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   cy991 | Feb 25, 2003 03:30am | #1

   Beautifully written article.. Thank you for posting it !

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   Tish | Feb 25, 2003 03:14pm | #2

   I'm a big Jean Marie fan also.  I post links to her column in the gardening forum, Over The Fence, occasionally.  When is she going to release her book?

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   JeanetteR | Feb 26, 2003 04:40am | #3

   Thanks for posting this column.  I like the summing-up sentiments; that we are connected to others by our sewing.  As a new member to this forum, it is delightful to meet with other like-minded people.  As an at-home mother, it is opening up my world.  Jeanette

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   paddlersal | Feb 27, 2003 05:00pm | #4

   Good Morning, Joress,  I just finished reading the "Washington Post" article you reccommended.  Thank you!  It was somehow affirming to be reminded that sewing has been a natural response in other's homes.  The author, Jeanne Marie Laskas, found a portion of herself in the act of shortening those pants.  I can't imagine her not doing some sewing in the future.  I too have memories of mom who was a sewing instructor (taught for Singer) and of summers sewing with a cousin and sister.  First item was a royal blue circular skirt (no pattern required),  with an hem that went on and on and on!   

   Like Jeanne Marie, function and need have often been the impedus for sewing.  I am glad you shared this article!  Think I'll go make some applesauce and play in the sewing room! 

   Sally (wolf)