It is an amazing experience to stand in the presence of great people. To learn from their strength and wisdom, to live by their example, and to be enveloped by their love. It is even more amazing to be their daughter.
I can scarcely find words to express the love and gratitude I hold for my parents, John and Barbara Randolph. For the wonderful parents they have been to me, and the for the wonderful grandparents they are to my children. For the countless lives they have touched around the world, and for sharing Christ's love with all those they come in contact with. Their love for our Savior is evident in all they do, and felt by all those blessed to be a part of their lives.
We are grateful for their example of love and service as they have served as missionaries in Coasta Rica, the Dominican Republic, and now to the people of St. Vincent. We miss them tremendously, but we find great comfort knowing they are on the Lord's errand.
I love you Mom and Dad. Thank you for your unconditional love and for being such an amazing example to us of Christ's love. Thank you for your genuine love of all people and instilling this great love in your daughters. Thank you for the years of memories, fun, laughs, and love. Thank you for being you, and blessing our lives so greatly with yours! XOXOXO
Below is a link to a slide show created by Daniel Stancil, a Team Leader for World Changers. He recently stayed with my parents in St. Vincent, and created a slide show of his visit. Seeing my parents among the people they love has touched and eased our lonesome hearts. It is a very touching portrait of the people of St. Vincent and the missionary work that is being done.
http://danielstancil.com/Slideshows/stvincent/
Note - Slide show may take a few minutes to download, but it's worth the wait! If you have problems viewing, I can email you the link, this seems to work a little better.
email: sadie.pierce@gmail.com
Also the music accompanying the slide show is "God of this City", by Bluetree.
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!
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1 comment:
Wow Sadie. That was great!
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