The Duncan Project: Quilt #50 Zola Given

Friday, December 8, 2017

Quilt #50 Zola Given

Isn't her smile infectious?

Parents Jeff and Cortney with Zola and sister Gray

Quilt #50 was presented to Zola Given by her Aunt Cassidy. The quilt was sewn by a family friend in their ward. The family friend wanted to sew a quilt as bright and happy as this little one.

Zola is a miracle baby. At 18 weeks pregnant, the parents, Jeff and Courtney Given, were informed that Zola had a heart condition called Left Hypoplastic Heart Syndrome, a rare and complex cogenital heart defect which caused the left side of the heart to be critically underdeveloped.

This sweet girl was born in March and lives up to her special nickname, "Super Zola."

She has already had numerous major procedues and her family continues to show great faith in God's plan for this little one.

They have many hundreds of prayers on behalf of Zola. There is love in the stitches and continued support, love and concern for this joyful, miraculous little one and her family.

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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....