I'm stitching Cheri Payne's Baskets of Plenty #5.
Did I ever mention how much I love and look forward to Sunday, the Sabbath? I love going to church where I worship, renew covenants, learn more about Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, and interact with other like-minded people. I also love laying aside the usual work and play of the week: cleaning, shopping, laundry, eating at restaurants, and most other daily activities, including cutting and sewing quilts. It is a joy to rest, to read, to work on family history, to write letters, to remember my Savior, and (maybe) to slow stitch when listening to uplifting talks or music. I think of Sundays as a time to refuel both my body and spirit, to rest and rejuvenate. I hope you have a restful day today.
I'm linking this post to Slow Sunday Stitching at Kathy's Quilts. Thanks for hosting, Kathy.
--Nancy.
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What you said about the Sabbath really speaks to my heart. Thank you for saying it so well. I really like the plaid you've used for this basket.
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DeleteI appreciate your testimony and thank you for using your blog for more than just stitching. I, too, put my quilting aside on Sunday. I was hand quilting on my first Civil War quilt about 2002. My husband was out of town and I only had an 11 yr old son to take care of. One Sunday I decided to quilt for a few hours since I had no other demands. I worked hard and was pleased to see my progress. BUT, the rest of the week my hands ached terrible because they hadn't had a chance to rest. It was a testimony to me that every part of my body needs a day of rest.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your experience and sweet testimony, Robin. Isn't it amazing how Heavenly Father teaches us?!
DeleteNice stitching--and beautiful words.
ReplyDeleteI, too, don't quilt on Sunday, unless I choose to do some hand work while DH catches the late news before he goes to bed (the only TV of the day, besides the Mormon Tabernacle Choir broadcast).
I love the time at church, and the afternoon preparing dinner with sacred music playing in the background. About a dozen family members gather for dinner in the early evening and we spend the time enjoying each other's company. It is a day of renewal, physically and spiritually.
Thank you, Janet. It is wonderful to have that rest, renewal, and interaction with loved ones on Sundays.
DeleteHope you had a wonderful day of relaxing stitching!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kathy. It was a restful and peaceful day.
DeleteThanks for hosting Slow Sunday Stitching every week. I don't always join but I appreciate knowing I can and seeing what others are working on.
I hope that you enjoyed your stitching...I often stitch while listening to this or that spiritual teacher online on youtube : )
ReplyDeleteHi, Deb. It was just a little stitching but it was a pleasant and joyful day.
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