Happy 15th Birthday

Yesterday, we celebrated Erica's 15th birthday. I honestly can't believe I am typing this and that I have a 15 year old. And not to mention that right now, she is sitting in a driver's ed class at Panther Creek High School. When people say to you, "Enjoy them while they are in diapers - it will be gone before you know it," they really do mean it. I used to think they were crazy but they aren't. It really is true. Once they start school, your life revolves around the schedule and that just really flies by. Aside from all this, we have had an eventful year. We have had trials, treasures and countless conversations that I never thought I'd be having. In the end and as Erica matures, we continue to lay her at the feet of Jesus. Her life is so different than ours was at this age. The temptations are so much greater and at such a younger age. I do not envy our children in today's culture. But all we can do is pray, guide and trust the Lord with her life. And we are so proud of Erica and the young woman she is becoming. And just like our own lives, God isn't finished with her yet!!! We are all a work in progress!!! Happy Birthday, Erica!!!! You are a beautiful blessing and a treasure!