Thirty six years ago today, our oldest daughter was born.

For a few rare and brief hours, we got to celebrate the special person that she is to all of us.
Her genuine spirit, her sense of humor, and the fun she adds to many occasions gave us plenty
of reasons to want to honor her.  On Saturday our dear son-in-law also had a birthday.  What
a blessing to sit and visit with them today. 

We felt a void though as we spent time together, and did want not to leave the youngest
daughter out of our celebration.  Distance kept her from being with us, and we hoped her
senior picture would do the trick:)

I cannot believe I have a thirty six year old daughter, because I clearly remember
my thirty sixth birthday.



Happy Birthday Dear Daughter!  May you continue to be a beautiful
 expression of God's love.