...Learning not to settle for the "American Dream"

Friday, October 12, 2012

Birthday Memories

(Thank you Lizzy Nicole Photography)
 
This summer Charis turned 4 years old. What a joy it has been to watch her grow...
 She has become a very curious, responsible, sensitive,
inquisitive, spunky, helpful, smart, sweet little girl.
 
"Charis"-  (Greek for Grace)
 
When we named her, our first born, this was our prayer, our plea, our vision
for this little babe. Now, as the days unfold and she grows up, our desire is ever
increasing that she be gripped by Grace. That this would be not only her
"name" but her legacy. That she would know deeply that she was made for SO MUCH MORE,
and that she would live to that end. Him. and His Glory.
 
So our growing gal has really developed a curiosity for horses. So,as we try
to encourage curiosity and learning we decided
to "go with it" and it has actually led us down a pretty fun and adventurous road, if you will. I am
 actually enjoying learning a lot about horses that I didn't know. We have spent countless days at the libraries searching the shelves for books, memorizing the pages, parts, types, etc. Whew.
 She no longer walks like a human around the house but
she walks on all 4's, because "she is a horse". Depending on the time of day
this little cutie can be caught galloping, trotting or cantering around the
house- and she would be delighted if you could guess which one she was
doing. Every piece of furniture is a "horse" and she practices putting her foot
in the left stirrup and getting on the horse correctly. My craft ribbon is now used
as reigns and her bed is no longer a bed, but a stable.
 
Anyway, to the birthday part. Many of you know we have been in a long and very
painful season of life- especialy this summer. So 2 days before C's birthday
Woody and I look at each other and think- what in the world are we going
to do to celebrate this sweet child's life!? We knew that our goal was to simply
create a very special memory for her. One that she wouldn't forget... so, we asked her
if she could do anything on her birthday what would it be. Yep! You guessed it-
she simply answered, "I just wish I could pet and feed a horse". With one phone
call to Traci, we knew we could make this happen. Within 48 hours we were
on our way to making Charis' dream come true...and we are so thankful to Mathews
Manor, and their neighbors for making this happen. My sweet friend Ashley Sanders of
took these amazing pictures! Click the link to view the pics.
Lizzy Nicole Photography
 
She also received an amazing gift from Gigi and Pop on her birthday...
horseback riding lessons!!!
Stay tuned...for more...WE have a lot to catch up on!

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