Debbie Futhey - Floral designer at Memories of Home
Christmas Event
October 24-28

Well, here we go! The holidays are fast approaching and do you know what I did? I took four days out of my schedule to go on a little mini vacation. I guess after I read that one of the 10 most wished things older people wish they had done was to take more vacations. Why is it I believe the world will fall apart if I don’t work 8, nine, or 10 hours a day?

So we went on a fast trip with two other of my sons, special friends, and it taught me so much about life. My son’s special friends, as well as he, have distinguishing characteristics of people that are considered “not normal.” I am so glad that they are not normal because they are beautiful people. So many times when we go somewhere with all of them, people stare. It’s OK because sometimes I think they’re wondering how these people like my son and his friends can communicate and connect with “normal “people.

Rest assured, God reminds me every time I am with them that they are the “normal people,” and while they may look different and perform differently at times, God has given these people to all of us, to let us see what a real person’s spirit should be like.
They rarely make fun of people, nor do they see anybody else as different or someone to be ashamed of. They are usually afraid of no one. They make friends with everyone who will pay attention to them.
Maybe that’s why I have always loved elves and their faces. I love to look deep in their eyes. I must confess, when buying my products at market, I always look at the faces of the Christmas characters. Sometimes, some of them look mad or evil, or something on that order. But the ones I buy, I sometimes feel like there’s a story behind the face that the sculptor or the creator has for them. Wouldn’t it be great if we all looked at people like that?

All of these precious people have led me to come to know that what is on the outside, sometimes does not represent what’s on our inside. I would rather know the spirit of a person than just the outside glamour of the person and the glamour of their life.

So, I can’t wait to get back to business, this week. And create items that have a story behind them. Just like each of you.

And boy, do the nativities have a story behind them.

I love you all, and know that when you come into the shop, you each have a story to tell. You have a life that you’ve lived, and you’ve made a difference in the world. I hope Memories Of Home, makes a difference in your world.

Christmas Event
October 24-28

Also don’t forget the event in Springdale Arkansas. Can’t wait to see all of you!

Blessings,
Debbie
Debbie Futhey - Floral designer at Memories of Home