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Creativity

I wouldn't call myself creative on any level.   I actually tell persons I'm the only one in my family that didn't get a tactile kind of creativity.  My dad works with his hands, he's able to see beautiful items and shapes out of the trees that surround us.  My mom has always been able to take simple things and create a variety of items from beautiful boxes to handkerchief blankets.  My oldest sister is an artist at heart, she has always been able to see shapes, colors and textures and put them all together. My twin sister is one that takes a house and creates a home with beautiful colors, hand sewn drapery,  and warm touches.   When I describe myself I always say that everyone in my family has a creative spirit.  Then I have quietly (as if it's not as creative or note worthy enough) add that my creativity comes out in my preaching.   Today I got to spend the entire day with Emma.  We were working on creating some Christmas presents for the cousins an