had been home from his LDS mission for 10 days. He was driving late at night, fell asleep and was in a car accident. The two teens in the other car died and my son only received a bump on his head. We have had so much heartache because of this night. This is something he will live with his whole life and as a Mother I want so badly to take this away. We personally knew both families of the teens and they are suffering so much. Publicly one of the teens Fathers said he knew it was an accident and forgave my son. We have a long road of temporal trials to get through, but I can honestly say that we know our loving Heavenly Father and our Savior are looking out for this boy! There have been some really hard challenges but also some wonderful blessings. Would I take this away if I could? Of course! But it is through people like you, (that don't even know us), friends, neighbors and family reaching out that have made such difference in his life. He will be okay eventually, I have felt that through some pretty powerful answers while on my knees.
It truly does help to know other people's stories and know we are not alone. Thank you so much for you loving kindness. I would love to help in any way that I can.
I love you❤️ Michele

Thank you Michele for this tender mercy.

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The Beginning

The Duncan Project was conceived one day shortly after Duncan's passing while I was out walking the dog. At the time, I was praying and pleading for understanding and acceptance. One of the tender mercies I received was a very clear answer that it was God's will and that "it's okay." Armed with that knowledge, I looked for a way to process my own grief, while turning my heart to God and honoring Duncan. To learn the lessons Heavenly Father has for us and in response increase my love and support to those in need.

I remember distinctly two separate occasions in my life of great distress where I received a handmade quilt. These were not merely blankets for warmth (which in one instance was very much needed) but works of art. The best loving hands have to offer and I felt deeply comforted. I could feel the love in the stitches.

My mind started to contemplate if these quilts could be created as a comfort and a way to show love to those in time of joyful or difficult transition. Would this also be the means of healing for my broken heart? The Spirit whispered yes. I have invited close friends and family to join me in making quilts and identifying recipients. In this blog, I will tell the stories of givers and receivers. So the journey of a 100 quilts begins....