January 18, 2016 - Monday in Nauvoo

We had a marvelous P-day today.  It was very cold this morning, so our walk had to take place late this afternoon.  We were up and enjoying our morning devotional and prayers by 5:30am.  I was able to workout for 30 minutes while mom was getting ready in the bathroom.  We had our breakfast and then we were off to Keokuk for our grocery shopping for the week.

Mom and I left the house at just a little past 8:00am, and the temperature was about 2 degrees.  The skies were somewhat clear as we were leaving, so the hope of the sun coming out was optimistic.  It did come out, and it warmed up to 17 degrees, and that gave us the opportunity for the afternoon walk.

Our shopping trip took less than two hours, so we were able to make the 10:00am temple session today.  The temple had a special Monday opening because of the holiday, so we were excited to go on our P-day.  We were the witness couple today and the session was mostly attended by missionaries from the Iowa, Des Moines Mission.  We were back home by 12:15pm.  And this afternoon was relaxing and we kept warm in the house.

I can't help but get a little excited about these hats I am knitting for the grandchildren.  My first hat left the Nauvoo Post Office last Thursday for Maddie.  She has the first birthday of the year.  Anna is next and Bobby comes right after her.  I have Anna's done and will probably start Bobby's tonight.  

It is amazing to me that this "new found talent" is blossoming.  When we are faced with stretching ourselves here in Nauvoo, we are getting better at giving it a Nephi answer - yes!  I can!  Mom will have some additional training this Wednesday in her quilting interest.  Sister Skinner has taken her under her wing to help her learn some new skills.  

So when the opportunity presents itself to learn something new, take it!  It may be one of the best decisions you will make.  Knitting hats and making quilts not only benefits mom and I in learning new skills, but it will make some precious family heads and bodies a little more cozy!