Mama knows... the greatest gift she can share is her faith.
Mama prays... tiny open hands will grow into big, open hearts. 
See Colossians 2:6-7

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Mama knows…the greatest gift she can share is her faith. Mama prays…tiny open hands will grow into big, open hearts. See Colossians 2:6-7 Sculpted from the painting "Here's the Church," portraying the artist's cousin, Graham, with his girlfriend for that week, Mary Katherine.
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Mama sings... as the children follow with the motions: "Jesus" touching both palms. "Loves" a squeezing hug. "Me" tiny fingers on the heart. Mama's comfort... that "little ones to Him belong" ...and BIG ones, too! See John 3:16

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Mama sings… as the children follow with the motions: “Jesus” touching both palms. “Loves” a squeezing hug.  “Me” tiny fingers on the heart. Mama’s comfort… that “little ones to Him belong” …and BIG ones, too!  See John 3:16  Sculpted from the painting “Jesus Loves Me,” portraying the grandchildren of a church friend.
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Mama longs…for her child to talk with her Heavenly Father.  Mama teaches…even when you’re small, God listens earnestly to every word, He protects you through the night, and He adores you always. See Luke 11:2-4  Sculpted from the painting “Little Light of Mine," inspired by an early 1940s black and white photograph of the artist's older cousin, Meredith. The doll is handmade by the artist's beloved mother-in-law.
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Mama longs...for her son to talk with his Heavenly Father. Mama teaches...even when you're small, God listens earnestly to every word, He protects you through the night, and He adores you always. See Luke 11:2-4 Sculpted from the painting "Listen Up," portraying a friend from the artist's church.
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Mama prays... always, always. Mama's grateful... ‘cause it's through God's grace that her family is blessed. See Psalms 106:1  Sculpture is based on "A Lesson in Grace," a painting portraying the artist's neighbors, David and Katelyn.
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Mama cheers…”you can do it,” for she knows the early years are a dress rehearsal for the future.  Mama prays… that, through her encouragement, her child will learn to believe in herself through every stage of life.  See Psalms 71:5-6  Sculpture is based on "Butterflies," a painting portraying the dress worn by daughters of the artist in their first recital. She remembers the importance of helping her children overcome the "Butterflies" in their tummies.
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Mama’s grateful…for the giving nature of Santa. Mama prays… Santa’s example will help her children know  that Christmas is the celebration of the Supreme Giver’s perfect gift to the world…Emanuel! See Luke 2:6-15 Sculpted from the painting “Night Watch,” portraying Kathy's daughters proudly modeling their lovely hand-sewn pajamas from their granny.
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Mama knows…God promises spiritual gifts to all His children. Mama prays…her child will draw on these "purr-fect" gifts and use them to God's glory. See 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Sculpted from the painting "Drawing Closer," portraying Hannah, a young friend Kathy taught in church.
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Mama smiles... chores are not punishment; they're good for you! Mama knows... a bucket of chores today prepares a responsible caretaker for tomorrow.  See Proverbs 22:6  Sculpted from the painting "Doin' Chores," portraying Josh, a friend of the artist.
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Mama repeats over and over…do your homework! Mama's reasons…homework cultivates the blooming of knowledge, and wisdom bears its fruit. See Proverbs 20:15 Sculpted from the painting "Education is the Key to Success," portraying Conner, a neighbor of the artist.
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Mama repeats over and over…do your homework! Mama's reasons…homework cultivates the blooming of knowledge, and wisdom bears its fruit. See Proverbs 20:15 Sculpted from the painting "Education is the Key to Success," portraying Kristen, a neighbor of the artist.
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Mama's spirit...bubbles over with joy during backyard play. Mama knows...that today's play shapes tomorrow's memories. See John 15:11-12 Sculpted from the painting “Bubble Trouble,” portraying friends of the artist as they make memories in the artist’s backyard
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Mama admires... that God's hand paints each leaf. Mama marvels…for God's love forms each child. See Psalms 139:13-16 Sculpted from the painting “No Two are Alike,” portraying Ali, a precious cousin of the artist.
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Like a rain's pitter patter, Mama repeats... share, share, share. Mama knows... a sharing nature will weather the storms of life and help her children shine.  See Hebrews 13:16  Sculpted from the painting "Mom Says Share," portraying Gabby and Isaac, the artist's neighbors.

Mama knows... children will pick, sort and toss a barn full of so-called treasures. Mama prays... her child will hold tightly and guard those genuine treasures that find the heart. See Matthew 6:19-21

Mama says… God bless America; and Mama means it, with all her HEART! Mama prays…that God will continue to hold our nation in His hands, and the hearts and handprints of her children will uphold the American dream. See Psalms 33:12

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Mama smiles…her younger daughter loves to follow in the wake of her older sister. Mama prays…no matter how deep the sea of life, her daughters will reach out for each other. See Romans 12:10

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Mama smiles…her younger daughter loves to follow in the wake of her older sister.  Mama prays…no matter how deep the sea of life, her daughters will reach out for each other.  See Romans 12:10  Sculpture is based on "An Ocean of Devotion," a painting portraying sisters, Katrine and Kirsten, who love to walk the beach together near their home.
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Mama smiles…for her young angler loves to follow in the wake of his older brother. Mama prays…that no matter what life casts their way, her sons will count on each other. See Romans 12:10

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Mama smiles…for her young angler loves to follow in the wake of his older brother.  Mama prays…that no matter what life casts their way, her sons will count on each other.  See Romans 12:10  Sculpture is based on "Mom Won't Mind," a painting portraying brothers Jamie and David, fishing buddies of the artist.
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Mama assures…freckles are not imperfections, but are as beautiful as spots of color on a butterfly. Just like the building of a cocoon, Mama wraps…layers of reassuring love around her daughter, so that uncertainty will fly away and inner beauty will take wing. See II Corinthians 3:18

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Mama assures…freckles are not imperfections, but are as beautiful as spots of color on a butterfly. Just like the building of a cocoon, Mama wraps…layers of reassuring love around her daughter, so that uncertainty will fly away and inner beauty will take wing. IICorinthians 3:18 Sculpted from the painting "Chrysalis," portraying Maggie, the artist's daughter, whose beauty causes her Mama's heart to flutter.
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As each day flies by, Mama lifts her son in prayer. Mama plainly knows that grounding her son in God’s Word will empower him to soar. See Isaiah 40:30-31

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Mama loves…her child through and through.  Mama knows…God's love is even greater, and she yields her little one to the Creator's perfect plan.  See Ephesians 1:11-14  Sculpted from the painting "God Has a Plan for Me," portraying Graham, the artist's cousin.
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Mama loves…her child through and through. Mama knows…God's love is even greater, and she yields her little one to the Creator's perfect plan. See Ephesians 1:11-14 Sculpted from the painting "Feed My Sheep," portraying Kelly, a special little friend who always has a running hug for the artist.
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Mama loves…her child through and through. Mama knows…God's love is even greater, and she yields her little one to the Creator's perfect plan. See Ephesians 1:11-14

Mama smiles… as her young explorers uncover countless wonders in the tiny details of creation.  Mama prays…that these discoveries will light the way for her children to see The Creator’s handiwork in absolutely everything. See Genesis 1:1-3  Sculpted from the painting "Firefly," portraying Dusty and Kyle, neighbors of the artist.
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Mama praises…God's creations deserve attention.  Mama prays…both she and her child will know to get out of their shell and slow their pace, for it was the turtle, not the hare, that won the race.  See Psalm 111:2 Sculpted from the painting "Work Can Wait," portraying Mason...made complete by a visiting turtle the artist discovered in her yard.
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