Caregiver Helping Hands Quilt

The Hands2Help charity quilting event we participated in just last month was so much fun.  We will definitely join in again next year, but it led us in an unexpected direction.  I had been following Sue Daurio and her blog.  Sue Daurio put out a call for caregiver nominations, and I nominated someone who has been a caregiver all of her life.  The person I nominated is Jeanette, and I picked up her lovingly made quilt this past weekend.

Caregiver label

Caregiver Noms

The first person that came to my mind when thinking of a caregiver is Jeanette, (my) Sue’s mom.  It is a role she born to and it seems to be innate in her.  As a younger woman, she took care of each of her parents and her husband, all lost to cancer.  Following that, she stepped up with loving care for her grandson who was also called home at the age of two after fighting a battle with cancer.  Not to be dissuaded, caring for her son who became a quadriplegic and her youngest daughter’s ten-year battle, again with cancer, filled her time until they both passed.  Hopefully, she is now on a calmer path assisting with her great-grandchildren as often as she is asked.  She is a young 85 but has certainly seen her share of sorrow.

Chosen Caregiver

When I shared Jeanette’s story with Sue Daurio, she agreed that Jeanette fit the bill and they would love to share a quilt with her.  It turns out the Sue lives in Crystal Lake, IL which is near my sister.  We drove to pick up the quilt last Friday and then shared it with Jeanette early Saturday morning.  Inside the bag were a lovely card and an even more lovely quilt.

This beautiful pinwheel quilt was made with many different shades of pink ranging from the lightest to deep wine.  The quilting of light feathers with a pretty pink thread enhances the piecing.  Best of all is the label on the back which has been signed by the friends and Sue Daurio who worked on this quilt.  Jeanette has been wrapped in their love ever since she received it!  The weather has been cooperating and has been chilly enough for her to enjoy its warmth.  She will be wrapped in it for years to come and will be sharing the story with her great-grandchildren as well.  Thank you again to Sue and friends.  ♥ ♥

 

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14 Responses

  1. dezertsuz says:

    What a lovely, lovely thing to do. Her life HAS been hard, but she has borne it with grace and faith. Thank you for sharing not only the quilt, but the story of your mother. She is an inspiration.

  2. Such a hard life, such a soft quilt. Love the pinks and the pinwheels but Jeanette’s smile is the best of all. Thank you for sharing such a heartwarming story.

  3. Wonderful post, and wonderful story and wonderful woman. I’m so glad you nominated her, and that there are these good good people in the world, like Jeanette and like Sue Daurio, and like you! This reminds me of something Stuart McLean used to do, a well-known, and well-loved Canadian author, and host of the radio show “The Vinyl Cafe” who used to give out Arthur Awards once a year where people nominated someone in this same vein. We need more of these positive celebrations and recognitions.

  4. Barbara Esposito, The Quilted B says:

    What a blessing and inspiration Jeanette is! I am wiping tears from eyes as I type this. Give her a big old hug and a kiss from me. So much goodness in one person!

  5. Shirley Clark says:

    Such a sweet story and a very deserving lady!

  6. Lisa J. says:

    That is so wonderful. Caregivers are definitely in need of care themselves and a quilt of appreciation is just perfedt.

  7. Angie says:

    This quilt and Jeanette belong together – a beautiful work of art and a beautiful heart. Thanks for sharing this story!

  8. Brenda Ackerman says:

    Hello Roseanne, I was so touched while reading about this extra special woman that has touched the hearts of so many and helped each family member through a difficult journey. While she also, I am sure, helped so many other family/friends deal with all of the emotions and so forth that go along with cancer. Jeanette was indeed a perfect candidate for this honor and she did receive a beautiful quilt to wrap around her and keep her warm during the times that the memories of the loved ones she helped find her needing a bit more of a hug, just pull the quilt love a bit tighter and it does make a huge difference. Thank you so much for sharing this spectacular post with us! Have a magnificent day!

  9. chrisknits says:

    How awesome!!! I love Sue and her work, so glad Sue’s Mom has a piece of it in her life. I just love the two pieces she quilted for me.

  10. What a beautiful gift for Jeanette, and so appropriate. I cannot imagine going through so many tough life situations as she has, but she has been given a gift of grace and strength and she uses it well. I hope she enjoys many, many years of relaxing under that pretty quilt!

  11. What a beautiful woman. Thank you for recognizing her.

  12. How wonderful that Jeanette could receive such a splendid gift of love. I am always amazed that some people go through so much yet are so giving. I have a funny story to share with you about Sue and a misdirected package…I am more aware of her work than I was!

  13. Vicki in MN says:

    Most people wouldn’t be able to handle all Jeanette has been through, but she is one strong lady. Wonderful she was recognized in the form of a quilty love.

  14. Jeanette is an extraordinary woman! Her story is amazing…what a beautiful quilt!

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