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!"