A Sewing Fool Named Jen: January 2011

Friday, January 14, 2011

I'm YOUR Aunt Jenny

I know that Amy just recently blogged about this but I don't think it's a coincidence that about a week ago I was filling inspired to do the same. I have been an Aunt for more than half of my life - this happens when you have an 8 year difference between you and your next oldest sister. To say that I adore my nieces and nephews would be a slight understatement. I feel a strong responsibility towards them, as their Aunt Jenny. I want them to know that I love them, I accept them as they are. I hope they know that they can talk to me that they can count on me. I want them to know that I pray for them by name and they are in my thoughts always. More importantly I want them to know that I have a testimony. I know that I have a Heavenly Father that loves me and that I am HIS daughter. I have had rough patches in my life and I have carried that knowledge with me and it has given me the strength to make it through.

My parents are expecting their 30th grandchild! My Holyoak parents have 12 grandchildren. What a legacy. What a responsibility.

Last Sunday I was set apart as the Young Womens President in my ward and I have felt an overwhelming feeling of love for the Youth of the Church. My thoughts really have been turned to them and the things that they are facing and how they are standing strong against it all. I admire them and their desire to do what is right.

This is what I would say to you if you were here in front of me: Don't be so hard on yourself, have fun, date (alot), go to church, listen to your parents -they love you, call your Aunt Jenny & when you see her squeeze her up, don't wory about it so much - it will work out for your good, your Heavenly Father has a plan for you - stick with him - he wants to help you but you have to ask. I love you! I always have! OHHH and listen to this song please. Mmm-kay then thats all!

Big Big Love and Smooches

Aunt Jenny