Let's brag on our families!

**guest2** · 06-28-2004, 05:43 PM

I just thought this would be fun for all of us. Why don't we share something about our family members that we are proud of them for. It could be anything from an award they have won, something they have built to the kind way that they treat others. After you get done posting, make sure you let those family members know what it is that you appreciate about them so much.

My husband Jeff~Wonderful kindhearted man that showed me the meaning of unconditional love. Always puts the kids and my needs ahead of his own. His kindness and unselfishness extends to all he meets. He is very hard working and I am so blessed to be his wife.

My oldest son Jaysn~He was an answer to prayer. He has such a clear calling on his life for ministry and his knowledge and love of the Lord go deep. He is very compassionate and reaches out to the hurting all around him. I am so proud of the man that he is becoming!

My son Chris~Chris has a love for animals and plants. He is forever trying to beautify our yard and helps other people with their yards and work around their homes. Very loving nature and a great sense of humor. Chris keeps me laughing!!!

My son Josh~His name fits him to a T. He is strong and chiefly! He makes sure that his mom does not lift anything heavy and has a deep love for his family. He is very loyal and protective of those he loves and the underdogs in life. Nobody will ever mess with me with Josh around!

**slowtypinwoman** · 06-28-2004, 06:53 PM

My Dh , Michael, is a wonderful husband and a great father. He just at the end of this year was voted amung his peers, teacher of the year for the second time since we've been here.

Alexa, is the apple of my eye. growing up I wondered why I was on this earth. Now I know why. She continues to delight and and surprise me with all the things that she can do.

**sunshine** · 06-28-2004, 10:38 PM

hubby-- well, he's been living with ALS for over 13 years. He's far outlived his prognosis, mostly due to his faith and his determination to raise his kids.

Jacob-- my preemie baby that the docs told me would be blind, deaf, mentally challenged and have CP. He was "only" born with a right leg that was turned completely backward. The docs then said he would never walk, but he stunned us all when he walked at 10 months, albeit awkwardly. Then at age 13 he was the number one male tumbler in the USA! Now at nearly 20 years of age, he's purchased his own house on 2 acres, works nearly full time, goes to college part time and still finds time in his day to be at each set of grand parents to see if they need help with any of the physical work around their place. He also loves his great nieces and nephews-- you'll find him carting them around piggy back or on his hip.

Douglas-- my baby that was born dead and had to be recucitated. We were told that he would be a "vegetable" Never able to take care of himself, etc. Again-- he was running by 8 months and in the gifted classes at school. At age 17, he's 5th in his HS class, works full time at a nursing home, is Mr. Socialite (one of the most popular guys in the area) and yet never seems to have a huge ego. He likes people based on themselves-- not on "who" they know, what they drive, etc. He's joined the Marines, and while it scares me silly- I'm also tremendously proud of him

Deana-- my baby girl, the only one of my kids I "planned". She's had so much more to deal with than any 14 yo should have to face. And yet, all in all - she's coped remarkably well. I love to see her smile- dimples and all. She's becoming quite an amazing young woman. She's quiet, and yet as smart as either one of the boys (although she doesn't flaunt it) She's plays the bari sax in the band- and the horn is nearly as big as she is. She's quite good.

**guest2** · 06-29-2004, 02:24 PM

Anyone else want to share about your family???

**slowtypinwoman** · 06-30-2004, 08:55 AM

Oh I agree! this is a wonderful thread.

**isaacsmommy** · 06-30-2004, 09:34 AM

My dh is my rock. I don't know what I'd do without someone as strong and dependable as him. I know that no matter what he'll always be ready with a hug that seems to melt away my problems. Because today is my birthday, I'd been whining about having to mow the lawn on my b-day. Yesterday was completely hectic, and I didn't get as much done as I would have liked. Dave was outside mowing (with the lights on) until after 11:00 last night just so that I wouldn't stress about having to get it done today. It's little things like that that make me love him so much more.

Ds is the light of my life. He has the ability to completely turn my day around. When he's his happiest, I feel so fulfilled and like I'm doing something right in the way I'm raising him. He's not much of a talker yet, so everytime he says mama I melt. I've even gotten him to say "love you mama" and of course I just want to hug and squeeze him to pieces!

**santoria** · 06-30-2004, 11:31 PM

Hi ! I love this idea!

My dh is great, all through his recent struggles with depression he still made it home every night to play with our girls. Occasionally made me have a bath too. He works so hard so that I can stay home and just be a mommy. Means the world to me. that is one reason why i do make his lunches every day, wash his laundry and bascially clean up after him.

My oldest Susanne is a wonder. She helps to set the dinner table every night. She is potty training herself (I didn't want to push her into something she didn't want to do so left it up to her), and doing very well. She is great at singing songs to her baby sister when she is upset. Works like a charm. She has a genuine compassion when someone gets hurt, her sister had a severe diaper rash so she'd sit and sing and talk and pat her face while I changed and cleaned Victoria bum. A very strong bond those two have.

MY baby Victoria is amazing. I can't believe that she is already almost 1 year old, she seems so much older. She will come comfort you if you are upset, or do something silly to make you laugh. She is almost walking and takes great joy in pretending she can't yet. Her interaction and adoration of Susanne is astounding.

I think that is all that I know what to say for now at least. ...