Proud as Punch

As parents we are naturally proud of our children and look for every opportunity to "brag" on them. So, I am taking this chance to say just how very proud of my children I am!! They are far exceeding anything that is put in front of them!! My heart swells just a the thought of them and their achievements in the short years they have graced us with their presence.

Ethan is almost three... He has been potty trained since he was a little over 2. He has a huge vocabulary and speaks in complete sentences. He is bold and tenacious. There isn't anything he can't do when he puts his mind to it.

Max who will be five in a week is such a gentle and sensitive young boy. He is already sounding out words and reading as well as writing the alphabet and he hasn't even been to kindergarten yet. He has a natural ear for music and is picking up the guitar very well for his young age. I can't wait to see how he develops over the next few years.

Elisabeth, my one and only girl and so very like myself. So gentle and quiet, a friend to all. She continues to amaze me with everything she sets her hand to do. She came out of first grade reading on a sixth grade level. A graceful ballerina who just this past weekend captures a part as a mouse in the Tulsa Ballet Theater's Nutcracker!!

I pray that each one grows and develops to their fullest potential. I will be there to catch them when they fall as well as pushing them back out to achieve more.

God give me the grace to allow them to fail, the calmness to guide them through and the humbleness to be proud of them when they achieve their highest goals but yet not be arrogant.

Thank you God for the three beautiful blessings you have given Will and I and help us be the best parents that we can be.