The Joy of Being Jan2025 Since my children came into

Since my children came into the world

and through effort and determination

whispering guidance

This ornament was sewn by a talented seamstress in the deaf women´s sewing workshop

The Joy of Being Jan2025 Since my children came intoHow often do we celebrate the achievements of others? And how often do we pause to celebrate our own? This work is a tribute to everything I have accomplished in my life. From the smallest to the greatest, I have learned that it is essential to be my own encourager. With this piece, I want to convey that we should not wait for someone else to motivate us, love us, or recognize our achievements; that recognition is something we canand shouldgive