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celebrating Ruth


Psalm 127:3  NLT
Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him.

Today and this weekend we celebrate our daughter Ruth.  Today is her last day of college, and tomorrow she officially graduates from the College of William & Mary (though she will walk at graduation in the spring).

I couldn’t be more proud of a father than I am of Ruth.  She has worked hard and achieved a goal that she set for herself. Overcoming obstacles and trials, hard classes and life decisions, and so much more through this journey that began a couple years ago.  She will receive her bachelor’s degree from a great and very challenging school.

Everyone of our children are different.  One is quiet and one is louder.  Another is very social and another is an introvert.  Another or two have played instruments and done well while the other twirled flags and rifles.  They are different, and each is so special to us as their parents.  We are blessed.

Ruth showed up in our lives just over 20 years ago.  Her cry is one, as one of her aunts said, was like ripping out your spine.  She was so tiny and so sweet.  Ruth is one of those kids when you just look at them wrong they cry. She is sweet and sensitive.  She is kind and so caring.  She loves God and people.

Today, we celebrate Ruth. It is an honor to be father and to tell you a little about her.

Ruth, you are a blessing. You have been prayed for, and you have only just begun.  May God continue to give light to your journey and so many blessings along the way. Your mom and I love you so much!

3 John 1:4  NLT
I could have no greater joy than to hear that my children are following the truth.
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