Happy Birthday Neesie!!

My beautiful sister is turning 16 today!! Please join me in wishing her a happy birthday. Neesie is 12 years younger then me, but we have always been very close. We never had to worry about the whole "sibling rivalry" thing because she was the answer to a prayer I had for years. I always wanted a sister, and God blessed me with a wonderful one!

Neesie is always willing to help - with a smile! She tolerates the constant demands of her two nieces, and the incessant teasing of her brother-in-law. ;-) All because they love you, right Neesie?

We (E, Lena, Shana and myself) are so thankful for you, and we love you very much. Happy 16th birthday. Mwah!

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There is some news on my other blog! You can read it here.

I'm back with pictures!

We had a wonderful vacation, and last week I wanted to post, but found myself disorganized and needing to get myself back into the swing of things. Then Lena got pretty sick and needed a lot of extra attention.

Here are some pictures of our time ... sorry if you've already seen my other blog ... there's an overlap.

The first night, Lena slept with us because we hadn't borrowed our friend's crib yet. Hubby and I barely slept because we have a very wild sleeper for a daughter!

Lena's first carousel ride was at the zoo. She loved it - and I actually did too!

Lena got a chance to feed the ducks at the zoo.

Lena "read" the whole week long - wherever we went - she had a book or five!

Lena and my husband - she is about to get kissed!

Thank You

I was humbled to see that sweet Ella had passed this award on to the Girl Inside Blog. To God be the glory! I was very happy because this gives me a chance to let you girls know how much I appreciate your blogs and your hearts for the Lord. I wish I could pass the award back to Ella, but the rules say that it has to be given to someone who hasn't received it before! I hope I'm not breaking the rules too much, but I would like to pass this on to four special ladies ;-)

1. My sister Neesie has a new Blogger blog, and I have been very blessed by her compassion for others, and her needed reminders ... like this post! Love you, Sis!!

2. Sara is another dear sister in Christ. I've appreciated her posts on Hinds Feet on High Places, and also her thoughful posts like this one!

3. Beth has such a peaceful blog. She takes beautiful pictures and she always reminds us to love the hymns of the faith. Here is one of my favorites!

4. Laura is such a sweet girl. Her blog is so honest and sincere. This post about her Grandpa really touched me.

So there you have it -- and enjoy reading the four posts I picked out too. Have a wonderful weekend, girls. I have a poem I want to post for you, but that will have to wait until next week.

Oh - I also wanted to say that I know you are all extremely busy with school and family life, so if you don't have time to pass this award on - I will not be offended at all!

My wish for all of you ...

Dearest girls,

This Christmas, I wish for you ...

... a renewed appreciation for the gift of Him.

... happy times with friends and family.

... cozy days with a blanket, something hot to drink and a good book.

... many opportunities to bless others as you continually bless me.

Lots of love,

bev

see you after Christmas