#49

(wish coming from Mom mom and Pop-pop)

#43, 44, 45, 46, 47, and 48

Dear Grace, We are so happy we got to be your neighbors for at least a little while, and we want you to remember us always. This fabric of Seattle is to remind you of your friends that moved to the Northwest, and hope you come and visit us. You and your family are always welcome in our home.
Love, Mr. Kraynak


Dear Grace Katya, I have never known a baby girl who was so longed for. All of your family and friends anxiously awaited your arrival, but no one waited more patiently than your mom, dad and two big brothers, Nate and Aidan. I chose this fabric because it represents the greatest gift that you and your family have given to each other. My wish is that you live life as a princess in your own fairytale filled with many happily ever afters!
Lots of Love and Hugs, Mrs. Kraynak


Grace, As your life continues to fill with happiness, love and surprises, always remember the light and joy you have brought into this world. We love you, Grace!
Your friend always, Emily


Dear Grace, Let this fabric bring wishes to you and comfort too! I hope this quilt brings happiness to you.
Love, your friend, Julia Kraynak


Dear Grace, I hope you have a lot of fun with Aidan and Nate! I picked this fabric because red is my favorite color. Maybe it will be yours too someday.
Your friend, Adam Kraynak


Dear Grace, I hope you will have a wonderful life and may all your wishes come true. I chose this fabric because I love orange and I hope you enjoy the color too.
Your friend, Luke Kraynak

#41 & #42

You may think that the footprints remind me how you never stop moving, but that’s not what they mean.


life is a journey

our lives were incomplete
before the day we met you
our meeting was fortuitous
the paths that God had drew

it was clear from the beginning
finding you was no mistake
we were meant to be together
a complete family we now make

your life will be a journey
it will take you all around
your family will always be here for you
no greater love can be found

sometimes you will have company
sometimes you are on your own
you leave a lasting imprint of yourself
in everyone you know

the footprints are the impressions you leave
in the lives of those you touch
no matter where life brings you
you will be loved so very much

so remember to tread gently
the marks can’t be erased
all that you say and do
in everything you face

we will always be there for you
through thick and through thin
our doors are always open
you need only to walk in





Dear Grace,

There was such a great amount of support in the long journey to bring you home. Family, neighbors, and friends, they were all there for us the whole time and they met us at the door when we finally arrived with you. It would have been much more difficult to make it through the adoption process without all of the support and love from those around us. You were loved by all of us before we even met you. There will be difficult times in your life and we will not always be around to tell you. But, I want you to remember that we will always love you just the same. You have a special place in all of our hearts.

Love,
Dad

#40

This fabric is from our friends, Bryon, Karen and Keith Johnston.
May this quilt always make you feel wrapped in the warmth and love one feels when hugged by a a "beary" special friend.

#38 and #39

I went shopping for fabric for me to to give to Grace. I had a difficult time deciding :)


We love the way you play princess! You dance around with a dress and a wand and proclaim, "I'm beautiful" or "I'm a princess". I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!
I pray you always know how beautiful you are, especially on the inside!!!


I chose this fabric because it's bright colors made me think of Grace.
May you always have the bright spirit and energy you have now! You are such a happy, cheerful little girl. Never lose that!
I hope you always stop to enjoy the birds's singing and know that you are capable of soaring to new heights!
Love you to the moon and back! Mommy