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I embroider so this is a beautiful image for me. I think about how the front is perfect, and what you want everyone to see. But the back (like you said) tells a different story. I like the back because I can see exactly where I started, and where I ended up. This thread connects to that one, and goes back around, etc. What looks like a thick thread on the front is really 6 tiny threads twisted together, but you wouldn’t see that unless you look at the back of the hoop. When I’m done, I glue a circle of felt to the back to cover up all the work. The felt is usually a light color. So if you hold it up to the light, you can see all the work shining through. A secret you wouldn’t see if it’s just hanging on the wall. Such amazing imagery that perfectly describes our lives and our faith.

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