Monday, September 15, 2008

Wish # 71 from our cats


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Skimbleshanks, Jezebelle, Homer, and Koko are our 4 cats. They each have their own personalities and are a big part of our lives and family. Of course they have a wish and are part of the quilt. We can see Avery following them around the house or vice versa.

Wish # 70 about Great Grandma Bessie Scofield


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I put this square and wish in Avery's scrapbook because I wanted my Grandma Scofield, who is no longer with us to be part of her quilt. The material is from one of her shirts, and will be put in the quilt. It is too bad that Avery will not be able to meet and be around Grandma Scofield. Grandma used to take me shopping, and I used to spend the night at her house. She was always at the farm with Grandpa Scofield (who's square I'm still working on). She made the best goulash and awesome chicken and biscuits and gravy. I miss her a lot and feel sad that she will not hold Avery. But I'm sure she's looking down and is proud of Gary and myself. We will tell Avery about her and show her pictures, she will be a part of Avery's life. God Bless you Grandma!!


I have also put a little envelope on this page that has a special note for Avery to open when she is older that tells more about Grandma Scofield. It is sad that she won't meet my Grandma or Grandpa Scofield. Or even my Grandpa Creighton...he died many many years ago. But we will remember them, and introduce them all to her through this quilt so that Avery will know them all through her scrapbook, and pictures, and our memories. We 're doing the same with Gary side of the family.

Wish #69 from Wendy Curtis


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This wish is from Wendy Curtis. Wendy is one of Alli's students from a long time ago. Wendy is also a good friend. We don't stay in contact very often, she lives out of state, but we wish her and her family much happiness. Thank you for the baby blanket, can't wait to wrap Avery up in it!

Wish # 68 from The Remington Boys


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This wish is from Aunt Cathy's & Uncle Glen's boys. The Remington boys. Obviously you can see they are Yankees fans. I'm sure Gary's Uncle Tom will have something to say about that (he's a Red Sox fan-die hard!!). At least Avery's quilt will represent both sides. Thank you to the boys for adding to her quilt. Can't wait for you to meet her!

Wish # 67 from Hayley Sischo


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Hayley did a second square and a second wish. We love that she did this. We love Hayley a lot!!! She's always been around and is such a great person and part of the family. Congratulations to her and Dan on their engagement! Doesn't seem like it's time for you to get married, only yesterday you were our junior bridesmaid. Thank you and Avery will be so lucky to know you.

Wish #66 from Ellen Scherer


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Ellen is one of Alli's dancers and assistants. All of the girls and students at the studio are so supportive of us and the frustrating adoption process. It is nice to have such support within our students. Ellen is a senior this year and wants to pursue dance. She is a very talented individual and we can't wait for her to meet Avery!

Wish # 65 from Adrienne & Lori Cean


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Adrienne is one of Alli's dancers, and Lori is her Mom. Thank you for the beautiful scrapbook page, and wish! We went to NYC a few years ago with Adrienne and Lori and had a great time. Lori makes the best punch bowl cake!!! Adrienne is one of Alli's dancers that was with her for a long time, and she still comes back to the shows and visits. Thank you, and keep coming back to visit so you can meet Avery!!

Wish #64 from Aunt Dottie & Uncle Leslie


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Thank you to Aunt Dottie and Uncle Leslie for their addition to Avery's quilt. Aunt Dottie is a fantastic cook, and Uncle Leslie is always fixing things and is very handy. I remember when I was younger going to their house on Christmas Eve for a lot of food and family. Memories!! We can't wait for you to meet Avery!!! Thank you.

Wish #63 from Bill McCurdy


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This is a wish from one of our friends. Bill has been living in Munich, Germany for the past 2 years on an assignment with Knorr Bremse, New York Air Brake's parent company (Gary and Bill both work at the Air Brake). He tried to send the quilt square I think 2 times before we actually received it. The good old mail!!! Bill is a good friend and was in our wedding. He is actually coming home to stay in a few months. Can't wait to see you Bill, and catch up. Thank you so much for doing a square and wish!!

Sunday, March 9, 2008

Wish #62 from Katie Ferlito


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Katie is another one of Alli's long long time dancers. Katie has been with Alli since she opened her studio, and now she is graduating. We all share a love of the theatre and especially the show "Rent". We are sure that Avery will love the arts and theatre just as much. Thank you for her wish!!

Wish #61 from Cassie Dack


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Cassie is one of Alli's long time dancers. Cassie is like family to us. Thank you for sharing in Avery's quilt, and we can't wait for you to meet her someday.

Wish # 60 from Sue Holman


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This wish is from Sue Holman. She brought over extra fabric for Avery's quilt. Alli drew the image for the scrapbook page because there was just enough fabric for a square to be put in the quilt. The poem is very unique just like Sue. Thank you very much!!

Wish #59 from Don & Sue Holman


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This wish is from Sue & Don Holman. They are long time friends of the Scofield's. They are Alli's parents neighbors. This fits them well, Don is a school bus driver, and they live on a farm. We all go to their cottage in the Summer when Alli's brother and family are up visiting. Thank you so much!!

Wish #58 from Karl & Carol Bovee


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Karl and Gary grew up together as neighbors and best friends. Thank you Karl, Carol and Andrew for the special wish for Avery.

Wish #57 from Frank & Pat Folino


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Thank you Frank and Pat (long time family friends of the Newton's) for the special wish for Avery! The trees remind us of when we would go pick out our Christmas trees from their lots.