The Duncan Project: Quilt #39 Shelly Gale

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Quilt #39 Shelly Gale

Shelly and her beloved dog Lana. Jodi shared with me that Lana refuses to leave Shelly's
side since she started to feel ill. These loving companions have a sixth sense.

Quilt #39 was presented to Shelly Gale. Shelly is the sister of one of my ohana here, Jodi Peterson.

In March, Jodi got word that Shelly had been diagnosed with Stage 4B cancer. Jodi was able to fly to Washington to spend some time with her sister.

Shelly is amazing. I follow a FB group called the Shelly Gale Fan Club. So far she has completed 4 rounds of chemo and will have additional surgery. What strikes me in all the photos is her incredible smile. She radiates strength and hope.

I hope she will forgive me for posting one of my favorite photos from the FB page See photo below. The caption reads "Waiting for the Relay of Life to Start."

Superhero

Quilt back

This got me thinking how we are all waiting for the Relay of Life. I had two friends pass this week and it reminds us all to use our talents to make a difference. We do not know the Lord's timing. I have felt inspired to ask the Lord with more purpose how he would have me serve.

I know Shelly is serving and inspiring others in the midst of her trial. I wish her well and want her to let her know that there is "love in the stitches," and there are so many praying for her and her comfort.

I love the fabrics in this quilt. The vintage fabric reminds me of a quilt
we had when I was growing up

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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....