What an amazing opportunity I had today to tour Safe Path, an organization I’ve been donating quilts and blankets to for 10 years and within the last couple, the critters and little quilts.
They made me feel so special but really, they’re the special ones with the challenging jobs! I can only imagine the difference they’ve made in the lives of children going through such difficult times.
They shared just how much they love the Little Quilts and Critters and how special they are to the kids.
I shared a couple photos with them … first, my inspiration for making little quilts started with Rae using all her blankets and quilts to put her dolls and stuffed animals to bed all those years ago!
And since Mom couldn’t be with me for the tour, I wanted to share that she also has worked hard on making these little quilts for donation the last year and a half. It’s a project we love working on together.
They were thrilled to see both photos.
I shared that recently my HeartStrings group had a special project and that we’d received donations of little quilts and tops and that was one reason I had more to donate in the last few months.
They also had gifts for me … so unexpected but so sweet. That card in the middle was the same size as the framed picture … and had thank you notes from all the staff inside.
It was an amazing day and while Chris was with me, he was the one volunteering when they asked for photos! I did snap one of him at lunch afterwards. He was the one who first asked me about donating to Safe Path all those years ago and between him and Becky, they’ve been the ones to deliver all the donations until today.
Life is full of angels on earth!!! Thank you Mary for being such an AWESOME “Angel” to so many children!!! May you be as blessed as you have blessed so MANY!!! Our staff truly enjoyed today’s visit!!!
You all are an amazing family – always thinking of others – I enjoy all the critters and blankets. I am making place mats for the local Meals on Wheels and when those are done I will be back to making pet beds.
What a blessing for the staff and families that are helped by Safe Path! Quilters are truly “giving people” – and you and your mom have proved that!
What a great experience for you after donating so much.
Such a great visit. Truly appreciative people who are thankful for the gifts they are receiving. They pass them on to little ones who don’t understand their world changes when they get a small piece of tangible comfort made with love. The world is a better place because Safe Path exists.
How very special! It’s wonderful to see the appreciation for all your time,love as well as $. You are truly special. So nice to show you that you make a difference.💕
Love this for you! A day of recognition is eye opening and I think they showed you how much your work is valued. You, your mom and the kids make a great team!
You were blessed today as much as you’ve blessed them.
What a wonderful place to donate your quilts.
It was so awesome for you to see and feel what a difference you made to Safe Path in person. May you and your family feel the love you’ve given come back tenfold.
❤️❤️🥰
This entire post has brought tears to my eyes. You and your family have done so much to improve the lives of little ones. Blessings to all of you-
What a great opportunity to tour your destination of the little quilts. Great pictures. Thanks for sharing.
Great photos and such an inspiring story. I am at Road to Virginia (a new quilt show) in Richmond but when I return home I will be finishing my Bear Hugs. Thanks, Mary, for inspiring us all.
You are an inspiration for so many people, Mary! What a fun day this must have been!
How awesome you all met and toured. Life is indeed about the small joys. Happy Friday! 🙂
Thank you for all you do for them! You’ve touched so many lives! ❤️
What a wonderful experience, and extra special that you could share it with Chris. Thank you for all that you do with your quilting and crocheting! And thank you for inspiring many of the rest of us to be more generous too.
So well deserved!!! Thats what keeps us all doing what we do!! Love tgat you are so appreciated by us all!!
Nancy in CT
How rewarding to get so much positive feedback!
I’m so glad you got a chance to see where your donations have been going. Such a special day.