Here are a couple of pictures of my last QOVGetting ready for bed -- I can't help but think about what tomorrow will bring. I know for sure I really want to load my last Quilt of Valor quilt. It is way over due. This will be my fifth quilt for this organization. I will post pictures when it is loaded.
It has been very rewarding helping out this great cause, but, I am looking into working with some other charities now. For instance the Binky Patrol. I would like to do some quilts for needy children.
A long time ago I read a story about a very smart man. He did great in school went on to get a great job - he was a scientist, but worked in some kind of manufacturing. He was very successful and made a lot of money. The moral of the story was that he was able to retire early and enjoy his time flying kites on the beach! All I could think of was what a waste of education and knowledge. Sure he was enjoying life but, maybe he could of found a cure for cancer... the story did not mention one thing he did for the benefit of his fellow man. It made me sad.
I began to realize that it is every citizen's responsibility to donate time for a cause that they are passionate about. I believe everyone has a calling, a gift. When my kids were growing up, I would tell them to do something constructive with their life "don't just take up space in this world -- be useful, contribute to humanity!" What good is a successful life if you do not contribute somehow in a positive way to your fellow man? That is what I think, anyway...
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