I have started hand finishing the binding on my quilts again. Not only because it looks better, but because it gives me an opportunity to pray for the person who will receive the quilt. This one I am making is for a very dear friend's baby. As I stitch, I pray for as yet unborn Annabelle Rose. I pray that she grows close to God's heart. I pray for her body; that she enjoys good health. I pray for her spirit; that she grows into a Godly young woman. I pray for her future husband; that he follows God's own heart. I pray for her parents; that they will enjoy each and every moment that they are blessed to spend with Annabelle. I pray that they raise her up, knowing that there are loving friends praying for them along the way.