For the Lord taketh pleasure in his people

"Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows." Matthew 10:29-31

Our Father in heaven values each one of us uniquely.
"For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvelous are thy works; and that

my soul knoweth right well. My substance was not hid from thee, when I was made in secret, and curiously wrought in the lowest parts of the earth. Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them." Psalm 139:13-16

My body is a marvelous creation. I am My Father's pride and joy. Since He created me, He knows me very well and finds joy, pleasure, and satisfaction in my uniqueness.

I think I might know a little of how God feels. When each of my children were born, the joy I felt was immeasurable. Surely all mothers everywhere feel this joy. But my babies were uniquely mine. Each one of the was special and distinct in their own way.
"For the Lord taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation." Psalm 149:4

"For he knoweth our frame; he remembereth that we are dust." Psalm 103:14

God's level of involvement is quit high in each of our lives. This brings me great comfort. He really does care if I become the woman of my dreams, for they are His dreams.
" But the very hairs of your head are all numbered." Matthew 10:30

Each hair of my head is a small matter. If He cares for such a small matter, He must care immensely about the important things in my live.

"The Lord thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing." Zephaniah 3:17

Peace is the feeling I get knowing that my Father in Heaven joys over me with singing. When my children were small, I sang to them many times. We loved singing together. When they bagged for another song, I often chose I am a Child of God. The line'...has given me an earthly home with parents kind and dear...' gave me such hope. I so wanted them to grow up to love and cherish their mother, as I cherish my Father.

What qualities and characteristics make me unique? I am very petite with brown hair near to black (now graying). My eyes are distinct in their hazelness. I am very fair (my Irish/English/Welsh roots) but can tan to a deep, nut brown (my Native American roots) if out in the sun. I love children and homemaking. Playing music, reading, writing, teaching, cooking, sewing, walking, and gardening are my favorite activities. I start each day sipping cocoa and reading God's word, dressed in an old-fashioned nightgown. I surround myself with memories of my family and of bygone days. I love flowers, long hair, and feminine attire. After I die, I want to hear the words, "Well done good and faithful servant. Thous hast embraced faith, hope, and charity for thy life's work and succeeded. Thou hast allowed trials and the Atonement to change you from rough coal into a brilliant diamond."

This week my goals include: calling on God to help me win over my tendency to become offended and procrastinate, visit Emily and Family--to serve them in any way I can, and have a leisurely chat with God upon retiring to bed nightly.

I am special to my Father in Heaven and Jesus Christ, because the scriptures tell me this is so. Jesus Atoned for my sins and weaknesses, making it possible for me to come off victor in this life. There are times when I feel His presence so powerfully, such as last Saturday at the Temple. I know He cares about my life, my feelings, and my success.