To my amazing Daddy...You are, quite possibly, the greatest man I know.
You have shown me what Christ's love looks like.
I've seen first hand, in our very own family, what it's like not to have that and that thought breaks my heart.
As I sit here typing, I can't help but praise my sweet Savior for you. For your patience and kindness. For your genuine love for Jesus, Mama, Brit and I, and our church.
Thank you for always leading our family. I've never had to question whether or not you love me. Or whether or not we were going to church.
It's evident and known.
It's the little things in life you've shown me that mean more than you'll ever know. Like how to save my money and
how to serve others before myself. You've taught me that even in the valley, our God is still good.
Thank you for the Christian values you've instilled and continue to instill in my life.
Not to mention, you put up with THREE women on a daily basis. You are superman!
I hope you have a wonderful 48th birthday Daddy! I love you more than I have words to describe!
To my lovely sister...Can you seriously be 16 years old today? Let me soak that in for a second...or two, maybe three.
In a few days, you'll be driving. No more, "Ash, run me here or there." Can I admit that I'm
Britta, you are wonderful and if I could, I'd slow time down.
You are such a beautiful young lady, full of life and love.
You light up a room when you walk in.
You have BIG dreams for your future, and I believe in you!
You are so persistent, and I love that about you! You never give up, or let anybody tell you something can't be done.
You've been by my side through thick and thin, a best friend.
I'm proud to call you my sister!!
I love you Britta, and I've always got your back!
Happy sweet 16! I hope this year brings you more happiness than you've ever known!
To my little man, aka smush : 2 years ago we rushed to the hospital to hold you...2 years later and we are still jumping at every chance to pick you up and love on you.
You have brought so much joy and laughter to our family.
I can ask you, "How old will you be?" and you reply, proudly, "Twooo."
Mickey Mouse and Dukes of Hazzard are your favorite TV shows right now and you make sure that we understand that. :)
With my help, you can say your alphabet, numbers 1-12, and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Talk about making my heart melt...you sure know how to!
Please stop growing up so fast!!!
I love you little man! Happy Birthday Pay-Pay!
And to Jacob...Happy Birthday Jake! I've know you for a little over 10 years now I guess and we actually became 'real' friends about 6 years ago.
It seems like a lot longer, for sure. From late night summer study sessions, to laughing at Chris, to singing at church and mission trips...
I'd say we've made plenty of awesome memories!!
Thanks for being such a great friend!
You have always set such a Godly example, and you are so smart in the Word. I can always count on you to pray.
I'm blessed to call you friend! Happy 23! Hope it's the best year yet! Love ya Jake!
January 26, a day that will forever hold a special place in my heart!
Until next time.
Love God. Love people.
