day five of the twelve days of Christmas ornament swap

At this point in the swap, I am really beginning to feel so very humbled to be a part of it all...and to realize just how beautiful these ladies really are.

Little did I know that Melissa David lives just down the road from me.

Well, actually on the other side of the county, 
but living anywhere in Texas makes her a sister =)
But way more than any of that, Melissa has a beautiful spirit, 

which sweetly manifested itself into this most awesome ornament.

 "My refuge ~ God's feathers"

 It's actually a little "winged" book, made of multiple layers of netting, cheese cloth, vintage lace, felt, muslin and organza.
A tiny stitched pillow dangles gently on top, and just below the vintage mother of pearl button that holds the winged layers together so perfectly.
Within the wings Melissa has attached words from two passages in the Bible that she held close to her heart during a difficult time this past year.

Pain often results in beauty, and it is here where I say 
Amen.

What a story of faith.  What a story of surrender.

What a story.
Thank you Melissa, for being an inspiration.  
Thank you for such a beautiful ornament.
I will cherish it always.