The Duncan Project: Quilt #60 Bentley Rana donated by Hickham Charity Quilting Cooperative

Friday, June 8, 2018

Quilt #60 Bentley Rana donated by Hickham Charity Quilting Cooperative

Quilt #60 was presented to Bentley Rana and was nominated by my dear friend Dorene. Bentley is an adorable, spunky, courageous little guy who was born with congenital Cytomagalovirus or CMV. I had never hear of this before but I have come to understand that this virus is carried by most of us but becomes dangerous when passed to a pregnant woman. And while most babies appear healthy at birth, they later develop all kinds of immune and developmental challenges.

While I have never met Bentley in person, I have started to follow his Facebook page. He and his caregivers are incredible people. You can see the love, caring and commitment Bentley's family has for him. And let's face it, this kid rocks!

We are the same age. I want blue hair too.

The quilt was sewn by my generous quilt friend and mentor Kay. I am so grateful for her donations, especially in times when I am sewing a little slower than usual.

If you would like more information about CMV, google the National CMV Foundation.

Upon receiving the quilt, Bentley's family responded "We are so grateful to be thought of and become a part of a beautiful child's legacy."

There is truly love in the stitches for this handsome kid and his 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....