Wish #83 - Gayle Butcher

Part of the family tapestry: Family friend from Cedar Mill Bible Church... fellow Sunday School teacher!


The fabric: Bright yellow and pink flowers on a bright blue background...

The wish via scripture: "Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift." 2 Corinthians 9:15

Wishes #81 & #82 - The Nyamu Family: Munene, Edna, Karimi & Murimi

Part of the family tapestry: Our new neighbors! Oh how the Lord has blessed us in our move to Forest Grove!




The fabric: "Family Reunion"... Red & deep-red; Blue & light blue weaves...

The wish: "We love you and may God bless you always..."

Scripture: "For God hath not given us a spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of sound mind." 2 Timothy 1:7

Wish #80 - Brent, Casey, Eamon & Ezra Anderson

Part of the family tapestry: Our new neighbors! And little Ezra is just a few days older than our sweet girl! What good friends they will be!

The fabric: Fuschia, lime green and white leaves & flowers...

The wish: We can't wait to meet you - we're your new neighbors! Every life has a purpose and every life is a blessing from above! We hope and pray that the Lord's word will become a large part of the tapestry of your daughter's lives!

Scriptures: The verses from Mark were written on Ezra's dedication certificate and the verses from Pslams were used to bookmark both of Eamon and Ezra's irths as well as their dedications oto the Lord.

Mark 10:14, 16 - Let the little children come to me... for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these... And he took the children up in his arms, put his hands on them and blessed them."

Psalm 103:17-18 - "But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord's love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children's children - with those who keep his covenant and remember to obey his precepts."

Wishes #78 & #79 - The Uebele Family

Part of the family tapestry: Family friends from Cedar Mill Bible Church


The fabrics: Colorful desserts on a black background... and a pastel green and white leave pattern... "How like God to give us such treats! All daughters of the king should have them!"

The wish: "God has made you - God has had His hand upon you for Good from the beginning. God has chosen you for this path. A unique journey for sure...May He grant you the grace and ability to see your life from this perspective... hand picked - one from thousands; handplaced, set apart for a purpose that perhaps you would be a "Bridge Builder" - to help those with similar stones to come to know the peace and joy that comes from a relationship with Jesus... "

Wish #77 - Micah Reece - "Big Brother"

Part of the family tapestry: Shani's Big Brother! :)

The fabric: BUGS!!!! on a pale green, leafy background...

The wish: Hi Lil' Sister! I can't wait for you to come home soon! God has a timer and He'll bring you home when it's time! I keep telling Mommy & Daddy that! I hope you love bugs like I do and I hope you love Jesus too! I can't wait to play with you, go to the zoo and hold your hand! Love you Lil' Sister!

Wish #76 - Chris Minnick

Part of the family tapestry: Good family friend from CMBC and co-shepherd of Shana's Women of the Word group...

The fabric: Pale green butterflies on a blue/green water-color background...

The wish: I chose this fabric because... just as teh butterfly is set free from its cocoon to become the beautiful Masterpiece God created it to be, you, too, Shani, are a beautiful Masterpiece created by God to bring Him praise and glory. I also chose the fabric because I love the colors in it and I smile when I look at it! :)

Scripture & Prayer: I pray that Christ will be more and more at home in your heart as you trust in Him. May your roots go down deep into the soil of God's marvelous love. And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high and how deep His love really is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is so great you will never fully understand it. Then you will be filled with the fullness of life and power that comes from God. Ephesians 3:17-19 NLB

Wish #75 - Kathie Stocker

Part of the family tapestry: Our WONDERFUL social worker!!!! What an incredible blessing to our family!!!

The fabric: Pooh Bear and Piglet on a soft pink background... "Most Special Sort of Friends"

The wish: ... coming soon!!!

Wish #74 - Marci Dodge

Part of the family tapestry: Good family friend from Cedar Mill Bible Church and part of Shana's Women of the Word Bible Study group


The Fabric: Fun pink and yellow toned stripes!

The Wish: .... coming soon!

Wish #70, #71, #72, & #73: The Everson Family

Part of the family tapestry: Good family friends from CMBC and our Forest Grove buddies!!


Fabric & wishes: We are praying for you as your family eagerly awaits your arrival. We know this quilt will mean a lot of things to you, but we especially think it will bring comfort and peace. All of our squares symbbolize something that brings comfort or peace to our family.

Lily's (Age 4) square (fuschia tie-dyed...) has special "boys" (a ribbon!) attached to is so you always have something soft to rub.

Paige's (Age 2) square (yellow with white daisies) have lips attached to it because Mommy's kisses can fix anything.

We don't know too much about Calista (6 mos.) yet, your soon to be good buddy, but her squares are colorful and fun because we think she enjoys all the fun and excitement in our house.

The final square (baby girl pink with white daisies) from Mr. Dan and Miss Amanda is extra special because it is made out of the same fabric as a pillow on our precious girls' rocking chair. We know you are a special gift and we can't wait to meet you!

Wish #69 - The Olsen's (Chris, Jennifer & Avery)

Part of the family tapestry: SW Bible Church Friends!



The fabric: Lavendar swirls on a dark purple background...

The wish:

Star: Philippians 2:15 ("...so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe.")

Hope: Hebrews 11:1 ("Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see...")

Angelic: Hebrews 13:2 ("Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it.)

Noble: Ruth 3:11 ("And now, my daughter, don't be afraid. I will do for you all you ask. All my fellow townsmen know that you are a woman of noble character.")

Incredible: Acts 26:8 ("Why should any of you consider it incredible that God raises the dead?")

Wish #68 - The Larabee Family

Part of the family tapestry: Wonderful family friends from Cedar Mill Bible Church (Micah's "big brothers", Drew & Daniel and "sister", Ruthie!)




The fabric: Pastel stars (with a quilted star mid-square) on a pale blue background.

The wish: "We are so glad you were born! We wanted to share this sweet song that we think is perfect for you. Knowing that your mommy and daddy have prayed and watching them prepare for YOU has been really special to be a part of. Shani, most of all we know that God made you "An Amazing Masterpiece", created for a beautiful purpose, and put into the family God had planned along."

Masterpiece - song by Sandi Patti

Before you had a name or opened up your eyes or anyone could recognize your face. You were being formed so delicate in size, secluded in God's safe and hidden place. With your little tiny hands and little tiny feet and little eyes that shimmer like a pearl He breathed you in a song and to make it all complete; He brought the masterpiece in to the world. You are a masterpiece a new creation He has formed and you're as soft and fresh as a snowy winter morn. And your mommy and daddy are so glad that God has given you to them; Little Lamb of God; You are a masterpiece! And as your life goes on each day, how they pray that you will see just how much your life has meant to them. And they are so proud of you. What else is there to say just be the masterpiece He created you to be.

Wish #67 - Miles Corrigan (Age 2)

Part of the family tapestry: Micah's good buddy (& Sarah's son)

The fabric: Yellow leaves on a pale yellow background...

The wish: "I wanted to pick out fabric with footballs or baseballs but my mother directed me to the yellow fabrics because yellow is my favorite color. I love the sunshine and to be outside and I hope you do too!"

Scripture: "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right." Ephesians 6:1... This is the first verse I memorized and I pray you love and bless your parents!

Wish #66 - Sarah Corrigan

Part of the family tapestry: Shana's good friend and past co-worker at OHSU.

The fabric: Dainty purple flowers on a deep purple fabric...

The wish: "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you. I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10

Wish #65 - Carrie Grotvik

Part of the family tapestry: Shana's good friend and co-worker from the "good old days" at Arthur Anderson

The Fabric: Beautiful princesses...

This wish:... arrived on our doorstep, a complete surprise, the last morning we were packing up to move to our new home. With the thoughtful delivery of this fabric came the reminder of the blessing of friends who remain with you and a part of your life no matter the length of time between visits! We pray our daughters are blessed with such good friends in their lives as well!

Wishes #62, #63, & #64 - The Dufeks

Part of the family tapestry: Good friends from Cedar Mill Bible Church (Fellow Sunday School Teacher & girls!)



Fabrics: From Amy - Deep purple with soft flower flecks; From Holly - Bright pink butterflies; From Heidi - Orange, pink and white paisley on a bright orange background!

A prayer for Shani: "My Lord, may this beautiful child you have made, Shani, know you and love you with all her heart. May she be a blessing to those around her, as well as to everyone she meets. Clother her in courage and strength. May her voice be sweet and out of her mouth may truth and grace flow. Let her confidence be in you, oh Lord. Guide her steps so that she will always walk with you. Let love and laughter be in abundance in her life. Amen and Amen."

Wish #61 - The Warners

Part of the family tapestry: Holt Adoptive Family - China & Ethiopia



The Fabric: Adorable baby elephants on pale yellow background...

Quote: "Our children are not ours because they share our genes... they are ours because we have had the audacity to envision them. That, at the end of the day... or long sleepness night, is how love really works." - Unknown.

The Wish: "Our wish for you is tha tyou will have both roots and wings."

Wish #60 - The Coys

Part of the family tapestry: Holt Adoptive Family - Ethiopia (Etame forever home July 2008)



The fabric: Primary colored... nursery rhyme characters...

The wish: "Be sure that you were loved even before your forever family laid eyes upon you. Blessings to you htat you may grow to be a strong yet kind individual and may you always proudly remember your birth country."

Wish #59 - David Lawson

Part of the family tapestry: Overall family long-time friend!



The fabric: Pastel bunnies & chicks...

The wish: "I pray Shani that you will know and embrace God's love; that He first loved us so that we will love each other. His love is righteous, true and everlasting - He has given you His love through your father, mother & brother! So may this quilt remind you of God's love and the love of others always! It will cover you with warmth and protection and comfort and will be there for you for all of your days!"

Wish #58 - The Czarnecki Family

Part of the family tapestry: Holt Adoptive Family - Ethiopia



The fabric: Country Farm...

Quote: "We witness a miracle every time a child enters into life. But those who make their journey home across time & miles, growing with the hearts of those who wait to love them, are carried on the wings of destiny and place among us by God's very own hands." Kristi Larson

The Wish: "May you come to realize the warmth and love with which you were anticipated by so many... us included. This fabric reminds me of where we live, and the place we hope to bring our own child home to. I hope that when you look at it you will know that in rural Oregon, people were waiting to hears news of you!"

Wish #57 - Rachael Overall (Shana's cousin)

(ergh... I don't know how to turn this one!)

The fabric: Green tie-dyed leaves...

The wish: "My wish is that you'll make long lasting friendships."

Wish #56 - Great Aunt Debi & Great Uncle Barry Overall

Part of the family tapestry: Shana's Aunt & Uncle


The fabric: Lavendar carnations...

The wish: God's word is full of great promises for those who believe in Jesus.

Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved. - Acts 16:31

All things are possible to him who believes. - Mark 9:23

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. - John 3:16

Shani, we believe that God brought you to this family so you would know Him. And you would know how much He loves you!

Wish #55 - The Stines: Scott, Kelly & Quinaby

Part of the family tapestry: Shana's good friends from Grace Community Bible Church

The fabric: Lavendar flowers on a cream background...

The wish: "What a fun and exciting time ~ lots of prayers have gone into bringing this family together! You are a gift!"

A special note: "Just as sure as the sun comes up every morning you can trust Me! I"ve already orchestrated all of your days. I know the plans I have for you. Following Me offers you and your family hope and a bright future. In fact, I delight in superceding your expectations and dreams. Hope-filled hugs, Your Creator." (from Lamentations 3:23, Psalm 139:16, Jeremiah 29:11, Ephesians 3:20)

Wish #54 - Cousin Ella Schneider (Age 6)

Fabric: Fancy pastel flowers on a lavendar background.

The wish: "I hope you have a nice room. I hope you will get to ride a horse. I hope your mommy will be really, really nice to you. I hope that you will have lots and lots of toys. I hope that you will be friends with Jesus."

Wish #53 - Cousin Cade Schneider (Age 8)

The fabric: Golden swirls on a red/pink background.

The wish: "I wish Shani will have a motorcycle. I hope when she grows uup, and is on summer break, that she can get to go to Disneyland. I hope that you have a dog like Lucy that is super, super duper nice and loving. I hope that we will be friends forever."

Wish #52 - Aunt Kelly & Uncle Eric Schneider

Part of the family tapestry: David's sister & family!


The fabric: Olive tie-dye with leaves and frogs...

The wish: "We wish for you sunshine and butterflies. A life of adventure and exploration. That you alwyas live with passion! That you discover and treasure the unique gifts and talents that God created in you. And that you have eyes of love and compassion for those around you."

Wish #51: The Dahlens

Part of the family tapestry: CMBC Family Friends... Jennifer is Shana's Women of the Word "Shepherd". The Dahlens: Mike, Jennifer, Jessica, Jason, Lesanna, Randy, Christopher, Andrew & Michael.


The fabric: "We have given you a square from the same fabric I used to make a quilt for our daughter, Lesanna Grace, when she was born."

The wish: "From our home and our heart to yours, our prayer for you is just as it is for all 7 of our children: that you may experience and know the depths of the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. May He be your light, your love, you heart's Song."

Wish #50 - Brandon & Sunshine Schmidt

Part of the family tapestry: Holt Adoptive Family - Ethiopia


The fabric: A "twin" to wish #49!

The wish: "Each man is good in his sight. It is not necessary for eagles to become crows." - Hunkesni (Sitting Bull), Hunkpapa Sioux "We welcome you with love."

Wish #49 - Dennis, Gwen & Charlotte Hoglund

Part of the family tapestry: David's cousin Gwen and HER beautiful family!!!



The fabric: Ladybugs on a green polka dot background...

The wish: (from Charlotte)... "I am you cousin and I am 4 months old. My mommy, daddy and I cannot wait to meet you."

Wish #48 - Ben, Rebecca & Zach Wilson

Part of the family tapestry: David's cousin Rebecca and her beautiful family!



The fabric: Black kitty cat with red and black paw prints and labels given cats: "Queen", "Frisky", "Curious", "Faithful"...

Snippets from the wish: "Every good and perfect gift is from above." James 1:17 Welcome to the world, Shani!

Wish #47 - Great Uncle George & Great Aunt Ann

Part of the family tapestry: David's Aunt & Uncle



The fabric: Dainty black "antique" flowers on a taupe background...

Snippets from the wish: "... We wish you much joy, love & happiness throughout your lifetime."

Wish #46 - Paul, Casey & Tristan Jolissaint

Part of the family tapestry: St. Vincent's Hospital Mom's Group - Micah's buddy & family!

Fabric: Multi-colored tie-dyed bubbles!

The wish: "You are already so loved! Our wish for you is that your life is happy and full of love and laughter. We hope that you take comfort and joy in you family and the Lord. May faith guide you through all of life's struggles and may you live your life with stength and grace."

Wish #45 - Yuuki Metzenberg (Age 1)

The fabric: Dark green, light green and white circles & dots on a lime green background.

The wish: "God told my mommy to name me Yuuki when I was not even born. Yuu means "have" and Ki means "hope" in Japanese. My mommy said that when I was born, God told her that I will stand on the solid Rock. I want to give hope to the world because I am standing on the solid Rock of Jesus Christ. I hope you will do the same with me when you grow up."

Wish #44 - Erika Metzenberg (Age 3)

Fabric: White and pale yellow bubbles on yellow background.

The wish: "I love Jesus do you? I say these words everyday! God is good. God is faithful. God is strong. God will provide. God is near me. I am a child of God. God is wonderful. God is real. Jesus is alive. He is risen! I love to sing 'Jesus Loves Me' because that it true."

Wish #43 - Tomoko Oikawa-Metzenberg

Fabric: Red/pink bubbles and swirls...

The wish: "I pray for the blessings and anointing upon you. May you be a godly leader for your generation. May His light in you shine brightly so the world will see God thru you. Rise and go forth!"

Scripture: "Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you." Isaiah 60:1

Wish #42 - Allen Metzenberg

Part of the family tapestry: Shana's past co-worker at OHSU.


Fabric: Light teal blue swirls on teal blue background.

The wish: "May you know and love the God of your parents at an early age. Trust in him and he will never let you down."

Scripture: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding: In all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3:5-6

Wish #41 - Russ & Rebekah Williams

Part of the family tapestry: Holt Adoptive Family - Ethiopia



The fabric: Curious kittens holding fish bowls... "No Fishing Allowed"

The wish: "We chose this fabri because it made us smile. We hope it brings a smile to you every time you see it. And... hope for you a life with love and laughter."

Quote: "The most wasted of all days is one without laughter." E.E. Cummings

Wish #40 - Great Aunt Nancy & Great Uncle Michael Durbin

Part of the family tapestry: Shana's Aunt & Uncle


The fabric: Red, orange and green flowers and dots on pale blue background.

The wish: "Life is a great big canvas; throw all the paint on it you can."

Special gift: "Hand made 'just 4 u' fine silver bead.

Wish #39 - Jeff & Sarah Hadley

Part of the family tapestry: Shana babysat Jeff LONG ago!!!... and Sarah, what a sweetheart he found!!!



The fabric: Yellow duckies on a lavendar background (What do you expect from U of O grads? Go DUCKS!)

The Wish: "May you always know you are loved."

Quote: "Love is the golden thread that ties our hearts and souls together." Mother Teresa

Wish #38 - The Engelgau Family

Part of the family tapestry: Shana's Uncle Steve, Aunt Becci & Cousins: Chad & Cassie

The fabric: Yellow stars and maroon dots on a bright orange background...

The wish: "We wish you joy beyond compare, success in all you do."

Wish #37 - Julie Theophanes

Part of the family tapestry: Family friend from CMBC - Playgroup too!



The Fabric: Light and dark blue stars on a dark blue background.

Snippets from the wish: "There may be times in your life when you feel 'different'. Sometimes you may wish you could 'be like everyone else'. But, God has created you to be uniquely YOU! He doesn't want you to blend in - He wants you to shine!... I pray that you will figure out what you are good at and use it to bring joy to others..."

Scripture: Philippians 2:15 - "... that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe..."

Wish #36 - Chris, Jody, Lucas & Lechame Lawson

Part of the family tapestry: Holt Adoptive Family - Ethiopia

The Fabric: African people on a rainy blue background...

The Wish: "Dance like nobody's watching; Love like you've never been hurt. Sing like nobody's listening; Live like it's heaven on earth." - Mark Twain

Wish #35 - Mike, Heather & Isadora Dunham

Part of the family tapestry: Friends from CMBC



The fabric: pink daisies and green ladybugs on a pale green background.

The wish: "Our wish for you is to know God's truth and plan for your life."

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, but in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct your path."

Wishes #33 & #34 - Auntie Boo & Uncle B. - Auntie Roo & Uncle Rye

Part of the family tapestry: Shana's "little sisters" and their hubbies... Bonnie & Brett Johnson - Wendy & Ryan Stokes

Cute! The fabric and wishes came tucked in Shani's first purse... with a little note that says "Shani - Bringer of Hope" - 1 Thessalionians 5:16 "Be always joyful." Nehemiah 8:10b "... for the joy of the Lord is your strength"

Snippets from the Johnsons' wish: "God has put you in a very special family. He created you to be uniquely you so that you would complete your family in only the way you can... When "Auntie Boo" heard your name for the first time she couldn't stop smiling. Your name brings joy... May you bring God's joy to all you meet and may the joy of the Lord be always your source of strength..."

Snippets from the Stokes' wish: "You are such a blessing and a special gift from God.... God is going to use you in such a neat way. We are praying for God's will to be your ever present strength throughout your life. that he would make your plans succeed as you foloow him. Remember that you are very loved!"

Wish #32 - The Gratz Family

Part of the family tapestry: Holt Adoptive Family - Ethiopia


Fabric: Colorful animals and their "sounds"...

The Wish: "Our hope and prayer for you... Whatever you are, be a good one. Abraham Lincoln. Colossians 3:23-24: "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as workng for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving."

Wish #31 - Great Grandpa Howard (Shana's Grandpa)

Fabric: Fall leaves on a maroon background...

The Wish: "I wish you a very, very good like and that all goes well with you."

Wish #30 - Great Grandma Lois (Shana's Grandma)

Fabric: Rainbow weave of colors on black background...

The Wish: "As the lines on this fabric are entwined, so all our lives will be when you join our family."

Wish #29 - Great Auntie Doe Doe (Shana's Aunt Debbie Durbin)

Fabric: Green and orange abstract flowers on a watercolor background...

Quote: "Some people care too much - I think it's called LOVE." Winnie the Pooh

The Wish: "You have no idea how much I care for you already. I wish for you the world and all it offers you. You have no limits!"

Wish #28 - Papa O. (Steve Overall - Shana's Dad)

Fabric: Mickey Mouse figures on black background with "swirls" of yellow, red and pink squares...

The Wish: "My wish for you is that you love yourself and love those who love you back."