I have the coolest family! You know being the mother of the Brady Bunch gives me that 70's, all is fine in the world, joyful sort of feeling. My brood, although many are still finding their way, is exceptional.
I remember Gabriel's graduation from high school a few years ago, as I stood there on stage trying to get out a few proud words about my son, the tears rolled. I was astonished by what the young man standing there before me had overcome. Despite all of the huge mistakes and failings I'd made as a mother, God's enormous Father's Heart, continued to nurture. All of these Brady's are overcomers.
Josh is into this anti establishment slant now, disgruntled with the world, wanting to see change amidst the apathetic youth. Yet beyond the words, I can see God's hand working to truly make him into a world changer. He jumps into any situation with vision and solutions. He activates change where ever he goes. God is shaping a world changer.
Chloe keeps us all laughing. Her take on life is so dry that you really have to know her to appreciate it. She definitely has a writers voice, so does Gabe. She sees beyond the surface into a dimension others often miss.
Sam, my man, is a Gabe reincarnate. It's amazing to see such a similar distaste for details, such as cleaning his room, a love for his great head of hair and the perfect Zoolander smirk. Heaven help us! Too cute!
Not to forget the Newlyweds. I really miss them, living outside of the city now, as they do. Don't tell them, but I am hoping they decline the job offer up there in Mooresville, even though it would be prudent to take it. They bring so much fun and life to our quirky family. Being the seniors of the kids, it's so nice to have them paving the way and loving the youngsters as they do. We have a blast together. Remember kids, we are scheduling a regular annual week at the beach beginning next summer!
We don't get to see Matthew very much, but somehow still we all revere our Soccer Star, playing for Brown University and the Canadian National Team. He always fits perfectly as another pea in the pod when he's here, just hanging with the guys. We love him. I am so grateful that God so perfectly built this family and for the ones He's chosen still to follow.
Rarely do I get to brag about my kids in print, so I took this opportunity to do so, like God's big boast about His kids when He says,
"I can't keep my mouth shut, I can't hold my tongue, until her righteousness blazes down like the sun and her salvation flames up like a torch...you'll be a stunning crown in the palm of God's hand, a jeweled cup held high in the hand of God. No more will anyone call you rejected, and your country will no more be called ruin. You'll be called my delight..." Isaiah 62:1-
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