Mia's 51st Quilt Square: Dayton, Ohio

My first quilt square and wish representing the police department. It's from Shirley who is a detective in the Domestic Violence Unit. She sent a very pretty fabric with dragonflies, bees and pretty flowers. Her wish card is very creative. Notice the little badge sticker right in the center. It reads "Life is not counted by the breaths we take ... but by the moments that take our breath away." I love that quote and couldn't agree more. Her wish says "Mia and Krista, may your lives together have many breathtaking moments." Beautiful!

Thanks Shirley!

Mia's 50th Quilt Square: Lake Tahoe, Nevada

Woo Hoo! Fifty squares! I'm halfway there.

This is from a fellow blogger and single mom-to-be Paulette who lives in Lake Tahoe, Stateline, Nevada. She sent a beautiful fabric that reminds me of water. Her wish is very appropriate in representing her lifestyle. She's an avid outdoors woman who's very athletic. She skis, hikes, and rides trails on her mountain bike. All after overcoming a near crippling injury to her back. She is inspiring! Paulette is also in my June 06 DTC group and is awaiting her daughter who will be named Annalise. Her blog is called Love You Forever. Her wish reads "May you always know the beauty of the mountains, lakes and streams, have wagons of wishes filled with dreams and see eyes through the life of a child. God bless."

Thanks Paulette!

Mia's 49th Quilt Square: Barrie, Ontario, Canada

More Canadian June Bugs. They're in my June 06 DTC group. This is from the Merritt family of Barie, Ontario, Canada. Their wish is actually a Chinese proverb that says "A smile will gain you ten years of life."

Thanks Merritt Family!

Mia's 48th Quilt Square: Beverly, Massachusetts

This one came from my blogger buddies, Amy & Ruby. Amy is another single mom who adopted Ruby last year. They live in Beverly, Massachusetts. Check out their blog at Ruby In Her Own Time. They sent a beautiful asian inspired fabric showing children playing. Their wish for Mia reads "My wish for you is to always remember that love, not bloodline, makes a parent." They also included a photo of them opening presents on Ruby's 2nd birthday which was Sept 7th. That is also the 1 yr anniversary of Amy's referral. She got Ruby's pics and info on Ruby's first birthday. How cool is that!?

Thanks Amy & Ruby!

Mia's 47th Quilt Square: San Leandro, California

This came from my new blogger buddy Wendy. She and her husband, John, sent this all the way from San Leandro, California. They're also in the process of adopting a baby girl from China who is for now nicknamed Buttercup. Their card says "Twinkle twinkle tiny light, little eyes that shine so bright, a precious baby from heaven above, fills our hearts with so much love." They also wrote "Best wishes for as many blessings as there are stars in the sky!" The fabric ties into the theme with cute little stars on it.

Thanks Wendy and John!

Mia's 46th Quilt Square: Smithfield, Utah

From Mike and Heather Housley of Smithfield, Utah. Also in the June06 DTC group. They included a very cute ladybug fabric. Their wish reads "We wish that this child may be welcomed by many, loved by many, and known by a myriad of private and gentle names."

Thanks Mike and Heather!

Mia's 45th Quilt Square: Olympia, Washington

This is from Paul and Teresa Robertson of Olympia, Washington. They are in my June06 DTC group. They're going back to China to adopt a little sister for their first daughter, Jenessa Mei, adopted in May '03 from Jiangxi. They included one of my favorite poems called "The Gift Of Life". It reads "I didn't give you the gift of life, but in my heart I know, the love I feel is deep and real as if it had been so. For us to have each other is like a dream come true. No I didn't give you the gift of life. Life gave me the gift of you." Their wish for Mia is "Many wishes for knowing the love of your family and living a blessed life."

Thanks Robertson Family!

Mia's 44nd Quilt Square: Sugarland, Texas

This is from the Watassek family of Sugarland, Texas. More June Bugs. They included a Bible verse which reads "For I know the plans I have for you" declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11

Thanks Watassek Family!

Mia's 43rd Quilt Square: Springfield, Missouri

This is from Krista and David Stone of Springfield, Missouri. They are in my June06 DTC group. I love this fabric! Cute little butterflies. Their card says "Our wish for you is a lifetime filled with the knowledge that you are loved." I don't think we'll have any worries in that department.

Thanks Krista* and David!
* great name by the way :)

Mia's 42nd Quilt Square: Montreal, Canada

Another member of my June06 DTC group. This is from Anik Nolet and Sylvain Theriault of Montreal, Canada. They sent a poem that reads "I'm sending luck and wishes all wrapped up in a hug. Good things should come your way with this tiny ladybug. A rabbit foot or horseshoes are said to bring good luck. But ladybugs are special, they also bring you love. This ladybug of friendship I've sent to you today comes with hope, joy and happiness to last throughout your day."

Thanks Anik and Sylvain!

Mia's 41st Quilt Square: O'Fallon, Illinois

This is from another June Bug who was DTC on 6-12-06 for her daughter-to-be who she will be naming Colby. Heather Cromwell is a single mom to her first daughter, Keira. She was just born in Feb and adopted from Vietnam in August. Heather will have her hands full, that's for sure. Their family lives in O'Fallon, Illinois. Her wish reads "May your life always be a bright spot in everyone's heart that you touch."

Thanks Heather!

Mia's 40th Quilt Square: Dayton, Ohio

We had another quilt square making get together at Lisa's house on Saturday, September 9th. Lisa is my best friend. Peyton, her daughter, is in the yellow shirt. T.T. is behind her with Lisa across and then Chris, Lisa's mom. They all sat down and put their creative talents to work. As you can see by how hard they're working, they really got into it. T.T.'s 7 yr old son, Drew, also made Mia a quilt square. Scroll down to see the finished products.

This is from Lisa. I love this square. Not just because it's from someone who will be very important in Mia's life or because it's my favorite colors (love the camo). But because it includes this quote, which is so ironic considering it's the exact same sentiments that I expressed recently on my blog in remembering the anniversary of my illness and recovery. I guess she knows me...maybe better than I thought. :)

"The only way to live is to accept each minute as an unrepeatable miracle, which is exactly what it is: A miracle and unrepeatable." ~Storm Jameson. Her wish for Mia reads "We have all been blessed to the gift of being here on earth, so remember to live your life in celebration of that gift. Promise me to never regret any decision or path you may choose and remember to learn something each day from your decisions and to NEVER live in regrets. I love you, Auntie Lisa"

I love it Lisa... and I love you, too.

Mia's 39th Quilt Square: Dayton, Ohio

This was made by Lisa's mom, Chris. Chris is like a second mom to me. She'll be Mia's surrogate grandma, too.

I love this fabric. It's so approproate that she made this during the weekend that we are remembering the 5 year anniversary of 9-11. This is a date in our country's history that will never be forgotten. She included the serenity prayer. Chris said this is her favorite prayer and it also is so completely fitting on this tragic day.

"God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change;

The courage to change the things I can and wisdom to know the difference.

Living one day at a time, enjoying one moment at a time;

Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;

In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path."

Thanks Chris! This is definitely one of my favorite squares. I love it!

Mia's 38th Quilt Square: Dayton, Ohio

This was made by my close friend, TT, over at Lisa's house during the big square making party. She is a big Elvis fan. She even named her dog after him. So it was appropriate that she found some fabric of "The King". Her wish includes this quote "The love of a child makes you change and become all that they will aspire to. The blessing of a child makes you appreciate life and hold on to those little hands that God has given to you." ~Lisa M.Billings. She also included a cute little sticker that says "Blessed are the children.... for theirs is a world of wonder."

I love it T! Thanks!

Mia's 37th Quilt Square: Dayton, Ohio

This was made for me by 7 yr old, Drew. He's the son of my friend, TT. This fabric is so cute. Drew picked it out for Mia because he loves the movie "Cars." He made sure to cut the quilt square to include the police car. How appropriate. His wish says "Good luck in your life."

Thanks Drew!

Mia's 36th Quilt Square: Washington D.C.

The first quilt square from someone in my family! An actual blood relative. Wow! (Yeah I come from a long line of procrastinators.) This is from my cousin, Alicia, who lives in Washington D.C. with her son, Roger. Alicia is also a single-mom-by-choice to an adopted son. We have that in common now. She included a pretty pink floral fabric. Her wish reads "May you always be surrounded by loving family, loyal friends, and lots of laughter."

Thanks Alicia!

Mia's 35th Quilt Square: P.E.I. Canada

Okay for you fellow Americans who are not good with Canadian geography, P.E.I. is Prince Edward Island. Yeah... I had to google search it. Anyway, this is from fellow June Bugs, Debbie and Shane Gallant. Check out their blog at Take Me To China. More happy bug fabric. Their card includes a poem titled "One Perfect Baby". It reads "Two little feet so tender and sweet that have walked with the angels on heavenly streets. Ten little fingers and ten little toes with every new day continue to grow. One little mouth that sings to our Lord. And two little ears to hear His word. One perfect baby for us to love, with wisdom and guidance from our Father above." ~Kelly Maloney

Thanks Debbie and Shane!

Mia's 34th Quilt Square: Greenville, South Carolina

This is from a fellow single-mom-to-be Mariah who lives in Greenville, South Carolina. She has a log in date of May 16 and she is waiting for Sloan. We met through the blogosphere. Check her out at Seeking Sloan.

She has that beautiful asian fabric that I love. Her card says "A friend is someone who knows the song in your heart and can sing it back to you when you have forgotten the words." Her wish for Mia is "May you have many friends who sing your song."

Thanks Mariah!

Mia's 33rd Quilt Square: Springfield, Ohio

This is from Robin and Marty. They are also in my June06 DTC group. Check out their blog Buckeyes and Eggrolls. They're waiting for Madison. I love this happy yellow ladybug fabric. They included a poem "We witness a miracle everytime a child enters into life. But those who make their journey home across time and miles, growing within the hearts of those who wait to love them, are carried on the wings of destiny and placed among us by God's very own hands" ~Kristi Larson. That is beautiful.

Thanks Robin and Marty!

Mia's 32nd Quilt Square: Somerset, Kentucky

This is from Stacey Burton from Somerset, Kentucky. She is another single-mom-to-be who is waiting on Savannah. We share the same log in date and will most likely travel to China at the same time. Her fabric is so cool. It has children of all different nationalities. Her card says "A family's love knows no boundaries." She also wrote "My prayer for you is hope, peace, and happiness through Him who gave you life!"

Thanks Stacey!

Mia's 31st Quilt Square: Independence, Missouri

From Belinda and Mike Snelgrove of Independence, Missouri. They included my favorite Chinese proverb "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." That is how I started my journey to Mia. I also included this proverb in my very first blog post. Their wish also reads "Cherish yesterday. Live today. Dream for tomorrow." That ladybug button tied on with a ribbon is so adorable! The Snelgroves are in the June06 DTC group.

Thanks Belinda and Mike!

Mia's 30th Quilt Square: Springfield, Missouri

More June Bugs. This is from the German family of Springfield, Missouri. This is definitely one of my favorite fabrics. I love the little asian girls! And it's my two favorite colors. I betcha can't guess what they are? Their wish "May the faith, hope and love that brought you home fill your heart always." That is so true.

Thanks German Family!

Mia's 29th Quilt Square: Phoenix, Arizona

This from Jason, Trina, and Trevor Cook of Phoenix, Arizona. They're also in the June06 DTC group. They sent some cute fabric with sheep and the lyrics of one of their family's favorite songs. It's called "Skid-a-marink a Dink". This song brought back a sweet little memory for me of my god-daughter, Ashlee'. When she was about 2 she used to watch a show where they sang this song. I can't remember the show but I remember this song. Their wish for Mia is "a life full of love."

Thanks Cook Family!

Mia's 28th Quilt Square: Galveston, Texas

From more June06 DTC members. This is from the Smith family of Galveston, Texas. I love this fabric! It's pink, which is my favorite color. Cute little angels that say hope, faith and love. The wish is the lyrics to a Rascal Flatts song called "My Wish". How sweet.

Thanks Smith Family!

Mia's 27th Quilt Square: Somerville, Massachusetts

This is from Daniel, Margie and Forrest Delay of Somerville, Massachusetts. They're also in the June06 DTC group and are awaiting a daughter. I absolutely love this fabric! It's so beautiful. Their card includes a little poem. "I met a girl who came from another land. I couldn't speak her language but I took her by the hand. We danced together, had such fun. Dancing is a language you can speak with everyone." Very cute!

Thanks Delay Family!

Mia's 26th Quilt Square: Tualatin, Oregon

Wow! I'm a quarter of the way done. Woohoo!
This is also from fellow June06 DTC group folks, Randy and Robin Bridgeman. It came all the way from Tualatin, Oregon. The fabric they chose is a beautiful pink and green floral. You know how I love pink and green! The wish card says "With love".

Thanks Randy and Robin!

Mia's 25th Quilt Square: Goldsborg, North Carolina

This is from the Wicks family of Goldsborg, North Carolina. They're also in my June06 DTC group. The fabric is very cute with little star shaped and heart shaped clouds in a blue sky. The wish says "Reach for the moon and you'll land among the stars." Adorable!

Thanks Wicks Family!

Mia's 24th Quilt Square: Longview, Washington

More June Bugs. This is from Beri and Mike Jenkins of Longview, Washington. The fabric is a beautiful purple floral print. They included a touching poem titled "How Could You Know?" by Kris Laughlin. It reads "As you lay sleeping far away as still as you could be. How could you know the joy today this photo brings to me? A few short weeks and you'll be mine, and "I" will soon be "We". How could you know the love I feel? It's something you can't see. So have sweet dreams, my precious babe. Sleep well and tenderly. Some say that you're the lucky one. How could you know it's me?" I love that! Their wish for Mia is "a life filled with love, challenges and accomplishment."

Thanks Mike and Beri!