Trying on his tux for my wedding :)
One of my all-time favorite pics of Mom and Dad
This is another fave.
Though Tracey's not the huggy type, Dad is often found near my Sis getting in time with her.
Even as a teen, J is close to his grandad. No pun intended.
A is known to lock her arms around Mamaw and Grandad in this fashion to keep them from leaving after a visit. The other grands join in to keep them from going.
Though Dad is a little distracted for the photo op, M was getting some focused one-on-one time with him before the shot. (You can see where my Dad gets it...from his Dad.)
This is another favorite shot. S with his Grandad.
Z is the youngest in the family so far, but we hope to add to our number someday. :)
Somewhere along the way, it occurred to me that I want my life to be defined in the minds of others by how I've loved. It was one of the biggest compliments Matt could have given me before we were engaged when he said, "I've never known anyone who loves the way you do." I come by it honestly.
My Dad has loved us well and is a model of how I want to be with the ones I love. I want to follow in his footsteps even as he's followed in his Dad's.
My Dad has loved us well. He's made a consistent effort over the years to spend time with each of us; he's gotten to know each one of us as individuals; he's pointed us to the Lord and let us know how important He is in his life and should be in ours; and he's been there, always a part of our lives.
Thank you, Dad, for loving us well. I love you!
Happy Birthday!!
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