C.H. Spurgeon's Evening Devotional
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"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."-Matthew 5:9
    
    This is the seventh of the beatitudes: and seven was the number of perfection among the Hebrews. It may be that the Saviour placed the peacemaker the seventh upon the list because he most nearly approaches the perfect man in Christ Jesus. He who would have perfect blessedness, so far as it can be enjoyed on earth, must attain to this seventh benediction, and become a peacemaker. There is a significance also in the position of the text. The verse which precedes it speaks of the blessedness of "the pure in heart: for they shall see God." It is well to understand that we are to be "first pure, then peaceable." Our peaceableness is never to be a compact with sin, or toleration of evil. We must set our faces like flints against everything which is contrary to God and His holiness: purity being in our souls a settled matter, we can go on to peaceableness. Not less does the verse that follows seem to have been put there on purpose. However peaceable we may be in this world, yet we shall be misrepresented and misunderstood: and no marvel, for even the Prince of Peace, by His very peacefulness, brought fire upon the earth. He Himself, though He loved mankind, and did no ill, was "despised and rejected of men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief." Lest, therefore, the peaceable in heart should be surprised when they meet with enemies, it is added in the following verse, "Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Thus, the peacemakers are not only pronounced to be blessed, but they are compassed about with blessings. Lord, give us grace to climb to this seventh beatitude! Purify our minds that we may be "first pure, then peaceable," and fortify our souls, that our peaceableness may not lead us into cowardice and despair, when for Thy sake we are persecuted.
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Thursday, September 12, 2013

on PINS and NEEDLES - Day #4




Today is my day for blog hop.  First I'd like to thank Madame Samm our leader and Kristen @ Meadowbrook our cheerleader.  She has kept us all on tack this summer. 
 
This has been one crazy month.  I've been on pins and needles as my baby graduated this summer so after 22 years of being a SAHM I'm now employed outside the home.  What a thing to get use to.  The day after labor day was my first day and boy have I been bogged; hit the ground running.  I need to come up for air and soon.  ;P  I know things will get easier as I get a schedule down but for now I'm treading water to stay afloat. 

At the moment I only have one of my pincushions completed.  
teacup pincushion
The second one sad to say is very incomplete....


I was beginning to make an apple core pincushion that I saw @ Sizzix Blog
Like I said we are very well not done with it.  Sorry


as far as I've gotten....it is still on the sewing machine. 

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56 comments:

  1. LydsfireSeptember 13, 2013 at 12:02 AM

    Nice work! I'm sure you'll find time to finish up the apple pin cushion. I'd be curious to see how it turns out.

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  2. Baa. xxxSeptember 13, 2013 at 12:44 AM

    I like your tea- cup pin cushion. I have spare cups around so I will try it as I have seen a few on the blogs. Can't wait to see the apple core one finished.

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  3. VeraSeptember 13, 2013 at 1:34 AM

    That apple core looks cool! Keep going.

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  4. Heleen GrootSeptember 13, 2013 at 2:30 AM

    How great to hear that you got the job you were interviewing for at the last hop! Congratulations! It must be an enormous shift to make, but you will get used to it eventually and love it all over again. Till then I am sending you good thoughts! Work does tend to cut into your sewing time! Make sure to show of that pincushion when it is finished!

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  5. MaraSeptember 13, 2013 at 2:49 AM

    The apple core one, is very interesting and your tea cup is pretty.

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  6. Marga (MarPie)September 13, 2013 at 3:28 AM

    Love the teacup, but I am always afraid to throw it over and that it will break.

    Warm regards from Holland,
    Marga♥

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  7. ThearicaSeptember 13, 2013 at 5:26 AM

    The teacup pinkeep is precious!

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  8. GillSeptember 13, 2013 at 5:32 AM

    Fabulous pincushion!

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  9. JokeSeptember 13, 2013 at 5:35 AM

    I love your pincushion, the apple core you can show later. Have fun finishing it!

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  10. Marjorie's Busy CornerSeptember 13, 2013 at 6:34 AM

    very nice,,

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  11. Needled MomSeptember 13, 2013 at 6:44 AM

    What a nice pincushion! I can't wait to see the second one too.

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  12. SueSeptember 13, 2013 at 7:00 AM

    Great pincushion. Can't wait to see your second one when it is finished.

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  13. SparkySeptember 13, 2013 at 7:00 AM

    lovely pc and the apple one I bet will be delicious

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  14. krislovesfabricSeptember 13, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    Nice! I think your apple looks like a great start!

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  15. VickieSeptember 13, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    It will be cute as you have a great start !

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  16. DeborahGunSeptember 13, 2013 at 7:34 AM

    pretty tea cup :-)

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  17. StitchinByTheLakeSeptember 13, 2013 at 7:38 AM

    Never fear - you'll get used to it! blessings, marlene

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  18. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioSeptember 13, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    Pretty mug pincushion.

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  19. DebiSeptember 13, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    Lovely teacup pin cushion and great start on the apple core so keep going! Thanks for sharing.

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  20. Carol SwiftSeptember 13, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    I love that pincushion cup and your apple one will be adorable, too, I'm sure. Going back to work after being a stay-at-home mom is tough. Been there, done that! Good luck with your new job!

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  21. Pieced Brain Quilt DesignsSeptember 13, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    Hey, that is so cute! Did you glue it to the cup? Congrats on the new job - I pray you will soon get into a routine and feel comfortable in your new position!

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  22. Just Quilt ItSeptember 13, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    Great cup pincushion! I'll be hitting the thrift store after seeing some of the pincushions on this hop!

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  23. WendySeptember 13, 2013 at 11:45 AM

    Lovely teacup pincushion...

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  24. Rebeckah AustinSeptember 13, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    Cute cup :)

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  25. Terry@ a quilting blogSeptember 13, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    Very nice teacup pincushion...thanks for sharing :)

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  26. Judy BSeptember 13, 2013 at 12:40 PM

    Lovely tea cup pin cushion! Thank you for sharing.

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  27. LyndseySeptember 13, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    Nice pin cushion and the apple core will be great

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  28. Quilting TangentSeptember 13, 2013 at 12:59 PM

    Fun hop.

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  29. vickiSeptember 13, 2013 at 2:06 PM

    I like your teacup and can't wait to see your apple when it is finished. thanks for sharing. vickise at gmail dot com

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  30. MargaretSeptember 13, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    I bet your happy one will turn out great. Thanks for sharing

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  31. CindySeptember 13, 2013 at 6:07 PM

    Cute little pinnie. I almost made the apple core one.
    Hang in there with going to work after being home all those years. Its tough to face empty nest and working at the same time. It will get better.

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  32. DebbySeptember 13, 2013 at 6:19 PM

    Love seeing that tea cup used as a pin cushion. Very nice. I'm sure your apple core project is almost done. Thanks for showing your process today.

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  33. LindaSeptember 13, 2013 at 6:24 PM

    Going back to work after being a SAHM for a while is no small matter! Get your "sea legs" again and then you'll have time for more sewing! Your little tea cup pin cushion is so pretty. I think your apple looks like it will be too!

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  34. Emily CSeptember 13, 2013 at 6:31 PM

    Very cute.

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  35. Jane's QuiltingSeptember 13, 2013 at 6:34 PM

    That is sweet, why can't you make the apple core?

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  36. Siouxzq64@gmail.comSeptember 13, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    Pretty cup and pincushion. I sew relate. Getting my work schedule and having enough energy kind of throws life into a spin at times.

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  37. CreateologySeptember 13, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    Pincushions are so comforting to needles and pins. Yours will be wonderful. Creative Bliss and Great Hop...

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  38. evelynSeptember 13, 2013 at 7:38 PM

    You got one done, don't beat yourself up. Back to work is hard. Give it time, and it will all fall into place.

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  39. maggieSeptember 13, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    I do like that pincushion. I hope that you will show us the apple when its completed!! Looks really cute.
    cheers
    maggie

    maggiemine42@gmail.com

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  40. Amy DeCesareSeptember 13, 2013 at 9:07 PM

    Good luck in your new job! I'm transitioning, too, so I know how you feel. You will be fine, using sewing to relax when there is some time. I like the teacup pinnie so much, and the apple one is going to be awesome!

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  41. legato1958September 13, 2013 at 10:14 PM

    Such pretty colors in your teacup pincushion. I looked at the link for the apple core.... it's gonna be a cute one!

    Susie

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  42. JanaramaSeptember 13, 2013 at 10:24 PM

    Very pretty teacup pincushion. Your apple core pincushion will be adorable when finished.

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  43. janSeptember 14, 2013 at 1:43 AM

    I love your teacup pincushion. Good luck in your job. I can't wait to see your apple core . I need to look that one up. I hope you have a nice relaxing weekend.
    xo jan@sewandsowfar.

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  44. Sunshine GirlSeptember 14, 2013 at 9:57 AM

    I love the teacup cushion - good luck in your new job, it is difficult finding time to fit it all in isn't it! Enjoy the apple core one too. Thanks for sharing and sorry I am late visiting.

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  45. AudreySeptember 14, 2013 at 9:23 PM

    Thanks for sharing your tea cup pin cushion. Very nice. Best wishes as you find a rhythm in the work world. Transitions are not easy but you will do well.

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  46. Britt-IngerSeptember 15, 2013 at 2:23 PM

    Thanks for sharing your pincushion.

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  47. Linda CSeptember 15, 2013 at 5:15 PM

    No need to apologize---you got one done and the other is started. The change in routine will take some adjustment and carving out some sewing time here and there may be one of the things to make time for. You can get a lot done in 15 minutes, amazingly.

    The teacup IS lovely.

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  48. LouSeptember 15, 2013 at 5:29 PM

    Your teacup pincushion is so sweet! Great job!
    I have left projects on the machine like that before:) Too funny!!!

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  49. LJSeptember 15, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    How well I remember returning to work after several years hiatus; it's tough getting used to the whole business!! You'll catch on, I'm sure. The teacup pincushion is so sweet and will be a joy to use. Your apple is more than an idea so 'pat yourself on the back' for gathering supplies and starting the sewing process.

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  50. DeAnna September 15, 2013 at 8:28 PM

    Cute tea cup pincushion. Don't worry, you will get into a routine and get everything done. Thanks for sharing.

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  51. Heidi [Banks of Frog Creek]September 15, 2013 at 9:33 PM

    Your apple cushion will be lovely when finished; I hope you get some nice, relaxing, sewing time soon!

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  52. Deb@asimplelifequiltsSeptember 16, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    This happens to all of us... hope you find the time to finish it up. New routines are exhausting!

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  53. Bente-I like to QuiltBlogSeptember 16, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    Cute pincushion, thank you for sharing!

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  54. carlaSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    Hi!!! Very pretty tea cup pinnie!!! Thank You

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  55. RobinSeptember 17, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    That's a great way to reuse a teacup!

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  56. SandySeptember 17, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    Good luck with your new job. Take time, sometimes only a few minutes at a time, for yourself....it is worth it.

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