What A Whirlwind!

Five months is long time and there have been many happenings. I have a graduate. Since December, Lauren has visited Texas A&M several times, taken a college course, won 2nd in Debate,wrote and presented a Sr. thesis, made her first video for graduation, graduated and counseled at a special needs camp. Remember the younger days...we packed so much in and actually excelled at it. I must admit I will miss her terribly, but I am so excited for her life. She is a follower of God and a fun young lady to hang out with.

Chandler is a freshman. Wow...I still see him as a little guy. He is taller than me, but we are both hard headed and want our way. I love seeing how the kids mirror a few of our traits, good and bad ones. He is a leader at times, a mess at times and an intense athlete. He loves church and the social aspect that all of that brings. He studies his Bible each night...how could I ask for more.

Ray and I are empty nester this week. We are eating all the wrong things, watching movies and enjoying our time together. We will have good time together in 4 years. I love him and love being with him.

I have decided to work in the office at my school instead of teach. I will miss the students, but I am excited to work part time. I have missed Bible study. I also am more free to visit Lauren.

I must admit this season in my life has come quickly. I still see myself, at times, with a stroller or teaching the kids to swim. The independence that this new season brings is scary, freeing and another time to trust God with the future. God is good all the time.