wrapped in love..

Today, Josh and I received a package. When he told me over the phone of the package waiting with my name on it, I was instantly curious. After asking about the package, who from, etc. I still had no clue what the package could be. So, I called my mom. I figured if a family member was sending a package, they'd called her for the address. Turns out, my Grandma had give my mom the tracking number to the package she had just put in the mail for my Tuesday! After learning this tid-bit of info, I knew exactly what it was! MY QUILT! My Grandma makes a quilt for each grandchild when they get married. Grandma started mine sometime in 2007, during the time of m engagement, after I'd picked out colors for our home. So, a little over a year after I'm married.. here it is!! Better late than never, and I'd rather have this quilt than most things anyone could give me! My Grandma is my hero, and this quilt is just a small token of her love, a little reminder that I am wrapped in her love on a daily basis. What a reminder that is of how Christ has wrapped us in HIS love! The quilt has an "enscription" on the bottom:

Jackie + Josh ~(^)~ March 29 2008

..the funky symbol is my attempt at the flower between our names and our wedding date. Wow, what a gift!

bittersweet..

A week ago a wonderful, God-fearing woman went home to be with the Lord. Though my heart is sad, I rejoice in knowing that I will see her again one day. DeAnna was diagnosed with cancer in 2004, and had been in remission twice since then. The fall of 2008, she was diagnosed with cancer again. She had a tumor removed, and was sent to Indiana for an aggressive treatment. Upon her return, her doctors informed her that her body was not responding to treatment and that this cancer was going to be terminal. She took this news with grace, and Praised the Lord that she would have some more time with her family and friends. I have never experienced such unwavering faith. DeAnna was a true inspiration. I am proud to call her friend, and mostly, my sister in Christ.