Mary Emma Husted

Today is Mary Emma Husted's 10th birthday. Wow! It seems like just yesterday that she was born - and No! the above picture is NOT Mary - rather it is Ruth. Now, in typical non techy fashion, I am limited to what I know how to do to post pictures here and I only know how to get them from the kid's blog - and Wanda had posted this one of Ruth holding a picture of Bekah to show their similarities at the same age and had mused that she knew Mary would probably even be a closer match if that were possible - but that she didn't have a picture of Mary at that age readily available (it is probably a digital image somewhere but she didn't know just where). So - I agree that Mary would even be a closer match - but just as Wanda and Cherstin were often referred to as "delayed twins" - so could Mary and Ruth! Those curly blond locks, lively eyes, and infectious smile are so similar as to be the same - and somehow - some way - Mary I will learn how to post from a actual photo for your next birthday! LOL

Mary is #4 in the Husted brood of 9. I remember when Wanda and Robert shared that they would be having a little girl and that they were going to name her Mary. I wasn't sure about the name - I knew there were many reasons for the name (her Great Grandma's name was Mary, Mary - the Savior's mom, etc.) but it seemed kind of old fashioned. But then Mary was born - it fit her perfectly. I have often thought since of how much Mary must be like the Savior's mom - without guile, fairer than all, able to love perfectly and always ready to forgive and to serve. It is the perfect name for Mary.

Mary has always had a gentle peace about her and a style of her own. She is unassuming and generous of spirit. And downright gorgeous!

She naturally loves. Often she is caring and playing with younger children - just as she is here with Ruth and Abby.

She "sparkles" at whatever she is doing and makes you feel good too. She loves books, stuffed animals, jumping on the tramp, riding bicycles, playing tag and hide and seek. She loves to swim and play with friends, cousins, and family. She enjoys computer games, is a great student, and loves achievement days. Happy Birthday Mary!!!!