Happy Birthday Lionel - We love you!

I can't believe that today our son turned 13!!! Wow, where does the time go? He's a teenager now. I am so proud to be his Mom and can truly say that God blessed us far more than I could ever have imagined!! Lionel has grown so much over the years, not only physically, but mentally and spiritually as well. We have seen him grow and mature into a young gentleman and although he has a ways to go, he is well on is way to being a true man of God!

Here he is through the years....

1995


1996


1997


1998


1999


2000 - Homeschool Kindergarten graduation


2001


2002


2003


2004


2005


2006 - Homeschool Grade 6 Graduation


2007


2008 - On his birthday with Cody (and his new very cool Civil War Union Cap!)


A note for my son:
"My dear 'Lionel', I am so glad God chose me to be your Mom. I am amazed at the way you have always been helpful to me around the house, and I am proud of you for reaching out to others. You are creative, loving and full of life! I love your sense of humor and I adore your smile - dimples and all!!! You are a wonderful violinist and although you need to practice more often than you do, you have been given a true gift. Use it for the Lord and enjoy it. You gave your life to Christ at a young age and have always tried to do what's right even though at times it's hard. I can't wait to see where God leads you. I pray for you every day and always will. Happy 13th birthday my son, I love you dearly!!!! Love, Mommy"