A new friend had lost her mom and asked me to make something special out of a piece of her clothing. She suggested a bear or "something she could hug." Sounded perfect and I had just the right pattern.
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In order to satisfy an English class project in high school I purchased a pattern and made a Winnie the Pooh. I no longer have the bear, but was sure to keep the pattern.
The plan for it, in my 15 year old head, was to someday make teddy bears for my grandchildren. That was 50 years ago, and I have been able to do just that for the many grands we have as well as some other special little people.
But this time, the fragile old pattern would turn out something different and much more meaningful.
So, with great respect for what I was getting ready to do, I began pinning the pattern pieces to the robe before I prayerfully cut it out. This was a once in a lifetime project. I needed to get it right!
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Slowly but surely, the huggable stuffy came together. One piece at a time, one prayer at a time...
A face went on her and she began to look much more lovable
All that was left was to stuff her and put her ribbon on.
But when I started the project, my hope was to save the top half of the robe for something special.
My friend wanted something she could hug. I wanted to do something that would hug her back. So I was able to save the top half of the robe to finish off as a jacket for her to wear when she felt like she needed a mama hug in return. And it worked out perfectly.
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Mama Bear and her matching jacket
I'm so thankful that my new friend gave me this opportunity! While ultimately, it is the Lord Who brings comfort, this small token can serve as a physical reminder of a sweet relationship.
May your favor comfort me,
according to the word of your servant.
May your compassion come to me
so that I may live.
For your law is my delight.
Psalm 119:76-77
