A Quilting Life - Waiting for Good News

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It's been a long month. But I am so happy to share the good news.

[@mindytaylor523]

You were so productive. I’m always amazed at what you create. Congrats on wonderful news.

[@nedag8276]

Congratulations 🍾, so happy for you and your family.

[@maureensmith4005]

Karen, so happy for you and your family. With tears I promise to keep your family in my prayers. Do give Cameron an extra hug for me. You are so much more than a quilt friend to many of us. May your new adventures begin and may all of you get back to life. Love each other and our Creator and always remember to ask Him for our hearts desire.

[@beloved4evr]

To God be all the glory!

[@brendashiflett1179]

So very happy for you and your family! God bless!!

[@thesewingbratt966]

I just prayed for you and your son 🙏 ❤ My nephew has had 5 brain tumor surgeries!! Finally he got greatest news the other day....it's stabilize!! Prayer changes things!!!!

[@marlenewarrenmarcotte7623]

Know what you've been through. My adult daughter had same cancer and today, 9 yrs later, she is cancer free. And yes, I'm still quilting

[@jodizzleg7470]

Karen, we have never met but there is a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes at hearing your wonderful news! Couldn't be happier for you!!! Looking forward to the new series. Thank you for sharing xxx

[@antonioflores-mendez9389]

What a blessing to be cancer free. We will still keep your son and family in our prayers.

[@lissalong7045]

Believe me, I know the anxiety felt. The emotions all coming rushing back. My husband had stage IV colon/rectal cancer and my children were 13 and 8 at the time. My husband battled like a warrior for years and is a survivor to this day. Our oldest is now 31! God is good! Wishing your son, you, your family all the best!

[@evaseibert3994]

Wonderful news!!! As a two time cancer survivor, I can tell you that the "worry adrenaline" doesn't fade quickly after you get the all-clear. Turn it into a long term celebration. Those of us who were worrying along with you will not get tired of hearing you celebrate!!! Much love from Missouri, USA!!!

[@milestonewelsh]

'Worry adrenaline' is the perfect way of discribing this situation. I am so very glad for this wonderful news of your son's recovery, Karen.

[@marydetwiler6774]

Tears of joy came to my eyes on hearing your son's wonderful health report! Praise God! Love your videos!

[@DaisyShrider]

Watching old videos, so happy for your good news. I understand the waiting is difficult. We are in the middle of it with my husband. Recently we found out he has cancer. I have been enjoying your videos and have learned so much. I have made 22 quilts from baby to kings. Ive helpped with several with the quilt group and helpped my sister with a few of hers. I have two in process. All but two of them since 2017. Thank you so much!

[@wandawalker2837]

What I learned from my stage 3 Non-Hodgkins lymphoma is this: every day is a gift. Now ten years cancer free, I am very grateful for the healing God did in my life and for each day He blesses me with.

[@sharonchaffins9841]

Pray all is well with your family.

[@ScrapYourStory]

My eyes teared with relief when you said your son’s results were good.

[@quilthatchery]

Terrific! Very happy for you all!

[@Filiaris1]

Oh you are so brave, keep your beautiful smile shining, my favourite Karen! Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

[@emily-is-here]

I'm not crying, water just got in my eyes! I am so happy for you Karen. Give your son a big hug from your KZbin friends.

[@Murphalurphy]

Someone is cutting onions, I can smell it! 🧅

[@wandalinthorne9095]

That is wonderful news. I know what you’ve been through. I had non Hodgkin’s lymphoma last year. I got the news in November that my PET scan confirmed that I was cancer free. I cried more that day then any other time in the 15 months prior to it. 😊 God bless

[@StephaniesStitches]

Karen, I am so happy to hear your son is cancer free! We just found out that our almost three year old is in remission as well...he wasn't quite two when he was diagnosed with lymphoma. Prayers for all of us!

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

I'm so happy for your son and whole family! When my father was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer I couldn't focus on anything except for the granny squares I started crocheting at the hospital during his appointments and treatments. They helped me survive a terrible time and now I have something beautiful to remember him by. Hugs.

[@maryettayu3995]

So glad to hear your wonderful good news!! You dance when you feel like dancing and cry when you need to cry. I’ve been through that cancer journey myself. The days of dancing will overtake the tearful days and your joy will be full. Thanks for sharing yourself with us.

[@catherinesofikitis179]

Bless your son’s journey with health, peace and love🙏🌹❤️

[@angief1330]

Wow Karen, what a relief for your family, this is the best news!!!💙🧡💛💚💜

[@goldensmamma]

My husband just got that wonderful news that he too is cancer free . He has to go though immunotherapy now for a year. That is his maintaince which raises his chances of never getting cancer back ! Praise the Lord ! It's still rough for him like chemo it makes him sick to his stomach for 3-5 days but once it's done we can plan out our retirement and get back to a normal life. As I type this he's retiring on Tuesday the 15th of September after 40 years as an aircraft mechanic for a major airlines.Now we can do our thing when we want ! We are also going to celebrate our 50th anniversary this fall too . I am just so grateful for you and your family to have this same joy. The hugs and kisses are the best when you get this kind of news.Never take a day for granted enjoy life with family as we are too !!!!!

[@denisewarrick4461]

Karen you have brought tears to my eyes telling about your cancer journey. I was diagnosed with stage 4 Non Hodgekins lymphoma in 2014. I know all the agony of chemo therapy and waiting for results.I am so glad you got such great news. I also at the same time had a cracked vertebra. I had back surgery as soon as my chemo was over. I now go for yearly check ups which Covid got in the way of. I am taking extra care to stay safe. Other than that I am very healthy. I wanted to write encouragement to you but I didn't know where to do that. I will be celebrating my 22 birthday on Sat. I am praying for a Covid vaccine soon so I can fly out west to visit my 2 granddaughters {age 3 & 16 months}. My sewing room has been my happy place during Covid. I love your tutorials. I wish your son all of the health and happiness for years to come. Thanks. Stay safe and healthy.

[@sandramyer7081]

Congratulations on your Chemo and Your back and of course, Covid- -Wow! You got through this and I’m so glad for your Happiness and clear! I’m so happy for you and I don’t know you but you got through and it’s tough❤️🤣❤️

[@denisewarrick4461]

@@sandramyer7081 Thanks

[@karenminckler4198]

Denise Warrick my daughter-in-law had that 8 years ago. She goes for check-ups and is doing good. Will pray yours stays gone.

[@salkowitz1]

Dancing in the streets with you! So happy for you...

[@rosalielongo589]

So happy for you from someone who successfully went through lymphoma treatment in 2011

[@Wonderworks2005]

Awesome news.....I too was diagnosed in February with Cancer. It has been a different and difficult time. I found your videos so enjoyable that I jumped back in with quilting. It has helped me to focus on something besides the cancer. My cancer is dying and we wait until next month for another MRI to move forward. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@jacqulyne1282]

PRAISE GOD!!!! That is an answered prayer!!!! I will continue the prayers for him to regain his strength.

[@darleenross710]

My prayers for you and your family have been answered. Having lost a son to cancer when he was 26, I felt every stab of your pain. I only recently found your videos and have binge watched them all. Praying God continues to bless you.

[@craftystash8667]

So sorry for your loss.. having lost a child ourselves we know the pain never ends..just mellows with time.. God bless..

[@maryh3570]

Ohmgosh Darleen, that is heartbreaking. The pain you've been thru - uuugh. My prayers are for you right now - time may soften the blow but the heartache .... God Loves you and your boy ...... Hugs and love

[@susanmartinez1485]

Hugs and kisses, Karen! God bless!! The tension probably exploded from your body and your gratitude must be huge, I enjoy your videos; you are full of quilt knowledge and a wonderful teacher!

[@oobiedoobiedoo1290]

I'm so happy your son has fully recovered ❤️

[@ytirishwoman]

Karen.... I am a new subscriber, and now and then able to go back to many of your beginning videos as I sew. I haappened upon this video this evening while nursing my sister post op at her little bungalow. Your path with your son and his cancer make me so beyond happy and I pray that he continues to find good health and meaning post cancer. My daughter, a mother of four beautiful boys now, was diagnosed ten years ago with cancer at the age of 32 and at the time given a 13% survival rate. God is merciful to us both. We all have been gifted more time to love one another. Thank you so much for boldly sharing with all of us your journey. Sincerely, Aleta McGee in Oregon

[@lorraineleclerc5960]

We went through the scenario during Covid with our eldest son who’d just celebrated his 40th birthday. He was diagnosed with Bone cancer, a rare Sarcoma in three quarters of his leg. Chemo followed, then the waiting game. I too sewed but I have to say I have never made so many mistakes in my life. 🤭 I should have made a crumb quilt! It would have been perfect. My son is continuing to recuperate and learning to live with a very different leg and I’m getting my quilting back on track. 🙂 Thank you for keeping my mind occupied during such a stressful and heart breaking time. I wish you and your son many more years of happiness and success. 🇨🇦

[@ctblatt]

I’m so glad to hear this good news. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I love your quilting videos but I love your heart most of all. You are a treasure.

[@debbiemansperger3280]

I'm so happy for your family. It's great to hear good news, especially nowadays.

[@noplacelikehome9116]

Oh, Karen! That is wonderful! God is so good! Our prayers have been answered. So happy for you and your whole family.

[@nancyalves2606]

Such great news. I am a leukemia patient in remission. I was originally hospitalized for 33 days with 2 intense rounds of chemo. Then I would go in for 5 days of round the clock chemo for 8 rounds. The power of prayer is great!

[@urbanhomesteadingchannel1813]

I'm sorry I just saw this video. I can only say thank you Father God for Cameron's healing. Thank you for answering his momma's prayers. 💚

[@BMoll87]

I'm so relieved to hear about your sons recovery!!! That is a modern miracle!

[@lisegoddard9263]

I’m so happy to hear of your son’s recovery. The ~place~ you have been living in is unimaginable to me, but finally experiencing the reliefs of a wide open door must be a gracious blessing to you. That makes me happy...so happy for you and your family!

[@heathermann4240]

So so so very happy for your son and his clean bill of health. That is such wonderful news!!! You have been on such a rollercoaster ride. So glad for you and your family. Can't wait for your new video series. Take care.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[@1grandma5]

So very happy for you and your family!!

[@margievanoostrum6482]

So very glad your son is cancer free. I have shared his journey. Praise God for healing through the health team!

[@belindah7845]

Thank you for sharing your GOOD NEWS about your son. I’m sure there are many people who needed to hear this encouraging story. I cared for my husband through stage 4 maxillary cancer. He has given a 15 percent chance of survival. But he remained positive and never gave up the fight. He has now been cancer free for 9 years.. Stay positive people!

[@lesleyfarris4025]

Fantastic! I nearly cried when I heard your news - congratulations from the UK.

[@craftystash8667]

I'm so thrilled for your son...and for your family...thank God..we understand the stress it puts on a family....our cancer journey ( leukemia ) with our 5yr old granddaughter has gone well.. treatments still in her future, but numbers look good...and she started virtual kindergarten this week... Thank you for your inspiration..

[@giseledugas7560]

So happy for your son and your family. You had me in tears of emotions and joy!

[@maureenlangerfeld8489]

U wanna dance in the street AND CRY. .. ..go for it! U deserve that and so much more!❤❤❤❤❤

[@bella-bee]

Praise God for his mercy and goodness! That is wonderful wonderful news

[@mariellabarnes8380]

Blessings to your son and to you and his dad. This is such a happy time for you.🙏❤️😂

[@pattijaeger8941]

Just dance as you cry.. Double release. So happy to hear this great news.

[@rufinaperez8500]

Looking forward to "Karen's Quilt Circle." May your blessings keep pouring over you & your family.

[@jslamen]

Your mask videos and the lively mind behind them were my first introduction to you; I now watch your quilt videos even though I don't quilt. I'm on year 15 of my "bonus round" after completing treatments for colorectal cancer in my mid-fifties. No one gave me a hopeful prognosis yet here I am...it has been fifteen years of one-day-at-a-time and I'm writing to say that a "seize the day" approach from this point forward will be a rewarding way to live for all members of your family. Enjoy each day you have: it's all anyone can really count on. Best wishes.

[@yvonneschimmel453]

I am so happy your son is ok. I am a cancer survivor fought it for 14 years and know how hard it is. Now suffering from a brain tumor. Hard trying to focus on learning how to quilt but hanging in there. Stay safe. Thanks for your knowledge in quilts

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

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[@AliceDillon1963]

Such happy news! I cried when you said he was cancer free! My dad was a non-hodgkins lymphoma cancer survivor. So I know what you were going through and how that cancer free feels! God bless you and your family!

[@elizabethmullhall8226]

Dear Karen, I cried when you revealed the wonderful news on your son's results. My dearest bestest friend's daughter has thymoma cancer - inoperable as it's located in her chest cavity between her heart and lung,; she received 25 radiotherapy treatments as this form of cancer doesn't respond to chemo. At the six month review CT scan the tumour hadn't grown any bigger - a good result. However her next 6-month review scan should have been done last January but, due to COVID-19, this was postponed and she is still waiting and now it's September. Good bless all of you, I know the toll waiting takes. Thank you for your wonderful videos. As we say here in Ireland, you're a powerful woman 💖 Much love to everyone.

[@janetregan2382]

So happy for your son and you! As the saying goes, "When you are going through hell, keep going."

[@barbarawiedrich9699]

I just watched this 2 years old video but OMG, I cried like a baby, I am so so happy your son is 100% cancer free. God is good!! New quilter here buying a little at a time as the cost is a bit up there but I know it's a one time investment and should get the best. Thank you so much for being you. You are amazing!!!!

[@antoreg8421]

I'm Italian and I'm sorry my English is so poor. I send you and your family all my love. May God sustain you all and let you know all His love and care

[@hannamaoam1111]

I am soooo happy for you and your son. This has to be the biggest relief in a really long time. I wish you all the best 💚 best wishes from Germany

[@GeekyBobbin]

So relieved Karen!!! 💜💙 I feel tears coming on just from the tension of waiting 10 minutes through this video. I can't imagine. Big distanced hugs to you all 💕

[@annedilworth597]

I’m so happy for your blessed ending. This year has been such an extraordinary challenge calling on strengths I don’t think any of us knew we had.

[@pamstrong8709]

Praise the Lord for your family’s great news!! As a breast cancer survivor, I know very well the joy of receiving that news. We carry on the best we can during a crisis and you did a great job of maintaining your composure in all your videos throughout this journey. What a pleasure to watch you and learn from you...from your quilting knowledge to your strength of character. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻.

[@me2scat]

I am so very glad that your son is 100% cancer free. I know it's been a very stressful time for you, your son and the rest of your family. God bless you all.

[@debhayworth9550]

went through this with my son 10 yrs ago in who was 22 at the time I completely understand what you went though..... glad that quilting helped you get though all of this

[@laurelrauf2869]

So glad that everything turned out well for your son. Such a trying time for your family.

[@JeanetteAC]

Sending prayers, light and love to you and your family 👪 🙏 ❤

[@sueduquemin7119]

So very pleased to hear that your son is now cancer free. I love your videos they really have helped me with my sewing.Sending You a big hug.Take care from Sue ❤️

[@ruthjorgensen3163]

So happy to hear your son is 100% Cancer Free! I know the stress a cancer diagnosis causes and the wonderful sigh of relief when the cancer is gone. You did a wonderful job holding it together through it all. Stay well and do what you enjoy.

[@cathywhite3487]

I am so happy to hear your good news about your son’s recovery.

[@kaybitner1131]

Congrats on your wonderful news. So glad that your son has done so well.

[@emowensby1300]

I'm so glad to hear this! My hubby was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer of the head and neck in 2017. Its crazy how time seems to stand still during chemo and testing. The whole world moves around you, and you're just sitting on the side waiting for the next steps.

[@connie5768]

Hi Karen. I'm a new subscriber and have decided to get back into sewing at age 66. I'm amazed at your quilting skill and creativity. But I wanted to say that I'm so happy for you and your family at hearing the good news that your son is cancer-free. Blessings to you all.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

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[@AmyLouiseDens]

Praise God for the wonderful news of your son's cancer-free diagnosis. So happy for you all!!!!

[@kimlansdown6687]

That is amazing news! Experience tells me there will still be some ups and downs, but enjoy every minute together. Looking forward to your interviews. Take care of yourself as well as everybody else.

[@18jusba]

G'day Karen, I'm sitting here sobbing, for joy for you, your son and family. Thank you for being so honest about how the stress affects everyone. I'm 29.5 years into my cancer journey. But medics had only given me 2 years way back at the start of my journey. I'm still fighting, still on chemo. I'm sending my love and hugs and all things positive. A good cry is healthy, even multiple good cries. Thank you again for all your videos. Regards, Karen in Queensland, Australia. Hugs

[@victoriakesler5949]

Keep on keeping on lady! That's my say for all us cancer fighters. I am 3.1/2 years into my chemo journey. Stage 4 CARLANGIO CARCINOMA liver bile duct. They gave me 2 years but here I am!! Thanks for sharing kazmac. VERY INCOURAGING😀💚

[@18jusba]

@@victoriakesler5949 thanks for replying.. The biggest lessen I've learnt over all years is to really appreciate every day. I've been to wad too many funerals. So every day I find 10 thing that are beautiful and 10 things I'm thankful for. Some days my biggestvthankful moment is being able to get to the toilet in time.other days are much better. But I alwa6s am thankful to be alive, even on majorcpain days when the drips and feed pumps constantly alarm. A moment of joy today was hearing my second youngest grandson whistle through the gap of his first lost tooth. I send you every good wish possible. May you find reasons to smile every day, even if it's through tears. Hugs

[@bethotoole6569]

Victoria Kesler You are a rock star! My mom passed from the same cancer going on 15 yrs ago. Not sure how much it’s changed but back then just diagnosing it was difficult, there was no chance of even treating it. My hope for you is to find the strength to live your life to the fullest each day.

[@do8261]

Crying with happiness for you, your son and your whole family. Woohoo! Much love ongoing xd

[@illawallaroo]

Overjoyed at this good news. I know, as a two-cancer survivor, the awful, awful stress of waiting for results from check-up scans. I am so happy for your family, and may your son one day be able to tell his grandchildren and great-grandchildren his story of cancer in the time of the Great Pandemic.

[@kathyvan9112]

Praise the Lord. I beat the cancer monster 7 years ago and I’m so glad to have Cameron as a member of grateful survivors. Thank you for sharing.

[@clarityjunction]

I am so delighted to hear the news about your son, Karen. Excited to hear about your new Karen's Quilt Circle! Wishing you and your family every best wish x

[@debybryan8058]

My mothers heart is singing for you and your son and family. The best news ever. Thank you for sharing your journey through this difficult time. Looking forward to more of your tips and tricks.

[@pennymiller225]

I can’t imagine what you must all have gone through. I am so very happy to hear that your darling son will be well. X

[@joanslater1163]

Karen thank you for sharing your son and yourself’s journey. It was so very special to me as I was diagnosed with stage four end stage ovarian cancer. I am currently in chemo therapy. I was surfing the net and came across your website as I was looking for something to do as I do not have a hobby and your so very heartfelt story and your wonderful ability to make quilting come alive I nspired me to consider making a quilt. Thank you so much for your professionalism and humour. I will continue to look back on your blog. May you never ever have bad news concerning your son again. Thank you Karen and continue to be a shining star that inspires others.

[@susanlair7281]

Such great news for you & your family. I lost my husband last January to a two year battle with a very aggressive cancer. In that journey of "waiting" I decided to take my sewing to a new level & learn to quilt. I have started out with small mug rug type projects, table runners & wall hangings. I also gathered monthly projects, so now as the weather changes & my granddaughters are in school, I hope to get started. I love your videos as well. Once again CONGRATULATIONS to you & your son. With Love & Prayers! God Bless!

[@sherrifields8313]

I know how you feel. My daughter was diagnosed with cervical cancer. When she was pronounced cancer free, I danced. I cried. I hugged. I am so happy for you and your family!!!

[@kathrynmcclymond9551]

SO happy for you and your son! This is wonderful! And I’m looking forward to Karen’s Quilt Circle. Hooray for this new, bright phase of your life!

[@audreyderby5926]

Prayers for you and your son! As for your quilting, you’re amazing! You must have the "patience of Job!"

[@marilyngandhi8571]

I am really glad your son recovered from lymphoma and I hope he stays in remission ❤❤❤

[@cherten1]

GOD bless you and your Son. May your whole family bask in the joy and peace.

[@lindawhite5006]

Wonderful news! As a parent I can't imagine the anguish you've been going thru! God bless you and all your loved ones.

[@kaif1360]

I am in tears of absolute joy, what a wonderful outcome to this horrendous journey. Hugs to you all especially Cameron he is the star of the show. ❤️

[@luannschomel2642]

Just today I was thinking about your son. It's odd that this evening I got my answer , without having to ask , which would have been very awkward. Thankyou so much for the wonderful News. You send us all so much positive Energy , through your Videos , I like to think of us all sending it , multiplied , back.. 💖

[@caseyjones1794]

That is wonderful news on your son being Cancer free! Such strength you all have to come through this as a strong family. Here's to praying for continued healing.

[@dawndecesare2177]

This struck close to home. I have lost 3 family members to cancer and recently our guild president was dx'd with colon cancer. I am happy to report her numbers are improving and she is almost there. I am beyond happy to hear such good news about your son. I look forward to Karen's Quilt Circle. Continued prayers for you and your family.

[@binkjo]

I’m so happy for you and your family! Blessings and prayers for the future😘

[@Tupelo1957]

Oh, Karen. So much to absorb over a short period of time! And so much to muddle your brain. Blessings and love to you, your son, and your family as you navigate a strange path - and happy dances about your son’s test results! You seem like you’d be my cool next door neighbor and I totally look forward to every single video you make! Enjoy life - breathe freely - and thank our Supreme Being for a healing touch!

[@LM-jd2rr]

Prayers to your Son and your family, my brother went through cancer treatment. I know your journey.Keep your spirits up. God has plans. Your Love shows. Great to hear the great news! Cherish the beautiful life that is ahead Love love love your hexagons. Wish I had that beautiful talent

[@carolentringer8836]

I had not seen this video until today. Celebrating with you! Praising God for healing.

[@joyceabbott4584]

I love crumbs and strips so I started watching this video because it is about all I could really manage this afternoon. I just had my second chemo treatment this morning for stage one Hodgkins Lymphoma so your "waiting for good news" was a real coincidence. In addition to modern medicine, I can't imagine a better medicine than a great hobby like quilting which I've been doing for many years. Prayers for your son's continued good health.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

🤗🤗🤗 my good thoughts are now with your

[@Elementalswirl]

So so glad to hear the good news!! Don’t know how you were so productive during this time. Congrats!

[@margep7362]

CONGRATULATIONS!! And continued wishes for health snd well-being!

[@lauris5708]

This is the best news ever! I'm so happy for you and your family; what a relief it must be to get that great news.

[@sandraedwards9486]

OMG God wants us to be happy and prosper! You and your family are truly blessed! So happy to hear the GREAT news!

[@robynt1673]

So thrilled to hear your son is cancer free! Sending love and prayers for continued good health for you and your family. Happy quilting!