Happy Birthday

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, 

“plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Jeremiah 29:11

Happy birthday to my oldest.  

What a joy it is to see how God is directing Justin's paths and growing him into such a

wonderful young man.  

He also has the pleasure of sharing his birthday with Uncle Mike and a half birthday with his cousin, Blake. What a day of celebration we enjoyed!

Thanks, guys, for having another birthday so we have occasion to have a party and lots of good food!

He will hold us until we meet again

How does one say goodbye to their child? Does it really matter if they are an only child or one of many? I heard that statement so many times yesterday. After an 8am basketball game of Tia's we went to Chelsea's funeral. My heart just grieves for her family. I can't imagine anything in life more difficult. Our church was filled with so much heartache as each person said goodbye through a cloud of many tears. Please keep these high school students, family and friends in your prayers in the days ahead.

Immediately after the funeral, we quickly headed to the airport to board a plane for California. In just a few hours I will say "see you later" to my son for the next nine months as he heads to the other side of the world to protect my freedom. Those of you that know me, know I DON'T do goodbye's. Yes, it is difficult, but I know he is in God's hands and whether he is in the states or on the othe side of the world my God never changes. What a comfort and peace I have as I hold to the verse He gave me for Justin many years ago,

"For I know the plans I have for you, plans to give you a hope and a future, plans to prosper you and not harm you, thus says the Lord." Jeremiah 29:11.