09.04.08
Helen Kelley
The shocking news finally reached me today that Helen Kelley, a quilt columnist for Quilter’s Newsletter magazine, passed away on
September 1, 2008. I don’t believe anyone can adequately replace her. She had a knack of telling stories, and it seems that some of the most outlandish things happened to her.
I realize that she was 80, but who counts numbers when someone continues to be as productive as Helen. I met her one time only and enjoyed her company over dinner. I am so glad that she was inducted into the Quilter’s Hall of Fame while she was able to enjoy the fact.
As I’ve said, again and again, it is always later than we think. Where is the lesson in all this, you say? My advice is to make the most of every day because truly, our days, hours, and minutes are numbered.
Make your quilts, make your beds, make your babies. There no time like the present to fully live today.
There are various sites to learn more about Helen, her quilts, her books, and more. Just do a Google search. She was a classy lady and one who will be sorely missed by many.
Patricia Cummings
