My heart is very full of gratitude this week for the amazing people that bless my life! There are so many of you that come to mind, but one in particular that I will single out today. I had planned a sabotaged picture taking on Sunday of this particular friend on my door step doing what she does best: making people feel special. We had a tip earlier in the day that she may be stopping by to share with us Bill's most favorite treat, Oatmeal Cake, a treat she makes so amazingly tasty it makes your head swim. But alas, she was doing what she does best, again, and devoting her time and talents to others. So although she didn't have a chance to have her picture taken, treat in hand, the treats never the less found their way to our desirous bellies.
Emily Merkley has become a much cherished friend to our family. She and Chris are some of the most talented, thoughtful, and fun people we know. They have wound their way into our hearts and lives with countless acts of kindness and friendship. From helping frame our basement, to blog tutoring, recipe sharing, and, most notably, enduring 2 years of carpool with our crazy boys, they have done it all! We share a great love of cheese with Chis and Emily, and are forever in debt for the amazing meals they have shared with us.
So, Emily, I have taken the quote on your blog to heart. "Silent gratitude isn't much use to anyone". Thank you for your friendship and your countless acts of kindness. Thank you for sharing your talents with those around you (especially your fabulous cooking!). Thank you for enduring 2 years of picking our boys up from school, and always showing them patience and kindness. Thank you for your great example of service and love. And thank you for blessing our lives with yours. You're the best there is!
The Kiddo's
Bryson, Scott, Alec, Zachary and Lindsey
Bryson
Bryson is 14 and in the 10th grade. He loves music and is an avid reader. He is one of the best read people we know! Bryson is a well of knowledge, and provides commentary for just about any topic, and is never sarcastic:) He plays the trumpet in the band and likes to tinker with piano. He is an aspiring cook and loves to keep our bellies full of tasty cookies and treats. Bryson is adored by his little sister and is a wonderful big brother to her.
Scott
Scott is 13 and in the 8th grade. He is an excellent student and plays the french horn in the band. He is always quick to smile and a great big brother. His love of music reaches far past band as his ipod is his constat companion. He keeps our home full of music of all varieties ranging from Wierd Al to U2 to Jimmy Eat World. Here are a few of his fav's:
Alec
Alec is 11 and in 6th grade. As our most "spirited" child he is always at the heart of all the goings on in our home. Alec is rarely found with out a smile on his face, usually from all his mischief making! Alec also has a very tender heart. He loves animals, especially our dog Roxy. Alec was excited to start orchestra this year, and of course had to pick the biggest instrument possible, the BASS! Way to go Aly-Cat!
Zachary
Zachary is 6 and in 1st grade. He is such a sweet, sweet boy. He is perpetually happy and finds great joy is lifes little pleasures. Zach is often found singing or humming a little tune, and we often tease that he is bound to be a super hero because he has his own theme song:). He loves being a cowboy and playing with his special little toys (he has quite a Star Wars and Indiana Jones collection!). He loves to play football with his dad and "buckin' bull's" on the trampoline. A wonderful big brother, Lindsey absolutely adores him, as does most every one who knows him!
Lindsey
Lindsey is 4 and a GIRL! She has been such a joy to our family. She is such a girl, loving dolls and pink and purple, dressing up and pedicures, and drama! She is absolutely adored by her big brothers and never fails to make them laugh. She keeps pace with them quite well and is a pretty rough and tumble little princess. Of course she has mom and dad wrapped around her little finger too!
Visitors
2 comments:
Are you trying to make my cry? Cause in the midst of PMS, it worked. You don't need to thank me (although it's still nice to hear) - I happy to do it! Little do you know that I feel the same way about you. You are a one-of-a-kind friend - no one else compares!
That was way nice of you to pay a tribute to EMILY...
She is a great person and does incredible things....
Post a Comment