Baby Sweater

 

My best friend’s daughter is having a baby. I can’t let this occasion go by without making something for the baby. I have leftover yarn from my sweater (finished picture will be posted later) that was perfect for this special person’s baby. I looked through several patterns before deciding to make this cute cap sleeved sweater that I was going to make my niece 7 years ago but couldn’t figure out how to follow the pattern. This was the perfect time to figure it out. Thankfully, it was very easy to follow this time because I have grown a lot in this craft. I would have to say I am ver pleased with the results. All I have left to do is sew on the buttons and ship it out. I hope the parents like it as much as I do. 

My Mentors

I like to surround myself with people who help me be a better person. There are a few people that I admire and want to emulate in one way or another. 

I have a very outgoing friend that includes everyone and helps take me out of my comfort zone. I walk with her once a week when she is not traveling which is completely in my comfort zone, and I appreciate that she accepts this part of me. She also threw a tea party and let me cohost a bit. It was fun to set up and take down, and I actually enjoyed interacting with a larger group of people. She has also invited me on girls’ trips with her friends that I don’t know well. It’s a bit nerve racking for me, but the way she includes everyone makes it more comfortable. I want to be the kind of person that makes people comfortable when they are nervous. 

My former mother in law is someone I wish I was around more often. She and my former father in law are some of the best people I have ever known. She smothered me when I needed it the most. They see the good in everyone. They have been known to invite people to dinners that need support in one way or another. I want to be the kind of person that sees the good in people and is willing to help when needed. 

I have had many people through the years that have provided service to me in one way or another. There was the lady who did my laundry after I had Eric and was struggling to get around. Another took Noel at least once  a week fir the afternoon when I worked the graveyard shift and was told I couldn’t put her in daycare. Then there was a couple that dropped everything when I was in the hospital. I hope I am stepping up like these people at least a bit. 

Of course, I can’t forget my best friends (other than my husband and daughter). One has been my friend longer than anyone outside my family. She supported me through my divorce, encourages me when I need it, and makes time for me when she comes to town. The other stepped up as my mental health declined during the pandemic accepting that what I needed most was human contact. We had lunches in heated tents at restaurants for a few months and continued through the phases of them reopening once a month and continue to make this a priority. I want to be known as the type of friend that prioritizes others’ needs. 

I know I am not perfect, but I also know I am a better person than I was before these people were in my life. I will continue to learn from other people traits that I want to embrace. 

The Wedding

 

My best friend’s daughter got married today in the Payson Temple. It was a wonderful ceremony! I love the special spirit in the temple, and witnessing a couple be married for eternity makes it even better. 

The reception that really nice. The decorations were beautiful! The food was fun (fruit skewers, pretzels and stuff, and cupcakes), and the dancing was fun. They are such a cute couple, and I feel so honored and blessed to be invited to share in this wonderful day!

Happiness in One Picture

My best friend sent me this picture of our girls together. It looks like Noel was about 2. I’m guessing it was the summer. That summer our families spent a lot of time together as my friend and I worked out at least once a week at my house and we met for play groups in the park on a regular basis. This picture brings back so many good memories. It is hard to believe so much has happened since that summer, but I am so thankful for all of the happiness this picture brings to me.