Bless the Lord Oh my Soul and all that is with in me, Bless His Holy name. Bless the Lord Oh my Soul, and forget none of His benefits. Who ....... satisfies your years with good things. Our God is so good. I wrote Kayla's name in my Bible beside this verse back in January. I felt so loved by God when she was born. Another baby was a gift from Him, but He chose to give us a little girl - just because. That same month, I asked God to give us another girl - a very special one as a life partner for Travis. He gave me a confidence that He was going to do that before the end of the year. And He has. Travis has asked a beautiful young woman to be his wife - and therefore a part of our family.

Christin is everything and more that we could dream for Travis. She fits into our family, has instantly become Aunt Christin to the boys; sometimes even favored over Uncle Travis.

As a Mom, I may no longer parent. But as a parent my children are always on my heart and in my prayers. No matter how old they are, I still hurt when they do, cry with them or for them, enjoy their experiences and delight in watching them in their accomplishments and in their journeys. I still rejoice when they experience joy.

What has surprised me these past few months, is how quickly and deeply Christin, has become my 'daughter'. I think and pray, and cry and rejoice with her and for her just as much as I do Kristina, Travis and Brad. I am honored to be 'Mom' to her and have her in my life.