Monday 11 January 2016

A Square of Blue


And what is life?
A crazy quilt;
Sorrow and joy,
  and grace and guilt,
With here and there
   a square of blue
For some old happiness
  we knew........
........this post is in loving memory of my dear mother who died last week........x
.......thank you for visiting me here dear readers and you kind comments......i will take a little blogging break this week, but will return next time with a cheerful crafty post again just as my positive, life-loving little mum would have wanted..........take care everyone..........back soon.....x

*the verse is from the poem a crazy quilt by douglas malloch
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87 comments:

  1. Anonymous11 January 2016 at 09:47

    So sorry for your loss, my condolences to you and your family. Sally x

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  2. Suzie11 January 2016 at 10:06

    Hugs and prayers to you and yours for your loss - be gentle with yourself, then come back as pretty and wonderful as ever
    Suzie - Wirral xxxx

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  3. greenrabbitdesigns11 January 2016 at 10:11

    I have been thinking about you Helen, I am so sorry to hear your sad news, take care my friend.
    V xxx

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  4. Magda11 January 2016 at 10:34

    my condolences for you and your familly. I'm hugging you virtually. take care

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  5. Jo@awholeplotoflove11 January 2016 at 10:47

    I'm sorry to hear of your sad news, an upsetting time for you all. Take care xx

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  6. Yvonne W11 January 2016 at 10:49

    So sorry to hear about the loss of your mum. You will always have wonderful, precious memories. Take care.

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  7. Christine B11 January 2016 at 10:50

    So sorry to hear that very sad news Helen. Sending you hugs and warmest best wishes. Christine x

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  8. Janet11 January 2016 at 11:22

    So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family Helen.

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  9. Unknown11 January 2016 at 11:26

    So sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in prayer.

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  10. marmarel11 January 2016 at 11:29

    So sorry to read your mother died last week! Condolences for you and your family! Take your time!
    Greetings from Marijke

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  11. SuperMomNoCape11 January 2016 at 11:38

    My deepest condolences during this time of grieving the loss of your mother. May you feel surrounded by the loving support and care of those dearest to you. And may you feel comforted by the heart-felt wishes expressed here in the comments.

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  12. SuperMomNoCape11 January 2016 at 11:38

    My deepest condolences during this time of grieving the loss of your mother. May you feel surrounded by the loving support and care of those dearest to you. And may you feel comforted by the heart-felt wishes expressed here in the comments.

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  13. Jane11 January 2016 at 11:54

    I'm so sorry to read this Helen. May your dear Mum rest in peace. Take care of yourself and sending lots of love at such a sad time xx

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  14. Kate11 January 2016 at 11:59

    My condolences, Helen. K

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  15. KC'sCourt!11 January 2016 at 12:38

    So sorry for your loss. Hugs to you and your family.
    Julie xxxxxxxx

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  16. Salty Pumpkin Studio11 January 2016 at 12:42

    Heart felt prayers and sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your Mother

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  17. Cindy11 January 2016 at 12:55

    I'm so sorry for your loss. M thoughts will be with you.

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  18. Jacky H11 January 2016 at 12:56

    So sorry to here of your loss.
    You and your family take care.
    Jacky

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  19. Florrie May5111 January 2016 at 13:17

    So sorry to hear your sad news...take care...sending you love and healing energy x

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  20. Pat's Patch11 January 2016 at 13:54

    Sending my love to you dear Helen at this sad time. A lovely post in memory of your dear mother . Pat. oxox

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  21. Unknown11 January 2016 at 13:58

    Sensing ((hugs))

    Luv Jane xx

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  22. Unknown11 January 2016 at 13:59

    Sensing ((hugs))

    Luv Jane xx

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  23. Pink Milk11 January 2016 at 14:10

    Oh Helen, I'm so terribly sad to hear that.

    Take things gently my friend. Love to you and your family. xx

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  24. Susan11 January 2016 at 14:16

    I'm so sorry for your loss, Helen. I'm hoping in time that the happy memories will replace your grief.

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  25. Nisa-mom11 January 2016 at 14:35

    I'm so sorry for your lost, Helen. Hope you and your family cope with the situation, and stay strong. I know this must be hard for you but your mom is in the better place beside HIM now..
    xo

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  26. Thimbleanna11 January 2016 at 14:36

    I'm so sorry to hear about your Mother Helen. I hope you have many happy memories to carry you through the sad times. XOXO

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  27. mynestofyarnandbuttons11 January 2016 at 14:44

    Dear Helen, Please know I am thinking of you during this time. I can only imagine the love your mum had for you and how proud she was of you and your lovely family. These are the memories we hold in our hearts forever and get us through these times. What a gift we have when we love so much it hurts, may you hold all you beautiful memories in your heart for strength and know that you are in my prayers❤️
    xoxoRobin

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  28. Anonymous11 January 2016 at 14:48

    Sorry to read this. Sincere condolences.

    Frances SW

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  29. Frances11 January 2016 at 15:00

    Dear Helen, I send my deepest condolences to you and your family. xo

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  30. Winkel's Crazy Ideas11 January 2016 at 15:06

    I am so very sorry to hear about your loss! My sincere condolences and prayers, Pam in Norway x

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  31. Jan11 January 2016 at 15:09

    I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in my prayers.

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  32. sew11 January 2016 at 15:57

    So sorry, Helen.
    May happy memories bring some comfort during this sad time.
    thinking of you.
    xx

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  33. PamKittyMorning11 January 2016 at 17:01

    So sorry for your loss Helen. Xo

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  34. Teje11 January 2016 at 17:06

    Dear Helen, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. My warmest condolences, you are in my thoughts. Take care. x Teje

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  35. Unknown11 January 2016 at 17:29

    Helen, I am so sorry to hear this news. Sincere condolences. Take care. xx

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  36. Denise SA11 January 2016 at 17:45

    Sorry to hear of your loss mums are the best

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  37. Lee11 January 2016 at 17:54

    Thinking of you,sending comforting huggles to you and family.xx

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  38. Jenn M11 January 2016 at 17:59

    Thinking of you, Helen, at this time. So sorry to hear the sad news. Take care,
    Jenn M

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  39. Jo11 January 2016 at 18:02

    XXXX

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  40. debbie @ happy little cottage11 January 2016 at 18:26

    Sending hugs and comforting thoughts to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. xoxo

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  41. busybusybeejay11 January 2016 at 19:11

    So sorry to. Hear of your loss.Thinking about you.Barbarax

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  42. Ania11 January 2016 at 19:25

    So sorry for your loss. My condolences for you and your family. The poem is beautiful and so true!

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  43. Amy at love made my home11 January 2016 at 19:54

    So very sorry Helen. My condolences and hugs to you. xx

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  44. bj 11 January 2016 at 20:14

    O, Helen, I am so so sorry. We all share in the loss of a mother.
    My heart is holding your hand....
    Rest up...and come back when you are feeling better.
    xo

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  45. Jill at emeraldcottage11 January 2016 at 20:33

    Oh Helen, so sorry to hear about your Mum. Lots of sadness around. Thinking of you, Jillxo

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  46. Rhona11 January 2016 at 21:16

    Sorry for your loss, Helen. May your memories of her bring peace and comfort.

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  47. Michelle11 January 2016 at 22:04

    so sorry for your loss of your mum,helen xx

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  48. crazydazy11 January 2016 at 22:27

    So sorry to hear your sad news.. a lovely tribute to your mum.

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  49. Mylittlepieceofengland11 January 2016 at 23:28

    How sad for you and your family, thoughts are with you xx

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  50. thewarmfireplace11 January 2016 at 23:36

    I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mum, thinking of you and your family.
    Sue

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  51. Baa. xxx12 January 2016 at 00:46

    So sorry for your loss. What a lovely memory post for your Mother.

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  52. Polly12 January 2016 at 01:21

    Oh my! I am so sorry, my dear, for your tremendous loss. I will pray for you and your family!!

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  53. Teresa Kasner12 January 2016 at 02:26

    Oh dear.. I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. It sounds as if she was dear and special. You are very lucky to have a sweet mum to remember. Take care and we'll see you back soon. ((hugs)), Teresa

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  54. colleen12 January 2016 at 05:14

    Helen, it's so difficult thing to have your mother gone, I hope you are able to recall wonderful memories while you grieve her passing

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  55. Lorrie12 January 2016 at 06:06

    I am sorry to read this news, Helen. Losing your dear mother is a hard thing. May there be many patches of blue in your memories of her. Hugs, and prayers for peace and comfort.

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  56. Sue from Oz12 January 2016 at 09:00

    Dear Helen, my deepest sympathy to you and your family

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  57. Unknown12 January 2016 at 09:04

    Oh Helen I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Mum, Big hugs to you. Take lots of care, dee xx

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  58. Stins12 January 2016 at 11:11

    I am so sorry for you dear Helen... Take good care of your self, big hugs from Mirjam.

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  59. Tony12 January 2016 at 14:14

    God bless you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom and family will be in my rosary today

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  60. Robbienae12 January 2016 at 18:06

    Helen, I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. I'm sure that she was very proud of you. Take time to remember something funny that she would do or say, it will help your sorrow. When my mother died I would think of the first time she made blueberry pancakes and she forgot to strain her berries and therefore we all ate green pancakes for breakfast:)

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  61. vintage grey12 January 2016 at 19:50

    Helen, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious mom! Sending my prayers and love to you! xo Heather

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  62. My Little Home and Garden12 January 2016 at 20:47

    LMy sympathy on the loss of your mother, Helen. I wonder if some of your creative spirit was a gift from her.

    Karen

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  63. Anonymous12 January 2016 at 21:41

    my thoughts are with you, let others support you at this time, you never get over the loss of a loved one.....but in time you will adjust and have happy memories without pain. xx

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  64. Ana Love Craft13 January 2016 at 00:53

    I am so sorry, my dear, for your terrible loss.
    Hugs to you,
    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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  65. Patti13 January 2016 at 02:00

    Hugs and kisses to you sweet lady. Blessings, Patti

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  66. DH13 January 2016 at 03:47

    Dear Helen, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Hope you have many wonderful memories!I love your sweet pink and blue crazy quilt block. Thinking of you, Dawn

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  67. paula13 January 2016 at 05:45

    I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and you family. Hoping your tresured memories will bring you comfort and peace.

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  68. Tammy13 January 2016 at 10:21

    So sorry for your loss, Dear Helen. May your mother's soul rest in peace. Sending blessings of love and comfort, Tammy

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  69. FlashinScissors13 January 2016 at 16:55

    Dear Helen,
    I am so sorry for your loss. Such a lovely post in memory of your mother.
    I am thinking of you and your family at this sad time. Warmest best wishes.
    Barbara xx

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  70. Cream Linen13 January 2016 at 18:10

    I'm very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
    Tina

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  71. Jennifer Hays13 January 2016 at 19:19

    I'm so sorry for your loss, Helen.

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  72. Madelief13 January 2016 at 19:57

    Dear Helen,

    So sorry to hear of the death of your mother! Thinking of you and sending love and a big hug from Rotterdam.

    Take care,

    Madelief x

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  73. Antigone13 January 2016 at 21:13

    I am ever so sorry to hear about your mum....There is not much really, to say other than offer you my most sincere condolenses.
    Antigone :(

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  74. barbara14 January 2016 at 06:28

    Dear Helen
    I am thinking of you especially this week
    It is so very hard to lose our Mothers, they have always been there, giving us love and support in a reassuring voice
    treasure your memories, I hope you can find some quiet time and do take very good care of yourself
    with much love
    Barbara xxxxx

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  75. Simone14 January 2016 at 11:55

    Helen I am so sorry to read this sad news today. Thinking of you and your family. x

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  76. Pati from London14 January 2016 at 12:29

    Helen, please accept my condolences for your loss. Best wishes to you and your family during these sad days.
    Pati xx

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  77. Ali14 January 2016 at 18:24

    Just catching up ... oh Helen so sorry for your loss sending hugs xxx

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  78. Anonymous14 January 2016 at 23:39

    Sorry for the loss of your mom. Wishing you peace and patience in this time of sorrow.

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  79. 11jayj15 January 2016 at 06:04

    Sorry to hear of your loss, what a lovely tribute poem to your mum. Best wishes to you and your family at this sad time.

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  80. Gem15 January 2016 at 12:55

    I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Sending you lots of love and hugs x x x

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  81. driftwood15 January 2016 at 13:45

    so sorry, thinking of you xxxx

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  82. Crafty in the Med15 January 2016 at 15:11

    Dear helen, so very sorry to hear of your loss! Heartfelt condolences dear blogfriend !

    Amanda. Xx

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  83. Zwergenwelt15 January 2016 at 17:25

    dear Helen, I am very sad to hear that your mum died. What a sad moment in your life.
    I will pray for you an your mum, and so many hugs for you, cornelia

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  84. A little happy place18 January 2016 at 06:45

    So sorry to hear this Helen! Sarah xo

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  85. Gracie Saylor19 January 2016 at 18:26

    Thank you for sharing your circumstances and at the same time giving us a loving glimpse of your mum and the happy and sad flow of your life, Helen. xx

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  86. ~Lavender Dreamer~20 January 2016 at 01:10

    My heart goes out to you deal lady. I'll keep you in my prayers. Love, Diane

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  87. claire22 January 2016 at 16:12

    Only just catching up - my condolences Helen, that's sad news xxx

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Thank you for your lovely words...I so enjoy your comments and read them all.