Johnny

We are babysitting this little cutie and his sister today.  I couldn't resist posting this photo.  I love the look on his face! :)

Christian's Philosophy on...

Health Food!

" God made most people without a taste bud for salad. "

Happy Birthday, Papa!!!!!
What a blessing it is to be your daughter and have the God-given gift of calling you "Papa". What you mean to me, how much I love you, and how grateful I am for you cannot be put into words. I can only say that you are AMAZING! God has given you so much grace in raising, training, and instructing me in the ways of the Lord. For that, I am grateful. Thank you for being so diligent in helping to choose godly friends for me and keeping my heart pure.
Whatever happens in this next year, I know that we will not walk alone. Our God has been, is, and always will be faithful to us. I love you and I pray that we may be granted many more blessed years with you.

To God be the Glory,

Much love,

Hannah

(Philippians 1:27)

You know that your little brother is growing up when...

He still reads that book. :)

You know that your little brother is growing up when...

...He answers the phone and his voice sounds like your dad's; you won't (absolutely refuse to!) believe him when he says he's your brother...

...He fits into your dad's boots...

...He's shorter than you when you leave on a 10 day trip and is taller than you when you get back...

...His hands are about twice the size of yours...

...You have to refer to his "work schedule" before making plans for a group phone call...

...You look back on photos from last year and he looks like a little kid...

Yes, my biggest little brother is growing up.  Where did the time go!?! 

Happy 16th Birthday, Elijah.  I cannot describe in mere words what you mean to me.  You are a brother, friend, encourager, gentleman, joy, blessing, patient with me when I'm not patient with you :), one who keeps me accountable, keeps me laughing, and, most of all, you love the Lord.  To sum it all up, you are an amazing brother!  May your day be wonderfully blessed because of Jesus.  I pray that we may be so blessed as to celebrate many more years of God's grace in your life.  I love you (so much!).

They got creative one day and took the coastguard legos out on a floating "island" in the pool. :) 

This photo was taken last year... 

...and this was taken a few months ago.  He sure has grown up!!!