Spiritual - What we celebrate at Christmas is the incarnation of Jesus. That opened the floodgates of grace to be able to live virtuous lives. In order for us the be virtuous or "do good actions", virtues must be practiced consistently and with proper disposition. The more we practice them, the sooner that become habitual or a way of life that builds and identifies our character. Our church, as well as early philosophers identified four that have been labeled "cardinal" -, fortitude (moral courage), justice(give God and our neighbor what is his due), prudence (right judgment), and temperence (self-control). Lord, please help me develop and improve these virtues so that I can give glory to you and that I may bring happiness and peace to myself and those around me. Amen.
Sewing - This year Jennie chose a silk taffeta reproduction of a Crewcut dress for Audrie and a smocked bishop for the baby. I found a beautiful light grey (silver) silk taffeta from Fabric.com. It took awhile to decide what smocking pattern and silk ribbon colors to use on Gigi's dress, but all was finally decided and the smocking began. Gigi's dress was easy compared to Audrie's. Several patterns in my stash went together to get the pattern needed to copy the Crewcut dress. Next, I made a muslin to fit her. Finally, the dress was completed and the underskirt was started. I made the underskirt separate and with several "growth" tucks so she could wear it with other dresses later. I'm happy with the results. Gigi got a hair clip and paci clip, too!
