Gratitude at Its Purest, Most Simple Form

As some of you know, our next door neighbor's youngest son, Michael, died in a terrible drowning accident about three months ago. This was a tragedy of such magnitude that it was hard to even comprehend that such a thing could happen. Two months after Michael's death, the family - including their remaining son, Gregory - went to Greece to visit their family.  


During that time, I made a Spiderman quilt for Gregory. I really wanted to make something that would be just for him and might bring him a little joy. 


The family recently returned home, so I had the opportunity to give the quilt to Gregory. As I was in bed with a wretched migraine, he brought this thank you note (see picture) over and asked DH to give it to me. 


I cried when I read it. What an example of sweet gratitude expressed in a simple, touching way. I particularly love the "Have no fear!!! Spiderman is here!!!" part. 


Sometimes when you make a quilt, something remarkable comes back to you. For me, this is what occurred with the Spiderman quilt. The design wasn't anything complicated, but it was fun and apparently perfect for a Spiderman-loving 6-year old. I hope this quilt brings Gregory and his family some comfort and peace.


Onward in life, as difficult and tragic as it can be at times.