Quilt #41 The Willis Family

Wonderful Willis Family minus Brian

Quilt #41 was given a couple weeks ago to the Willis Family.  They are leaving the island to move to Alabama.  Can''t you just see these beautiful children rocking seersucker? I will miss this family so much. Over two years ago. I was assigned to visit teach Melanie Willis. From the first visit, this family began to bless my life and bring me such joy.

Matthew and I at Gyu Kaku--Japanese Barbeque

Melanie and Brian are amazing parents.  I remember one early visit when I was invited to stay for dinner. The meal was yummy and then there was dancing complete with a disco ball.

I could write a page about each member of this family.  Mel is a spiritual giant. She was a huge support to me during some very dark days.  We have shared a lot of laughs and a few tears. Lasagne, chocolate covered macadamia nuts, chocolate chip cookies. and  flowers were just a few of her constant reminders of love. She always left me feeling better  about life just being in her presence.

Each time I would see their son Matthew, he would ask me when we were going on a date. We spent a few wonderful days together exploring bugs, nature and good food. There is nothing like the enthusiasm of this kid to brighten your day. He loves to open doors.  He would tell me to stay put so he could run around and open my car door for me. Brian (and Mel) have done a great job teaching him how to show love and respect.

The back of the quilt with Keiko

At the movies

Sweet Emmett is so kind to our Keiko. Each time he came over, he would always ask to walk her. Such a loving young man.

I feel like I watched Mackenna grow from a baby to a girl in just two years. She holds her own in this family of boys.

And Feenie, I forget that his name is Ethan. So adorable.

It is hard for me to write about this family without tears. They have been such an important part of my life here is Hawaii.

Aloha Oi dear ones. We will meet again.

Love in the stitches