TQS/AAQI Challenge 2012

[View My TQS Profile ClaraLawrence]

Clara, my latest donation quilts are 10,491 - Baa Baa Black Sheep:

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And 10,490 - Tambani Embroidery:

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And now I just have to go off an buy a new printer so that I can print off the form and send them in the post tomorrow. That concludes my donations for the month of May.

I love the sheep. She's very sweet and snugly. Clara

[View My TQS Profile ClaraLawrence]

I don't even know how to word this. Keep in mind, it has been a very tough day for me and it will only get worse for a little while.

I need someone to watch this thread for a week. Be there and be supportive. Us quilters like to do this.

Now for the reason why. As I pause, because I need a towel very bad. My husband and I have been raising my nephew for many years now. He came to us with out-of-control behavior issues and a history that is horrible. (really don't want to go into that right now.) He was welcomed and loved as one of our own. We have done so much to reach out to him and so many therapy programs to help him. We have set up a huge supportive web of families and friends for him and us to get him through this. We know in our hearts we did everything, but it wasn't enough. I got news today that he killed himself this afternoon. He was 18 and had so much potential and was loved by so many. As I type this it all the emotions are coming up. Must go. Clara

[View My TQS Profile lotti]

we're here for you clara - big hugs and much strength to you and to your family
will look after this forum to the best of our capabilities

[View My TQS Profile ClaraLawrence]

we're here for you clara - big hugs and much strength to you and to your family
will look after this forum to the best of our capabilities

thanks

[View My TQS Profile PosyP]

Hugs to you Clara, our distant, yet close friend. And wishing strength to you and your family through this.

[View My TQS Profile Reetzbobeetz]

Clara, I am sitting here typing this with tears streaming down my face. I am heartbroken for you. May he rest in peace.

[View My TQS Profile pam7040]

Oh Clara, Such terrible news! You are in my thoughts and prayers. TQS sized Hugs

[View My TQS Profile beckyezra]

i am so sorry to hear that, huge hugs and my deepest condolences.

[View My TQS Profile loise98]

Clara, I don't know what to say. Make sure you ask for all the help you need. This is a good start. According to info now listed under ALEX & RICKY we are now over 100,000 registered members. That ought to be enough of us to watch over this thread. I know it will be very crazy for a while. In a little while you'll know more about what you need to heal. Make sure to ask. I join in the prayers coming your way. Lois

[View My TQS Profile Renata]

Dear Clara, we will do our best for you with this thread. In the meantime, a warm embrace and wishing that you and your family draw strength from each other to pull through this unbearable moment. May your nephew rest in peace.

[View My TQS Profile RGold]

Oh, Clara, I am so sorry to hear your news. Big hugs and many prayers for you and your family! Robin

[View My TQS Profile kfstitcher]

I'm so sorry to hear this Clara. I'll be praying for you and your family.

[View My TQS Profile idaho]

So sad! So very sorry! Condolences !

[View My TQS Profile dianedidit]

Clara, please accept my condolences also. Such a sad thing!

[View My TQS Profile MargaritaW]

Clara, so sorry to hear about you loss. Prayers for you and your family.

Margarita