Grace

Along with my list of 57 Things Bbefore 57 I have chosen a statement for myself for the coming year.  Usually I choose a word and try to go by that.  However, this statement resonated with me

"I will hold myself to a standard of grace - not perfection."

I had to do a little research on the meaning of grace.

As a Christian I have a very basic understanding of the grace that comes from God.   And am thankful for His grace and the comfort it provides me.

But the grace referred to in the quote is more like an "ease and suppleness of movement or bearing"(thank you Merriam-Webster.)  Or maybe as Webster says "elegance and beauty of movement or expression."   However, I think the best definition for me is "elegance or beauty of form, manner, motion, or action" per Random House Webster's College Dictionary.

I know that perfection or striving for perfection can be paralyzing for me.  I get defeated by thinking that if I can't do it perfectly it's best not to even start.  Striving for elegance or beauty of form, manner, motion, or action - I think I can do that.  It provides a new way for me to think about what I'm doing.

Tonight is our Fab Four party.  The Fab Four, previously the Fab Five, are four stitchers that get together for stitching, food, road trips, and most importantly to laugh.  I value these ladies more than words can say. I have known these ladies longer then I have know my Baby Girl who is 21.  We have been friends for many, many years.   I am looking forward to our time together tonight.  

Tomorrow I will post a picture of my gift to the ladies.

Keep on Stitching!