Monday, December 27, 2010
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Blessing #26
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Blessing #25
On this square is a photo of the national flower of Chile, the copihue. On it July writes...
"For you this beautiful promise: Then he taught me and said to me, 'Let your heart hold fast my words; keep my commandments and live.' Proverbs 4:4
With love, Tito, July and children"
On this square is the Chilean coat of arms. On the coat of arms it says, "By Reason or Strength" which is part of the Chilean national anthem, as well. On this square July wrote the words from Psalm 4:8:
"In peace I will both lie down and sleep, for You alone, O LORD, make me to dwell in safety."
These are beautiful reminders of my childhood in Chile. One day we hope to take Sophia to visit!
Blessing #24
This adorable penguin fabric is from Sophia's grandmother, Gail Christian, who has collected penguins for as long as I can remember (she's my mom!). Here is what she writes:
"My Special Blessing for Sophia -
Sophia, my blessing for you is based on a special blessing in the Bible (Numbers 6:24-26)...
'The Lord bless you and keep you' (in the womb and throughout your life).
'The Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you' (The Lord knows you before you are born and knows your every need.)
'The Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace' (We want you to be part of the 'godly seed' that our daughter and her husband seek to raise for the Lord.) (Malachi 2:15)"
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Blessing #23
"Dearest Sophia,
My wish for you is that so far in your life you have known much happiness, love and joy. My wish for your future is that you continue to know these things, along with the knowledge that with God's love anything is possible. Also having faith and hope in your heart, will help you to better understand and accept God's plans for you.
The square I gave you is red and has teapots with the saying, 'Cup of Kindness' on it. I've always enjoyed tea and I also collect teapots. I find that in my quiet moments alone, sipping my tea, I feel much closer to God. I like to take this time to listen to what He has planned for me. Sophia, make sure you take time. Have faith and hope; He'll always be there.
Blessings,
Mary A. Willaughley"
Blessing #22
"May God bless you. Have a good life.
Lloyd G. Egbert"
Thanks, Lloyd, for joining us on this endeavor! Blessings to you, too!
Blessing #21
Here is the note that accompanied the fabric:
"God made you special, Sophia! You are unique, just like the bees and flowers. Our fabric is some from our great-grandma. Maybe someday we can play together.
Love,
Emma & Rebekah Sweger
Psalm 139"
Thank you Emma and Rebekah (and Mom and Dad!) for such a special blessing for Sophia...I'm sure she will love to get together for play dates with you!