This was my view this morning as I awoke.
A much needed lazy kind of awakening. I remembered to turn OFF the dinger that lets us know that wildlife could be in the yard.
I didn’t want to think about bears.
I didn’t want to think about any number of things that are going on in my world at the present moment.
And I realized, that no matter how quiet I might be on the outside, I can’t stop the noise inside my head and my heart from screaming right now.
I am feeling so sad for friends in the path of Hurricane Harvey who have lost everything. It got to the point where I had to turn that news off and try to find a quiet spot for my mind to rest.
If you or your loved ones are affected by this storm, I am so sorry. You have my thoughts and my prayers. And I feel like that isn’t enough. It isn’t enough. That could be any of us dealing with that mess right now.
In my head I hear the words of the long ago margarine commercial from my childhood. “You can’t fool Mother Nature!” More like, you can’t mess with Mother Nature. Things can change a life so quickly.
And so, we sew!
We sew up until some unraveling threads from the edges of the pieces I was sewing with get sucked down the needle hole and the whole birds nest stops me in my tracks.
This photo looks worse than it is. This machine is over 55 years old so there is some discoloration, but it isn’t grime. It was just cleaned last week. However, there is no better opportunity to clean it again so I did. More oil, a new needle, and since the machine was already unthreaded, I wound some more bobbins while I was at it and I was good to go.
I am trying so very hard to stay positive and to find peace while across the country someone I dearly love is literally suffering worse every day due to the ravaging effects of compound radiation and chemo – about 3 times the dosage that he had 4 years ago because last time they were able to remove the tumor first. This time the tumor is inoperable, and that word just encases my heart with cold fear and worry and also so much love.
And just like the storm that hit Texas, there is nothing I can do to stop what will or won’t happen to Mark as he endures this disease. His storm is raging. I am powerless to help him.
And so I sew some more.
This was yesterday’s photo.
If you missed the story, click HERE.
The deer feeders are gone, all remaining corn has been picked up as much as possible. And still this morning, one of the bears was just sitting there in the yard, as if he expected us to serve him breakfast again.
That ain’t happenin’!!
Borrowing a song from Donny Osmond, I’ve been singing “Go away, little bear……go away, little bear….you’re not supposed to find food in my yard……..I know that the corn was sweet, but you two must now retreat…I’m walking my Sadie dog and we want you gone….”
Now just try to get THAT earworm out of your head today.
I am aware that my fuse is extra short these days. I’m on an emotional roller coaster.
I'm headed to Oregon in early September, and right now forest fires are a problem in the areas I'll be visiting from Medford to Brookings to Grants Pass. I don't know what the situation will be when I do fly out there on Labor Day.
And then there is the constant barrage of senseless comments.
It doesn’t matter whether I was posting about Irene’s GPS not working in the mountains getting her lost on her way here, or the fact that we had a rotary cutter incident. Or posting about having a deer bear feeder without knowing there were bears in the area. (And why would you want to feed the deer in the first place?) The reprimanding comments from a plethora of others that have come in a condescending way to make me look and feel stupid have worked their damage.
I feel stupid. I realize I must really look foolish to many.
And today I’m having a hard time wanting to share much else than quilting, because quilting is….well….safe.
It’s the other areas of my life where I am becoming reluctant to share anything because of all of the “You should always. You should never. Didn’t you know that. Why do you need that. Didn’t anyone ever tell you that. You need to do this. You need to do that. I would never ever. Well that wasn’t a good idea.” HOW COULD YOU BE SO STUPID??
I am so on the verge of keeping my life to myself. And when I realize that, it really makes me sad.
And so I quilt some more. Because I can share quilting.
Time for hand quilting THIS.
Moved to the top of the queue.
Yes, it’s more Baptist fans, and this one is not quite 1/3 of the way done. The fans on this one are smaller and closer together. I like the scale of the quilting to fit the scale of the blocks, and for the quilting to do its job – anchor the top and the backing and the batting together. I want no pieces left unquilted, so they are close.
And because they are small 6 arc fans and the space between the arcs is narrow, its going to take me longer to quilt this quilt and get it finished.
And because they are small 6 arc fans and the space between the arcs is narrow, its going to take me longer to quilt this quilt and get it finished.
This morning I checked my Facebook comments after posting the view from my hoop photo, and there is another “Well, I would never choose those colors but the quilting looks good.”
WHAT!??? I would NEVER say that to anyone in a comment. Why would anyone do that?
And so it starts again today. If you wouldn’t say that to my (or anyone’s) face in public, don’t write it in a comment.
From this point on I reserve the right to completely delete unkind comments from blog posts or other social media. I don’t want THOSE earworms playing in my head. And you shouldn't want them there either.
So let's COOK something!
I love my crock-pot! All of the makings for a yummy chicken soup from a leftover rotisserie chicken. The cabin is smelling yummy already! And that gives me more time to quilt!
The recipe I’m using is found under the recipes tab at the top of the blog. Just look for crock-pot soups. This is the Turkey Soup recipe, but I'm using chicken instead. It’s the easiest and most yummy way to use up the last of that rotisserie chicken.
What eats do you have planned for today?
Quiltville Quote of the Day.
Doing the best I can to drown out the noise of the world, and find peace and quiet within my own heart.
I love the feeling of seasons about to change.
Vintage Sugar Bowl quilt from my collection.
I've always wanted to recreate this quilt using recycled shirt plaids. I may take a break from other deadlines and make a few blocks today.
Just start.
337 comments:
«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 337 of 337Some people never got the message that "if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all." My wishes and prayers are with your brother, and with those suffering in the face of Mother Nature's wrath. As to your current hand-quilting project... I think it looks lovely! I keep promising myself a pink quilt someday, to counteract all the testosterone I'll be surrounded by once my boys hit their teenage years. As you said in one Quilt-Cam a couple years ago, I'm going to put doilies on everything!
Well now. When I read about the bears my first thought was how wonderful that you discovered they were around before running into them on a trail. Almost providential that you had the feeders there to flush them out. Must better to know they are around. Because forewarned is forearmed, I am thinking bear spray may need be on your shopping list for your trail hikes.
Sometimes people don't realize what they are saying. So, let it go. Think of who you are and how you want to keep being. Just my family and quilt loving Bonnie! Prayers for comfort and peace.
There is enough in life to worry about than what others think. Bottom line is it's your site and your life. You have every right to post what you want in how you live your life. I wouldn't fret about it. Start to make a list of names. Next time you feel this way from unkind people, start to block them. I think it could be liberating! :)
Yes, simply yes. Only love and kindness needs to be on your pages. People need to stop and THINK. Before posting, reflect: is it True, is it Helpful, is it Inspiring, is it Necessary, is it Kind. If your thoughts fail any one of these questions, especially being Kind, just don't share them publicly.
And Bonnie, thanks for all you do and share.
Bonnie, as you have said in the past, this is YOUR BLOG, not someone else's. I personally love what you post, where you are going, where and what you are doing. I'm hoping one day to finally take a class from you. You inspire a lot of women and men with your quilting ideas and techniques which I am incorporating in my quilts. Reading your blog also lets me run away for the briefest moment from my own troubles and family issues. You are the BEST and we all love you. Thank you for being you. 💞💗💗💓💓💓💗💗💕
If everyone would just realize that commenting on a blog is a privilege and not a right, this world would be a better place.
I love your pink and brown quilt, and thanks for today's "Sugar Bowl" quilt block. That's a new one for me.
I can only echo what every one else has said. I like many others have stopped FB, too much negativity that I don't want or need in my life. There are times when I comment on other blogs and when posted a box pops up that says "your comment is awaiting moderation". Don't know if this is an option with every host or not.
Love the baptist fans and the finished quilt.
Will keep you and your family in my prayers and also all professionals that are helping your brother.
Bonnie just delete the scumbags - won't hurt my feelings one bit!
Dear Bonnie, I read your blog to get quilting ideas but, more importantly, to hear your 'voice'. I love hearing about your life - so different from mine here in Queensland Australia - and I love to see glimpses of the America you live in and visit. I am sad for you and your family and have been down that path myself. I find it fascinating and stimulating to see the different fabrics you use and it encourages me to experiment more. And I love the quotes! SO... please don't stop sharing. It is a guiding like to so many people and I wish there were more people like you, so willing to give of yourself to help and encourage others.
On the 'negatives' my husband is a pastor and he and I get used as 'target practise' often. It hurts and makes it hard to trust people - I really understand there. I try to remember, and my dear husband taught me this, to feel sad that those people must be hurting in some way that they feel the need to hit out at someone else. At the very least I am sad that they lack the understanding and insight to see joy in the person you are and all you offer to the world.
Bonnie I love reading your blog. The people who say negative things must feel very bad about themselves and that it makes them feel good. Just delete them.
So sorry about the rude people you must tolerate. I have some of those people in my life. I must watch everything I say in front of them for fear of insults, or even worse, they will save what I have shared and use it against me at a later date. I don't blame you for wanting to delete the comments which can be a constant reminder. On another note - I just love that pink and brown quilt you are quilting! I've always wanted a pink and brown quilt and the only thing that's stopping me from making one is that I can't decide on a design. There are so many to choose from that are on my bucket list. I've got at least a dozen quilts in progress and continue to start new ones, but I'm sure you've heard that before. I do eventually finish them and I am eagerly awaiting the new mystery quilt. I really hope that you don't stop blogging, as your blog is one of the best ones out there and I look forward to it every day.
Bonnie, I'm so sorry that any negativity comes into your life from this blog and your pages. You are so generous with us and no one should be critical. I don't usually find other quilters critical but I have seen it raise its ugly head in the last couple of years. Are we getting old and grumpy? I hope not. "If we can't say something nice, don't say anything at all." Too many of us fight battles that others know nothing about. You are loved by this group. Keep on keeping on.
So sorry you are having a bad day, and none of it of your own doing! I tell my granddaughters (who are Jr High and High School) that when someone criticizes you, it has WAY less to do with you and a whole LOT to do with them. I feel sorry for those people that boost themselves up by tearing others down. Just know that 99% of your followers love you and love hearing your stories and your sharing of 'behind the scenes'. This is your blog, do whatever you need to do to keep you happy. Hoping that a night of quilting will soothe your soul and tomorrow is a better day!
I am always amazed that people feel free to post negative comments on your blog or facebook. I probably would have put food out for the deer too just because I like to watch them. I live in the city and we feed the birds and the squirrels and get much enjoyment from watching their antics. I'm grateful you share your life and your wonderful quilts on your blog. Delete the negativity and know that most of us love you.
OH Bonnie...so sorry you have to endure the negative comments. I hope you feel better getting it off your chest. I love all the other details in your life. I always learn something. I say delete the comments! Take care and prayers for you and others going thru storms.
Since I am retired I find I need something to get me out of bed in the mornings. It is you dear Bonnie. I live your adventures with you. You have helped me with much more than my wonderful hobby of quilting. Bless you and yours. Also bless the ones who make mistakes. I love you and hope for the best for you and your family. -Rhonda
Dear Bonnie,
Remember the yards and yards of gray fabric you received when you asked for bits? All that fabric represents just how very many people love and respect what you do and will rush to help you. Being vulnerable in your writing takes a great deal of strength and there are those who will rush to attack. The answer is not to retreat but to discuss it with friends and ask for support from those you trust. I read your blog every day and I don't even quilt! I love your use of color and daring to do what the rest of us fear.
Here is one of my favorite quotes from Theodore Roosevelt. I have a feeling he knew exactly what you are going through.
"It is not the critic who counts; not the one who points out how the strong person stumbles, or where the doer of deed could have done them better.
The credit belongs to the person who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly, who errs, who comes short again and again,
Because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends herself in a worthy cause;
Who, at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly..."
You, Bonnie, dare greatly. Thank you for doing so.
Bonnie, I am a newish quilter and I love to read your posts. I am so sorry your brother is going through cancer again and am sending you and your family prayers, healing happy thoughts (you need them) and as many hugs as you can take. The negative Nellies, and should haves, should have nots should just keep their thoughts to themselves as you are going through enough right now.
Marion
Bonnie, I love reading your posts and seeing and reading about all that you are doing! You amaze me! I think you should delete all those mean posts and forget them. Those people have a problem and are not worth your time and tears. I am sorry for the suffering your brother is enduring and you as a result. I will keep him and your family in my prayers during this difficult time.
Hi Bonnie, I made crockpot chili today & a huge pot of pattypan squash from our garden. And I worked on a scrappy quilt that I need to finish by Sep 6. I can't figure out how to post a pic of it. You're in my heart this weekend, sending you admiration & support.
I remember as a little girl growing up that when I would say something unkind about someone my grandma would look me straight in the eye and say (please remember this was before the meaning of the word changed in our world) "Everyone is queer but me and thee and sometimes I wonder about thee" Reminding me that we all have our own quirks and have no excuse for knocking someone else down to make us feel superior. Bonnie, I love your open honest posts. You encourage me daily and I am so sorry for the sadness and discouragement you are experiencing right now. Love and hugs sent your way.
I love reading your blog. The blogs I enjoy the most mix life, family, friends and whatever area of quilting or art is the specialty of the day. It is your forum and you can write whatever you want there. I have started having to delete people from my social media because they just don't get the fact that I won't tolerate meaness. I figure that is what the delete button is for. Don't change a thing!
It never ceases to amaze me that people would post the kind of negative comments that you wrote about today. But I've seen them on various blogs that I follow. What happened to manners and decency? I applaud you for taking a stand and deleting them!!!!
I was thinking about you today as I was cutting the leftovers from a recently finished quilt into squares and bricks. I can only hope that they'll end up in a quilt half as nice as the ones you make. :)
I think you and your quilts are fantastic! Thanks for all that you share and give to the quilting community! Keeping your brother and family in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for all the negative comments.....I truly don't understand why people feel they have to throw in their 2 cents worth when it's nasty/negative, etc. I feel for you. Somehow or other, many people have forgotten (or never learned) if you can't say anything nice, DON'T say anything at all.
You are an inspiration to me... isn't that lyrics to a song, or maybe I just made that up??? See you in Utica, NY, can't wait!!!
Bonnie I love everything about you and this site! You inspire me daily and encourage countless others. Have faith and here is a big HUG!
I already commented on this post once but have been sitting here stewing ever since. I just want to let you know that you have inspired my quilting beyond measure. I could never stand scrap quilts. But then 9ne Saturday in November about 4 years ago you spoke at the Ann Arbor quilt guild. I left there that day, went home and started to cut up my scraps in leader ender sizes. I atarted the Texas bread quilt in April and just finished up the backing and binding this weekend. While making that I made some sweet little 2" nine patch blocks as leader enders. I have already made a quilt using those and some blocks I had from an exchange. I have enough of them for three more quilts. While working on that quilt I started the rail fence challenge. Today I decided to make a charity quilt from some blocks I had left over from an exchange. The quilt wasn't big enough so I "danced" the blocks. Now it will work! I have lost track of how many dancing nine patches I have completed. I guess you could say it was a Bonnie Hunter kind of month here. PLEASE don't stop doing what you are doing because of some jealous mean spirited people. It is because of your generosity with all of the things you do for us for free that some of us have become addicted to scrap quilt making! If you feel you need to stop doing what you do to make yourself happy though by all means do that. You have been beyond generous to us! Thank you so much for the things you have shown me how to do. I for one will be forever grateful to you.
Di in Australia here: I feel so very sad that people have to make these awful comments (surely they must realise that they are not welcome). Delete the comments and delete the people as well; they don't deserve to be part of the loving and giving community you lead. Sending much love and comforting thoughts your way and prayers for Mark. Don't let them get you down (which is easy to say' I know) but know that for every negative or hurtful comment there are legions of quilters everywhere that will replace them with love and admiration. They are not worthy but YOU ARE!
Bonnie, my heart cries for you and your brother. I think we can all relate to the feeling of powerlessness we experience when someone we love is hurting and we can't do anything to change the situation. I hope you and Mark and all your family feel the love coming your way, and that it gives you strength to cope with the challenges you face.
Love,
Leslie
if some people are trying to make you small, don't pay attention, it's just their attempt to make themselves big.
we love you Bonnie
My heart is breaking for so many reasons today. Too many people are in pain and struggling. There is no room in my life for rudeness and anger - our time is too short to allow them in. Time for a deep breath and a walk to appreciate what is good in the world. And then we sew. Thank you for your inspiration and all that you create.
Lots of love from down under. Boy are we looking forward to you coming to see us down here, and we are spreading the word. There will be nothing but kind words, hugs, lots of tim tams and other kiwi goodies for you. In the meanwhile, know you are loved by many quilters the world over.
Joining the 200+ comments here...your life, your blog, your quilts - all yours, do what you want and enjoy the beauty in the world around you as well as the beauty you create with your hands and heart. Rude comments can be deleted as soon as you determine they are unacceptable (don't even read them to the end - they waste your time). You are so giving and uplifting, you don't need those mill stones around your neck. We love you and all you share with us. Praying for you and Mark...your whole family, as well as those affected by the hurricane. Love the stories and pictures of the visitors to Quilt Villa, but I'm sorry the bears ruined the deer feeder. Perhaps bear spray would be a good addition to your walks with Sadie until they hibernate!
Oh Bonnie, I'm apaled that some readers are being so cruel and negative to you. I love hearing about your life and home and looking at your beautiful quilts. I love the one your hand quilting it looks so vintage. I've never hand quilted but would love to try, do I need a special hoop or can I just do it on my lap?
I'm keeping Mark and you and your family in my prayers an hope he recovers from this dreadful disease.
Please don't let those negative trolls spoil your enjoyment
Love and quilty hugs
Anne xxx
Love and blessings to you and your family. The world is full of those seeking to kill the joy of others, but I applaud you for continuing to share. Love the quilt with the quote, especially how the triangles create a pattern that travels across the blocks - Quilting is such fun, there's always something new to discover! Enjoyed seeing the bear video... although probably wouldn't have been so keen to be as close as you were. Now glad that all I have to be worried about in my garden is cats stalking the birds 😀
When I saw the comment to which you referred, I was immediately shocked! Obviously remarks such as this don't hit the rest of us as hard as it must hit you, but it still has a sting to it! My mother use to say "consider the source." But the flip side to that comment is "it is easier said than done." Please delete and move on!
I love the sugar bowl quilt and look forward to seeing your version, but have you thought of making a scrappy Bear Paw in honor of your visitors? Stay Stronger than the 'Nasties'. They must have a pretty unhappy life and need our prayers to change their hearts. You are a lot classier than they are!
Sending hugs and kind thoughts to you and yours.
More and more I retreat from the wider world due to the inconsiderate or the just plain nasty-hearted words and actions of others. My 'world' is smaller, but contentment is the reward.
However, you sharing your life with your Quiltville community is a gift and brings so much sunshine to us. I would very much miss my daily dose of Bonnie-ness! :-)
But you do what you feel is best for you. Concentrate on the good and don't let the mean-hearted invade your good heart!
Bless you! F'the negative comments! Some people have no manners anymore! One of the many reasons I don't Faceb... too many haters! Shame on them or anyone who disrespects you!
We do live and learn (at least I hope we learn, or what's the point? We will just keep on getting the same lesson over again if we don't learn!).
Please keep up your sunny side. We really appreciate you and all you do!
It's bloody rude what some people say and I reckon deleting their comments is the way to go. The vast majority of people have more manners. I think some people don't 'get' that writing down what you think as a comment on facebook is, as you say, like saying it to someone's face. I reckon many people on social media forget that. *hugs* to you while there are things happening to loved ones. I wish you strength during these tough times. Being able to retreat to Quiltvilla and sew is similar to what I often do to 'get away'. I retreat to my bed with a good book or three. ;) and just get up to have a meal or a caffeine, etc. I've personally been having some success with weight loss (nearly 45kgs lost in 31 weeks on Optifast with doctor's supervision. I get heaps of support from facebook friends, however, there is the occasional 'suggestion' like, why don't you smile in the pictures, ( I'm taking pics to record my changes in size, and feel like an idiot taking selfies), buy new clothes, get a haircut, have a makeover,time for new glasses, etc. I am so happy that my knees don't crack every step I take, that I am building muscles from going to exercise physiology, or that I could climb my own ladder to replace a light fitting, AND that I didn't need to take blood pressure meds after only ten days.
These comments are rare, but sadly, have a much bigger negative impact that they deserve.
I have also said in general, that I post what I do for me, and it is really easy to Unfollow someone without deleting them as a friend. Some people, I still have as friends, although I don't always want to read what they post, so I don't. <3 Sorry for the rant, but I hear ya Bonnie!! (bugga them!! ;) )
Bonnie, Everyday you make me smile. I have never commented I guess because I know how very busy you are. Your positive spirit is a beacon of hope for me. MS has me homebound. But, still I create. My presence in social media is virtually nil. About two years ago I have up due to circumstances like you speak of. I unfriended everyone after posting a brief goodbye note. I now have more time to create. Peace filled time.
Your brother is in my prayers. I include your whole family and the medical staff involved in all areas of his care. Mark is blessed to have you as such a loving, proactive sister. Look at the prayer chain you have for him. It is amazing.
I can't imagine how hard it must be worrying about your brothers illness and then reading silly comments from people who have no manners you or compassion. Be inspired that many of us feel for you.
Bonnie you need to ignore the small minded people who have no life. I look forward to your blog and all the things you share. I have learned so much from you just watching quilt cam. There are more of us who care than don't. Use the delete key and be happy
Oh Bonnie, I'm with you in deleting (and blocking) all those horrible people who say hurtful things to you. And they are horrible, they made me burn my dinner while I was reading through your wonderful supportive posts.
Please don't stop sharing, yours is one of the few emails I get that I read right through. I live vicariously through your travel pictures, and I love Sadie.
Hugs to you and your brother and to your friends having problems. All your important readers love your. And you are bringing me around to scrap quilts, there are now a few of them on my list of quilts to make xxxxx
I agree Bonnie. Delete them. As my almost 10 year old granddaughter says, "if it's not kind and uplifting, don't say it". I really enjoy your blog Bonnie! Margie/NY
I was so sorry to see the negative comments posted about you. The reason I follow your blog is your ability to expose yourself and heart to the world. I am from Minnesota too and I soooo appreciate your thoughts and the world you live in it. What you do everyday takes courage as social media can be a tough business where people think they can say anything but would never have the guts to say it to that person's face. There is so much negative and evil in the world so please do not become disheartened and quit. You are a light in this world.
Oh Bonnie, how could anyone not love that beautiful Dear Jane. I fell in love with it back when I was a "lurker" on the Dear Jane list. Imagine my surprise when I connected Quiltville to that amazing quilt. Find the small goodness in each day and may that help you thru this difficult time. You will never change the grumps, but you can know that there are many positive folks who find joy in reading about you, whatever it may be you are sharing. Here's hoping that life will get better soon. Susan
I'm a firm believer in "if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything". Words can hurt, we all need to be careful with what we say and write.
I love reading your blog, sharing your life and work with us. Every morning I look froward to reading it to see what my friend Bonnie is up to, it amazes me how much you do.
Bonnie - Please know that for every negative comment, there are hundreds (thousands?) of us who read your blog daily, but don't generally post anything. You are amazing, and I love reading about your family, your quilts, and your life. Don't stop. My bird feeders attracted bears right onto a second story porch in Connecticut. It happens. Now the birds only get fed in the winter, when the bears aren't as prevalent. You've done the right thing - realized the situation, and acted appropriately.
I enjoyed meeting you in Alabama this year, and hoping to travel to PA next year to see you again.
Until we meet again, hang in there! Know that you have many, many, many more supporters than nay sayers. But don't stop sharing. Adding my prayers to yours for those in Texas and for your brother.
Dear Bonnie, I teach 3rd grade (and quilt in my "spare ime." Our class theme is "Be Significant ". Each letter represents a behavior expectation as is "Be your best self." The expectation beginning with N is "No Negativity." I love your blog, am so sorry for your journey with your brother, and appreciate your willingness to share all of your life. It helps me feel good about myself, knowing there are others out there as "normal" as I am. Please do delete the negative nellies, there's no need for unkindness in this world. Keep sharing your stories and sunshine. As quilters we need to remember that we are a community that cares for each other. Thank you for being you, I think you're just awesome!"
Write what you want to write about. It's your blog & i for one feel privileged to be able to read what you write, all the way down under. Regards Simone
Circling ou with all blessings and love today. Holding Mark in our prayers. It's what we can do!
Oh my........I LOVE reading your post each day to see what you are doing and how you spend your day. I am amazed and overwhelmed by the amount of 'stuff' you get done. I'd suggest you take the negative comments for what they are.....someone's viewpoint... and remember that it's very easy to 'hide' behind a keyboard which we are seeing much more of these past few months. I for one, LOVE what you post!
I know how insensitive people can and continue to be. My hubby is dealing with inoperable lung cancer and has never smoked a day in his life. The constant worry never leaves and do finding designing and quilting help. Take care and I am adding you to my prayers.
Don't pay any attention to the thoughtless people who make nasty comments. There are a lot of us who love reading about your adventures. I look forward to reading your blog every day .
Lots of hugs for you ❤️
I look for your blog every morning and love it. I feel sadness that some of us are insensitive.
Your quote each morning helps me start the day on a healthy, positive foot. Thank you!
I made this mistake of looking at your recipes at 8 am while in my office and now I'm so hungry! I think I'll pick up a rotisserie chicken and then make that soup later this week since it is supposed to be cool.
I absolutely love your hooped quilt!!! Those colors bring back so many happy memories for me.
Beth
Thanks for sharing, Bonnie. I'm sorry about the inconsiderate comments. We all have them coming to us at times. Thank you for being an example of how to deal with them. Keep on sewing. I'm working on my Jamestown Landing from our recent class. 100 string blocks done so far.
Bonnie,
Please be strong and try to ignore the hurtful comments that show how insensitive people can be when they are anonymous online. I look forward to reading your blog over breakfast each day - no matter what you post - and always share (non sewing) parts of it with my husband. Please don't let the "bad guys" get to you - then they will win. Continue on as you are and remember that there are a lot more of us who love you and your posts than there are the negative and hurtful people. But you know - this happens in all of our lives. I happily purchased a fake "branch" with fake moss to put above one of my doorways - I know it sounds horrible, but I liked (and like it)...a dear friend walked into my house and said in a nasty tone, looking at it, "what is that a home-made craft project?"....it stung and I let the comment go by...I think this sort of thing happens everywhere and usually we try to ignore them...in your case fight back by deleting them...I wish you had a "reply" button that would automatically reply "Your comment is rude and hurtful, please don't comment again"!
Don't pay any attention to the thoughtless people who post unkind comments. There are many people who enjoy reading about your adventures. I look forward everyday to reading about what you have been up to. Love that you include Sadie 🙂
Sending HUGS your way.
Andrea
I love your blog and hope you continue to share anything and everything you want to talk about. Putting my thoughts down always helps me sort out my life. I also quilt or piece because it is a meditation, a loving calming way to communicate with my source. When life gets rough, the hardest and wisest thing to do is "Let go and let God."
Think of the people who follow your blog and all the positive that is said. At our stage of life ( I putting us at about the same age) many more things have happened to us. More people get ill. More people are unsatisfied with the live they have lived or are living.
Recently I read an article I found on a blog from the New York Times it was on work done with resilencey. It was a great article.
We have had a lot of negativity in our lives due to people focusing on it. And many friends who have had life changing illnesses. If you have a chance google NY times and Resilience. It has practical ways to focus on getting through things.
As for the negative people and your blog I feel sorry for them that they are critical. And I agree with your right to delete their comment.
People need to know that you don't have to write a blog, share a design, allow us into your life.
And know that the percentage of them are small considering the number of followers you have and all the people who don't comment and those that do comment are positive.
I don't usually comment on a blog that has so many followers because I am just a small blip in the pool of readers. But I felt I needed to this time because you give so much. I have been an on again off again follower for years. And down stairs I have a bonnie hunter binder of some of your great freebie quilts.
I am just sad you don't come to teach in Canada ( I know the hassles) but maybe someday I will get the priviledge of getting to a class in the US.
I'm so sorry you are being barraged with unkind and thoughtless comments. It's your right to delete what is hurtful and more power to you!!! I love you just the way you are and you are terrific!!!!
The flooding in Texas is almost beyond comprehension. Have a niece her husband and almost one year old twin girls that left before the flooding. Right now they are high and dry and safe. Many of their co workers are stranded tho and they have no idea what they will be returning to. And as said before ignore and delete negative comments. my mother used to say if you can't say something. Ice don't say anything. I say just keep your mouth shut lol. Most don't want to hear the negativity. Keep up the great daily blog.
I'm piecing a table runner...using leader/enders and I'm at the webbing stage. You are an inspiration that I feel every time I'm at my sewing machine and using all your great tips!
Hugs and prayers for you and for Mark as well.
I love your blog. I look forward to reading it everyday. Keep commenting as you do you are very real and I love it.
Bonnie you are generous and productive and engaged and sharing. Some people are small-minded and critical. Please don't let those people change how you do what you do. Hugs to you during this stressful time and prayers for your brother's full recovery.
Oh Bonnie, I am so sorry that people are so insensitive and plain old rude. Clearly their mother's never taught them better. Maybe they don't even have a mother. Anyway, hopefully they will learn manners and soon, but until then we will just have to carry on. Delete, delete. ;) Have a wonderful funfilled day! xoxo
I wish you to find some peace for your mind.
I wish your brother the best possible outcome for his treatment.
And I wish all those negative people on your social media to just shut up. All those poor lonely beings without any own personal fulfilling life should not drag anyone else down their dark rabbithole.
The delete-button is your friend. Use it when you feel like it. No mean comment should have a way to get to you in a negative way.
Stay the positive and wonderful person you are <3
Greetings from Germany
Janina
Delete them. Social media has become a place to hide and lash out without taking responsibility for your tongue. You are a kind, giving, talented, wonderful woman and I am so sorry for the angst you are feeling with your brother's health challenges. There is so little I can do to help except to say that prayers are being said for his return to health. As we know, prayer is VERY powerful. I also pray for those hateful people who feel they need to hurt others with their tongues. Thank you for sharing your life with us ... I truly enjoy reading your blogs and hearing about your adventures. God bless you, Bonnie ... prayers that you find some peace and solace. Linda H
Hugs from Wisconsin! I love to read your ideas and see the projects that you are working on. It usually makes me think "Why didn't I think of that?" I recently lost my Dad and have a large collection of his shirts that I want to make into some quilts. My problem is that I love all of the ideas that you have and can't make up my mind! Please continue the inspiration for those of us that need the vision of a thoughtful and talented lady on our side. Again Hugs from me to you
Good morning. I'm sorry that you have been receiving negative comments. I love your posts and think your quilts are beautiful. I also enjoy your slideshows of your workshop activities. Take care. I will continue to pray for your family.
Whatever happened to the old adage about treating others like we would want to be treated?
Love and hugs coming your way! Love reading all about your life and quilting adventures and would be so sad if you didn't share.
You are a beautiful person who shares her life and quilts. Please don't ever stop all you do in the face of negativity.The comments should be deleted.
Many blessings and prayers for you and your family and those in the path of Harvey.
I sew look forward to you daily life episodes!
I love everything you post!!!! Don't stop because of all the ugly negative miserable, unhappy people out there! Don't change you for them! They are not worth it! They don't deserve you!!! Your blog gets me through some very hard lonely days and I thank you for it!!!! I appreciate all you do for all of us!! To all those ugly , nasty, judge mental people: GO AWAY!!!
Stop letting the trolls get to you. That is the only purpose they have. And by you acknowledging it and posting about it, all you are doing is showing them that they are winning. Post what you want and write about what you want and let the naysayers' comments roll off your back and ignore it. Easier said than done at times, but come on. It gets old hearing about those types of comments and then everyone feeling the need to come to your aid. Just move on from it. It's your blog (and Facebook and Instgram) so do what you want. As a public figure, you can't get away from those who point fingers or try to tell you what you should and shouldn't do. That comes with being the public and sharing your life like you do. But bringing it to everyone's attention weekly doesn't make it any better or make it go away.
Like I said, it's your blog and your life. You do you, boo!
I look forward to reading your blog every morning, it puts me in a good mood. Don't let the "meanies" bring you down. As you see from the response the positive outweigh the negative, so take the out pouring of goodness to your heart. I have never posted to your blog before but felt I needed to send you some "good vibes" and prayers for your brother.
I so admire your quilting and I learn something everyday that you share with us. We all have different colors we like and styles of quilt patterns we enjoy but that doesn't mean we have to be so negative about others choices, and I have found when I have tried something new and different I usually like it.
So don't let a few spoil all the positive and like others have said delete them and block them as we don't want to hear them either.
I have almost never commented before: I just read your blog, smile, and move on with my day. On this morning, however, I feel compelled to leave a pleasant comment, and add my voice to the others who have done the same, so that those "Negative Nellies" (and they know who they are!!) are completely outnumbered by those of us who understand that typed and posted words carry no voice inflections and so must be v.e.r.y. carefully considered. Hugs to you, Bonnie, as you struggle for peace in the midst of everything, and especially Mark's illness. I went through something similar with my own brother in 2008, and know the agonizing ache that stays with you every moment of every day. You can smile, you can laugh, you can joke, but that ache is always there. Prayers for him, you, and the entire family who loves him so.
Bonnie,
So sorry that you have received comments from such thoughtless people. I love reading your posts, watching quiltcam and in the past taking your class. From the previous posts there are many people in agreement. Please don't stop and do delete the others, they aren't worth reading. Rest and enjoy your week before you have to travel again.
Hello, Oh you little sweetie! I love your blog....look forward to it every day. I've never commented on your blog but the bear incident...well, I just have to share. We've had bear visitors at our bird feeder....we're in a farm area, not so much forest and haven't had a big problem with bears but being smack dab in the middle of the Adirondacks and the Vermont Taconic Mountains we do get a visit now and again. Most recently the bear took away our $130 squirrel proof bird feeder along with the suet holders. I could just picture a big ol' bear taking it along for a trail snack!
Hope Monday dawns brighter and quieter. Don't let the Turkeys get you down. You have lots of positive fans!
Bonnie, You have enriched my life with your sharing and quilts. Hugs to you and prayers for your brother.
When the doctor told me, "I have scheduled you for heart surgery on Thursday," my life changed. It wasn't important that I pick up the dry cleaning today, it wasn't critical that the oil in the car be changed today and it certainly wasn't a priority to clean my house. I spent the evening watching the sunset with my hubby and having a glass of wine. Some things are important, some aren't.
I love your blog posts, Bonnie-- quiltcam, tips and techniques so much--I don't always leave comments, but I follow you and so appreciate all you gift us with. you are so generous with your knowledge...
This world has become rude and "in your face" for sure....so sorry you have to deal with that garbage....hugs xx's oo's Julierose
I love reading about your journeys. A friend once told me that Some people are not happy until they are unhappy. That put a lot into perspective. This is your blog. Do what you have to do to keep your sanity.
Had to laugh at your parody of the Donny Osmond song. Very good, Bonnie! And yes, I will be singing that all day. :)
Prayers for you and Mark--all the family, for that matter.
Trust you are having a better and joyful day. Look forward to the change of seasons too. Hope you manage share the fall leaves. Right now it's the dry season at our home in Zambia,it's another 3 months till it rains again. When the rains the world turns green over night. It is beautiful. Take care.
My grand-daughter showed me some comments people left on her FB page (anonymously). I was stunned at the cruelty of young folks today when no one knows their names. We were taught that if you can't say something nice, then don't say anything at all. where has the politeness in society gone! Guess we must develop thicker skins or pray for other's ignorance to be modified. Enjoyed your post today...in your brother's case, remember Who is in charge.
I am also of a mind that if you would not say it to the person face to face, then don't say it at all. Written words can be taken so literally, even when they are meant to be a joke. We should all re-read with that in mind before we hit post/send.
Please let the negatives roll away and let the positives light the way. :-) Life is just too short. Keep on sharing. Reading your blog is one of my daily highlights. :-)
Hi Bonnie,
Just want to thank you for all you do hoping that one more positive comment will drown out the negative. Please, please, please don't stop sharing your life as you wish. The non-quilty stuff is part of what makes your blog posts so refreshing! You are an inspiration, not just for quilting but for encouraging all of us to be better people in general. You are much loved in this community!!!
I checked in today because I knew you would have something about the hurricane. See, I think you are always thinking of others. I'm sorry to hear of your own sadness and worry. I'll be thinking of you Bonnie.
It's hard to hear the tone of a comment.
And now someone will probably jump all over you for using a crock pot!!! Ignore them...you have many fans who love you,enjoy your posts and admire what you do.....
DELETE! Enough said:) You inspire us, you encourage us, you make us laugh, we share your tears, we pray for each other, you share your life.....you share YOU.....and that is what this is all about. Now lets go make soup, you have inspired me to make chicken soup today. THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU, I WOULDN'T HAVE IT ANY OTHER WAY!!!!
I try very hard not to get angry with the insensitive clods who make comments like you describe. They really need our pity because they must be very lonely and bitter to have that kind of outlook on life. Someone must have hurt them desperately to leave them with that kind of insensitivity towards others. Forgive them Bonnie for they know not what they do.
You are such a wonderful warm loving person and so very generous to share all that you do with all of us all over the world. Please don't let them change you. I know your pain with your brother as I too have a brother who had an inoperable brain tumor. I am praying for you, Mark and the rest of your family. Keep on quilting Bonnie...it has gotten you through many tough times before and will continue to do so. Know that you are much loved by your fans!
Peace,
Jennie
Ouch Bonnie! I don't say much here, but I'll admit I'm occasionally guilty of saying some of these things to others. I hope I've not said them here!
I think our choice of wording comes from what we hear growing up. Sometimes our parents haven't been well educated, for instance my father left school in the 7th grade because he got polio then and by the time he recovered enough to go back to school, he was over 18 so he didn't return to a normal education. He went to welding school instead because he was soon to be married to my mom and wanted to support the family. My mom finished high school but no college, they both wanted to do better than their parents and both had decent full time jobs for most of their working lives.
I know I'm very guilty of saying "You should" when I'm offing a suggestion. Mostly a light comes on in my friends' brains and I hear "Good idea, Cathy" because they know me, strangers on the other hand, look annoyed and ask "Why in the world 'should' I do that?" I've vowed to change, as it isn't what I mean at all. I try to ask "May I make a suggestion?" or "Perhaps..."
I'm also guilty of saying something that I can see could be insulting,and I'll try to use better wording here, "I'd never have thought to use that color combination, but they look so great together, I'm going to be more adventurous in the future! Thanks Bonnie" They don't mean that it's dumb of you to use them, but their own eyes have been opened to think outside the box. Altho not worded as such it's meant to be a compliment.
Please remember that we're dealing with typed words here, you're not hearing our tone of voice, nor the infection, so the comments may come out as being negative. Frankly I've subscribed to blogs that I don't care for, but I'd never intentionally insult the writer, I'd just leave. People read your blog, Bonnie, and stay, because they love you. If they were truly being hateful, it's possible they'd stay just to torment you, but I doubt that's the case. Sending hugs and "beware of bears" thoughts your way.
Your blog is the one I read every day. I know it mus tbe frustrating to read unkind, stupid things that are no one elses business but please continue wriring about your life. I love hearing all about it and seeing the photos. Your posts are inspirational , moving funny and great. Please continue.
Such a shame that people have to be so thoughtless and sometime pure D mean!!!!! Love your quilt, in fact all of them and your handquilting. I also hand quilt with 3 other 'young" ladies - 86 -90 and I'm the baby at 73. The one thing that I want to do is a Baptist Fan on a quilt here at the house and don't know the first thing about how and where to start the stitching - will have to do some reading or better yet - maybe a quick set of instructions on one of your blogs.
Thank you for all you do for us!!!!!!!!! Be safe always and in your trip to OR!!!!!!!!!
OMG People.............Bonnie does so much for you all. She gives her time, gives up her family and home life and travels all over the world to help and teach you all, give her a darn break and let her say whatever she wants to say or get off her chest. Sometimes you just need to vent, just how long can you keep stuff to yourself. This is her blog, she can write whatever she wants to, you have no right to say anything negative to her, about her, her family or whatever she does or says. Grow a pair folks because some day when you want her to come to your guilds, she may just say NO, I quit because nobody gives me a break. It is hard being famous, everybody wants you, so many want to tear you down. We all have inner turmoil, especially when it comes to friends and family. That is a lot to deal with. She leaves her husband and her boys and her animals and her beloved cabin to come to your meetings and teach you. I would think you would be grateful that she does so much for you with little respect for her time. She is away from home and on the road more days than she is home, giving up her family life. Be grateful that she is there for you and willing to share with you the good and bad times. Remember you can't unsay, unemail or unmail words after it is said. Turn the tables around, what if it was YOU that all this negative stuff was said to, how would you feel. Thank you Bonnie for all you do, all you give up and all your caring ways. I, for one, appreciate reading all about your adventures, good, bad and ugly. You go girl. Love little Sadie Jane!! She makes me smile.
Like an earlier post, this is my first comment, as well, but I've been your fan for over a year now (I'm a newer quilter). I love your humor, your transparency, your frequent posts, your live Facebooking, and (of course) your amazing talent to put what others may have tossed away into amazing quilts!!! Love you, Bonnie! Please don't let negative or careless comments douse your light. We shall pray for them and then move on. I just didn't want to continue to be silent without telling you how much I look forward to your posts.
Please don't let the negative posts affect you. There are just some people who never learned to keep their thought to themselves. I enjoy your posts as do many out there and it would be a shame to let a few stop you from sharing!!!
I think you are very brave to put yourself out there, knowing that you are making yourself a target for those who feel justified in evaluating the rest of us.
Whatever you decide about the content of your blog posts, please remember that you are doing a valuable service. We must keep generous and civil communication going in this country. You are one of the participants in that process.
I have enjoyed your blog for years and learn so much from you. Thank you.
Hugs and prayers for you and yours Bonnie. I look for your posts every day and I am always inspired!... You are a very special PERSON and I always think of you as my friend, even tho we have never actually met...Peace and Love... Praying for you and Mark....
Fran Sancroft - Pickering, Ontario, CANADA....
I did not get past the part of your post yet where you said you felt stupid.... Uh, Bonnie, you are one of the most loving, caring women I know, and I don't know you except through this blog and your books - which I love by the way. The bears yesterday, made me laugh. I love bears and I would have fed the deers too, so you are not alone in that. And with all fires in both our Countries, bears and wild life are moving away from them, so they will be found in new to us areas. And that rain in Texas....... wow. That is unreal, and something we should be glad we do are not dealing with. And we have to think of those who are. I have made the joke this summer, living here in the praires like I am, that with all the rain, someday I might be living on a beach house property. But, back to my point of writing today: you are loved by so, so, (sew!!), many that we do not want you to EVER feel ashamed or stuped for being you. YOU are loved, you are love, and you give it to everyone around you, freely and with smiles. And do not forget it. (hit deleate next time a post hits a nerve..... you have that powere. No one has the right to post mean things here. enough said 'bout that!!!) huge hugs.
OMG... i didn't get your quips for the past few days 27th & 28th, i hope you didn't delete me from your list and it's just my wonky email... if i said something stupid, it would be MY stupid, i cannot imagine anyone being critical of you and what you give us... sigh, prayers for you and your brother, i am so sorry... and oh yes, please, let's have a new pattern to put on our "to do" list... Love you, girl! Don't let the "stupids" get you down, they just cannot stand your brilliance ! Hugs
and yup, i got your bears video... Smart girl ... "I ain't going out there." Too bad you must remove the deer feeder... but yup, once you feed a bear it's gonna keep coming back, these guys may give up, but i'm glad you're using care and being alert. Love you and all you do... prayers, again, for all y'all.. xo Cats
No matter what one says, there are just those people out there who believe that they know better, who can't not post a comment, who can't help themselves but to open their trap . They never learned that it is better to keep ones mouth shut than say something stupid. I'm sorry that so many have made you feel that way. Best to ignore them, delete them, for they are not worthy to be one of your followers. The rest of us admire you and look forward to hearing how your days go, what your doing, how your feeling what treasure you find & share. We welcome you in what you share with open heart and minds.
Definitely Delete Them Permanently.
None of us need this or any negative vibes in our life.
All the best with you life and esp. your brother,
We love to read your posts and that is why we are signed up to read your posts on a daily basis.
thanks for all you do for us.
I cannot imagine the time it would take for you to put your comments on "pending approval".....
Delete to your heart's content.
Those who need to be condescending are feeding a need of their own lacking....so sad.
You share so generously of not only our quilting prowess but other lifeskills and experiences. Live on in whatever manner serves you girlfriend.
Cheers from Idaho! And GOOOOOOOOOOOOO Broncos!
I love to read your posts, not just for the quilting, but for your life story as well. Please try to ignore the pessimistic and critical remarks and keep up your story just as it is. I am so sorry for the road your brother is traveling down. I wish there was something we could do to make the suffering for those with cancer go away. It is a difficult thing, I know from experience. I'm sure your brother appreciates your love.
Kathy.
Oh Bonnie.......I cannot believe how some people feel they have a right to make such comments...to hurt feelings or share their unwanted negative opinions. I always think "maybe there is crappy stuff going on in their world"....doesn't excuse them though. I have a blog.....only a few followers and it's mostly an online journal for me really.....if I actually completed more projects it would be more of a quilting/stitching/craft blog but it's not.....all about my life. I do it for me....if people want to read it I am thrilled and those peeps are usually family and close friends. I thank you for sharing your life stories...challenges, triumphs, heartaches. Makes me feel normal...and envious of your beautiful home and accomplishments! But it all motivates me......not once would I try and tell you what to do or how to do it...or that maybe you should do it a different way! Geesh! Easy to type it I guess. (insert eye roll here!) Take care, keep doing what you do and writing what you write and delete, delete, delete the nasties! "Ain't nobody got time for that!" :D
Hi darlin', though we may never meet my heart is heavy with sorrow over your brother's health. I am not a particularly religious person but know GOD will ease his way in his own time.
As far as the negative comments, we continue to want to walk in the sand in our bare feet, forgetting the occasional broken shell that takes us by surprise. You are in such a vulnerable place just by exposing your heart to the world, but ya' know, throw something once in a while, just don't hit someone you love or break anything expensive. Judy in Newport News VA
Bonnie the Love that so many of us have for you, out numbers the nasty ones
many times over. Please continue to share with us, WE ARE YOUR FAMILY..
But I am afraid that just like in so many families there is always the trouble
maker, the ones that run their mouth and have never learned the
"if you can't say something nice, then don't say anything at all"
Bonnie, I am so sorry about your brother. I took care of my brother when his cancer spread to his brain. It was scary and stressful. I wish I could make it better for you, but is is really hard. Stay strong and be at peace, God is in control. We have a cousin battling cancer for 15 years and I ask him how he deals with the stress, he gives it to God, was his reply. He faith gave me needed peace.
I have followed your blog for years--you are my quilty idol!--and yet, to let those "bullies" dampen your enthusiasm for life and quilting, just lets them win. Someone who previously commented that they were like those 7th grade girl bullies we all had in junior high hit the mark. That seems so true. Delete their comments. If they don't like what they read, why on earth are they still reading your blog? Be true to yourself--your blog is about you, your interests, your cares, your likes and dislikes on quilting,as well as what your care to teach and inspire us! I have no idea why people who would not make those comments to anyone in person feel free to be rude and insensitive to someone online.
I've been there on worrying and praying for a family member going through cancer treatments. Know that you and your family--especially Mark--are in my prayers. It is a difficult time for all involved. Hugs...
My quilting ,sewing life was becoming a chore. Just not fun anymore. Really couldn't get excited about any project. Then I happened upon Quiltville and Bonnie Hunter. I am not and never will be a computer literate person. Sorry, I just feel like it takes up too much of my time. But that said, it was because of you Bonnie that I realized I needed a scrap quilt.I am enjoying a Scrap Trip Around the World project.I enjoy your blog and the sharing of your life.I take inspiration from you and admire your wonderful quilts.My quilt world is a happier place now.Thank you Bonnie.My prayers are with Mark.Feel better Bonnie. You are amazing.
Bonnie, my heart goes out to you. You don't deserve any of those negative comments. It is just sad that people have no qualms about posting snarky or unkind comments. Wishing I could cancel it all out and put a smile on your face. I love your quilts and I love reading about your life.
Always in stitches,
alice
I have loved your blog for years. Thanks for sharing your adventures and family with us. I know many people who feed deer. I don't understand people who feel they must judge others. They must feel terrible about themselves! Prayers are being sent for Mark and for you.
Hey Bonnie, I hope today has been better. It can be so hard when the negative nellies come out in full force to let you know how smart they are. Ugh. I think it's a great idea to have unplugged days and I believe you should feel free to delete negative comments at will. Repeat offenders just get deleted and blocked. You don't have to apologize for taking a break ... lots of folks who work the 9 to 5 take "mental health days". It's normal and it's healthy. Big Hugs!!
Sherrie
Thank you for sharing your life & your quilting. My prayers go out to you family & what they are going through. I don't understand those that feel they have to criticism others. There is enough sadness in the world without that. Spread joy or keep your mouth closed. Please know that there are a lot of people who have your back.
Hi Bonnie! Just remember how many of us love you! Take the high road: http://www.kentmkeith.com/commandments.html
Sending up prayers for peace and strength and comfort for you and Mark.
Prayers for your brother and your family. Life can really take us for a spin sometimes. Don't let the nasty nellies bring you down...do what you do because it makes you happy...let the mean girls go..delete delete delete! You bring so much joy to many many many people...it far outweighs those naysayers! Peace and blessings to you!
Hi Bonnie, I am sorry about negative comments you receive. You are an inspiration to me every time I read your blog or see your beautiful creations. You are right about trying to keep negatives out of your life and surrounding yourself with positives. We all need to do that. You are so brave when you share and I admire you. Don't let the turkeys get you down.
Just know that you bring joy and inspiration to so many people. Prayers for your brother and all the people suffering.
Hi Bonnie,
Just in defense of the "I would never pick those colors" comment. I often see colors in quilts that I would "never" pick but after I see them in a quilt I am: kicking myself for not seeing the potential of the combination, thinking it is so great that it sends me thinking about the combo for my next quilt, just loving your intuitive choice of colors that are outside my box :) and there are many days when I wish I could borrow somebody's really great box! hehehe
I'm so grateful that you share your quilting with us. I love to see the loveliness of all the colors and all the different patterns. Makes me wonder how some of these were named... like The Sugar Bowl. So cute. Oh, just had an epiphany.... maybe cause the 4 patch pieces look like little sugar cubes?
Can't quite understand why anyone would NOT like your sweet pink and brown quilt. Not sure what it reminds me of... but it really is fun. Color is what it's all about.
Our prayers are going out to all those who are having to deal with the aftermath of the Hurricane... and also the fires in Oregon. My folks are in Eugene, and my brother is outside of Eugene in Veneta. Brother told me yesterday that they are talking evacuation of Brookings. So it may be a good idea to check into seeing if it's still possible to still go. Then again, you are so up on everything you probably already know this. Be safe. And prayers again for your brother.
Thank you for sharing Bonnie, and for putting into words how you deal with all the storms (on different fronts). Big hug for you from over here, and hopefully that passes on a bit of spare energy as well. Thinking of you and your loved ones, all the best to them and you.
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Just catching up with your blog after taking a break, and all I have to say is that one of the most important things I've learned, and have to keep reminding myself, is to take what I like from life and leave the rest. Same goes for the comments in your blog. This is YOUR space. Take what you like and delete the rest. Those people who are foolish enough to criticize don't deserve the cyberspace. The rest of us will still get to enjoy your humor, generosity, and the things that make you YOU. Thank you for persevering.
A quilt,hoop,thimble and lots of time...therapy for sure. I agree with you "if you wouldn't say it to my face...don't type it! It is too easy to type and send with no repercussions. People just don't think. I love that you share not only your quilting but your life with us. I feel you are like another quilty friend that I have yet to meet!! Let the nay sayers do their thing or better yet...yup delete those comments. No one needs all that negativity!!
I don't understand why people feel okay with saying negative things to others, simply because it's online. I'm really sorry you've had so many nasty, thoughtless, incompassionate comments. I hope that you don't stop sharing, but if you did, I would certainly understand. You have to take care of yourself, keep yourself calm and relaxed.
I can't even imagine what you are going through with your brother. I'm so sorry you are having to deal with it, and that he and his family are, as well. My thoughts are with you, him and the people hurting from Hurricane Harvey.
Quilt lightheartedly. :-) :hugs:
Just remember that those negative comments are from rude and jealous people. Some people are only happy when they are tearing others down. Breath, and remember that you have a right to whatever you do or choose (including colors). No one else has to like your quilt (of course, thousands and thousand do) as long as YOU like it. Hope the bears learn their place soon, and your family and Sadie stay safe from them. I'm also worrying about lots of family in Harvey's path. Hope your brother's treatments work this time. Life is hard.
Bonnie, I totally understand about the Bears. We had a cabin at a lake surrounded by farming country over 30 years of going to that area I saw a big Black Bear crossing a farmers field I was stunned with surprise. My uncle was a wildlife warden in the area never mentioned bears either. So delete the negative people, the ones in real life are hard enough to deal with. Praying for your brother and for Texas as well ( I lived there for 4 years)
Patsy Alberta Canada
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