My middle daughter plans to send out Christmas cards this year with a photo of a new addition. The baby should arrive (a few weeks early) by the end of November. To accommodate my daughter's vision for her Christmas cards, I followed this pattern for the stocking, and a modified version of this pattern for the hat. Both worked up very quickly; I completed the set in a couple of evenings while watching TV. Since the baby hasn't arrived yet, I had to use a doll as a model for this post's photo.
Thanks for prenatal care and the innocence of babies.

A western bluebird, sitting at the base of a house window, looks inside Thanks (1) to those who have sent well-wishes for my mom's recovery. Her wrist is healing up nicely. I met a friend from high school for lunch this past week. It was so nice to have a chance to visit with her for a couple of hours. She is one of those friends who it doesn't matter how much time has passed, we can pick right back up into meaningful conversations. Lunch ended all too soon, but I'm so thankful (2) for her, and I'm thankful (3) that she reminded me of the importance of reaching out to others. Being in my parents' home this week, visiting with a long-time (I'm not saying old!) friend, and with Mother's Day tomorrow, my mind naturally reflects upon the women in my life. I'm thankful (4) for an incredible mom--a gentle woman who taught and loved and guided us (and still does.) I'm thankful (5) for grandmas who were different in their personalities but united in their...

It is just lovely! What a cute picture that will make. Congratulations on the new arrival. I hope she has a fast and easy delivery with a healthy baby!
ReplyDeleteIt's as cute and it can be and will be delightful for the family Christmas photo.
ReplyDeleteI can see you're in full on grandma mode now ;) It won't be long until you get to hold your sweetheart, what a wonderful day that will be!
ReplyDeleteHow precious! Thanks for sharing.
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You're even more talented than I already realized! She should love it!
ReplyDeleteThat is so adorable, Kristi! I hope you will share the "real deal" when the baby arrives!
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