I love her.

She annoys me endlessly. The reality of being fully responsible for her well being, unnerves me. There’s so much in her world that I cannot control.

She’s beautiful, inside and out. Young for her years but in that I’ll relish. God has gifted her uniquely and I cannot wait to see how He will call and equip her as she builds a relationship with Him.

In church, hymnal in hand. She closed her eyes and sang aloud. My heart smiled. May she always remember to do no harm, do good and to stay in love with God. May she always remember to do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with her God.

I speak academic excellence, maturity and fitness. I speak confidence, focus, ambition and drive as I pray she maintains her gentleness. God protect her. Give her peace and courage. Keep her safe.