Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Stars For A Soldier


John'aLee of The Scrappy Appleyard has posted a request for 8.5" star quilt blocks.  Her DD's fiance, Chris, was killed in Afghanistan shortly before he was due to return home.  Chris was buried just days before what would have been his and Tory's wedding day.  John'aLee would like to make quilts for her daughter Tory, Chris' mom, his two brothers, and his best friend who was in Afghanistan and with Chris when he was shot and killed.  
Quilters have the biggest hearts - If you are at all interested in participating please read John'aLee's post at The Scrappy Appleyard.  Our military folks do so much for us...this is just a small thing we can do to help repay one family.
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9 comments:

  1. ~Niki~September 21, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    I'll pop on over there, thanks for the link. And I am glad I found your blog. I just added your button to mine :)

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  2. SparkySeptember 21, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    wonderful post Marlene....my block is already sent...1 of many I am sure..x

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  3. John'aLeeSeptember 21, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    I humbly thank you for posting this! I am happy to find your blog and to become your newest follower....
    Sending a big hug!

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  4. Jody BlueSeptember 21, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    You so right our military does do so so much, it is so kind of you to do sew much to show your support.

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  5. Marie RaynerSeptember 22, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    What a fabulous cause Marlene. Thanks for letting us know about it. xxoo

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  6. GailSeptember 22, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    I wish they would just bring our guys home!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  7. JudyCinNCSeptember 22, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    I am on to it. I have also posted. Judy C

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  8. Gmama JaneSeptember 22, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    I cut out my squares last night and plan to sew them up later after the Scottmeister takes his 3 hr. nap!! I am so broken hearted over Tori's loss...so very sad but unfortunately all too familiar for many families across our great country. God Blees our soldiers!
    Blessings
    Gmama Jane

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  9. ValSeptember 22, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Oh I have read about this and it is so very sad. I am hoping to join in but am out of town now and having medical tests done next week. This is my hearts desire though to join in on something like this.

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