Oma

I have always enjoyed looking at all of Oma's different quilts.  Each one is so unique and different, and there are so many that I loved.  I looked forward to the time when I would get married and get to choose one to have in my home, and as I grew up I had several different favorites through the years that I wanted to pick. 

When Jared and I were engaged and Oma took us to the quilt room to choose one, I remember having a hard time deciding which one of all her beautiful quilts that I wanted.  Jared also admired several of the quilts, but together we decided on the "Victorian Marketplace".  Jared pointed out that this one is particularly unique and has so much beadwork, handsewing, and many colors that make it a definite eye catcher.  I had loved this quilt with the many different kinds of fruit, especially since the persimmon square was inspired by my parents' persimmon tree; I felt a special connection. 

We were finally given our quilt just a few weeks before Oma got sick, and when we came to visit her we brought pictures to show her how beautiful it looks up on our wall.  We have already had several friends comment on it, and I can't wait to have many more admirers throughout the years, and I will tell our kids and grandkids about the amazing and creative quilts of our dear Oma.

~Tierney~