I do love a pretty journal. Over the years I have collected and written in many of them. Writing in a journal has gotten me through numerous life struggles and situations. When I’m no longer here, I hope it will be part of the legacy I leave for my children and grandchildren.
On a recent trip to the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC, my husband and I walked around Biltmore Village and perused all the little specialty shops. My favorite was one that specialized in paper and custom pens along with leather journals. I saw the most beautiful Italian leather purple journal. I didn’t really need another journal but it just spoke to me. Of course, I bought it and decided I would save it for something special I wanted to write about.
In January of this year, my third granddaughter was born almost two months premature. As I thought about all she was going through and the struggles she was facing, I remembered the purple journal and knew it was meant for her. This was where I could write her story and tell it through her Nana’s eyes. It has been a joy to fill the pages with my prayers, thoughts, and wishes for her as she grows. I pray it will one day help her to see what a strong, beautiful little girl she is and how much she has encouraged me.
Dear Sarah Elise, this post is for you. Love, Nana
Blessings, Cindy J
Footprints of Hope 