Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Quilt Mom








Lenore Matray, my quilt mom just passed away at the age of ninety-three.  Her enthusiasm for quilting was contagious.  She kept me going whenever I got bogged down with a project.  We "Dear Janed" together, we appliqued, we hand quilted, we lunched at Mario's, we played "Words With Friends, we just had so many wonderful days together that I cannot imagine quilting-in-the-park without her...but I do know her spirit will live in my heart forever.






I made this quilted portrait of her in 2007,  which she hung above her sewing machine.
                                                 
 Thanks QMom!




PS   Lenore was like a mom to me, but my real mom passed away last year.  I was lucky to have them both for so long.  I am also happy to have "quilt daughters" in my life now.
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18 comments:

  1. Miss MerryMarch 18, 2015 at 6:56 PM

    I am so sorry about your loss. The loss of your mother is such a sad event. I will keep you both in my prayers. It looks like you enjoyed a lot of time together. I am sure you will cherish your memories forever! (hugs)

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    1. HelenMarch 23, 2015 at 5:49 AM

      Thanks, Miss Merry. I do have so many good memories. Hugs, back...

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  2. BrendaMarch 18, 2015 at 7:49 PM

    My condolences on your loss. wishing you the joy of many happy memories.

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    1. HelenMarch 23, 2015 at 5:51 AM

      Thank you for your kind thoughts and wishes, Brenda.

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  3. RachaeldaisyMarch 19, 2015 at 12:23 AM

    What a lovely tribute to a special woman. She will be there with you everytime you sew .

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    1. HelenMarch 23, 2015 at 5:54 AM

      You are so right. I learned a lot from her. Optimism, for one.

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  4. DorothyMarch 19, 2015 at 2:47 AM

    How lucky to have such inspiration in your life, my thoughts are with you.

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    1. HelenMarch 23, 2015 at 5:56 AM

      Thanks, Dorothy. I feel very fortunate to have such good quilt friends.

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  5. Nifty QuiltsMarch 19, 2015 at 3:13 PM

    Oh, I'm so sorry. How wonderful to have had her with you for so long. She'll be there and meet you in your heart, especially when you need some inspiration, and so will all of your quilt daughters. xo

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    1. HelenMarch 23, 2015 at 5:58 AM

      I do feel supported and inspired by my dear "quilt family." xox

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  6. NaomiMarch 19, 2015 at 4:36 PM

    So sorry for your loss(es). Your heart is so big it can hold lots of good memories from both women - they were lucky to have you in their lives, too.

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    1. HelenMarch 23, 2015 at 5:59 AM

      My heart is full of good memories and still has room for more, Naomi!

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  7. Mystic QuilterMarch 19, 2015 at 11:24 PM

    So sorry to read about the loss of this lady in your life so soon ayer your Mom passed away. You will have many wonderful memories.

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    1. HelenMarch 23, 2015 at 6:00 AM

      Thanks, Maureen. It has been a rough year, but I do have so much to be grateful for...

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  8. Victoria Findlay WolfeMarch 22, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    So sorry for the loss, Helen... We sent up good quilty vibes for her today... Glad you had a good quilty mom to be inspired by.... i know that's valuable, Because I know I have the best quilty mom... you! xoxo

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    1. HelenMarch 23, 2015 at 6:02 AM

      Thanks, dear quilty daughter. You inspire ME! xoxox

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  9. mimiofsiMarch 22, 2015 at 7:15 PM

    Helen, I am trying to connect with you. Your post about my Mom brought me to tears. Just beautiful. My email is mimiofsi@hotmail.com. Please write to me there. QH, Marie (Quilty Hugs)

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  10. HelenMarch 23, 2015 at 6:04 AM

    Marie, thanks for connecting. Will be in touch...QH, Helen

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