A Blessed Day

   One of the primary reasons for a trip to VA this time of the year was a special occasion for our youngest grand daughter. She had been through all the questions and meetings with the elders of her church and was to be presented to the congregation this morning as an official member and ready to take her first communion. We had been here for the other 2 VA kids and this would be no. 3.

   This post is not to laud one of ours over all the others. It is not to say she is the best of even the VA crew (we lovingly call a circus), but it was her day, and she shined as she answered the pastor's questions on stage and then showed her maturity as she sang and read and listened to the message. It was a joy for her "papa" to sit next to her  and observe as her voice rang out on the hymns, and she followed along in her Bible as the pastor spoke on I Corinthians 4.

   A perfect 9 year old, no way. Mischievous, playful, athletic, dramatic, and affectionate, she runs the gamut of girlish actions and moods, but she has that ready smile and is fun to be around.

   Here's to Lucy. I look forward to watching her grow in body, soul and spirit. She might break a lot of hearts along the way, but it won't be malicious, just her.

   My favorite shot of her from last summer.

   Lucy today.

   Granny Lou and Papa thank God for her, and all our great kids.

   We are Blessed, for sure....