Out came the tooth, Finally!

Oh my dear, what a stubborn tooth that was. I think you were afraid for that tooth to come out. It was the biggest baby tooth that I have seen come out of anyone's mouth and I have seen an awful lot of baby teeth. I said to myself, he is a real Walker! Mother Walker, Grandma Rosalee warned me about mirrors in the baby's crib and teething problems. I was watching. Little Danny was the first one of the Walker boys who I watched have the double tooth problem. I was still watching, all of the time.

This baby tooth was monumental for me. You knew it was and it was your decision to take it out. You had pain relief from a half an hour of tylenol and you were determined, because when I shook it, I felt very little movement of the tooth. You had to pull up on it and you did. You woke me up a couple of times in the night to give me a kiss and I felt like Samuel sensing the Lord's call on his life.

God said to me at each kiss, "Tell me this isn't the best thing ever?" I said Yes Lord it is the best thing ever. Those kisses are the greatest treasure and I am the recipient!

No More Baby Tooth, but we are working on something that is lasting, in our relationship. Wow, you are such a fabulous young man!

What, my son? Fifth Grade edition.

Do not remove the ancient landmark, which our fathers have set? Pr. 22:28

When life gives you brothers...make a ruckus? that seems the heritage that Teddy Roosevelt and Taft left for us nationally...but, personally, now.

What is the matter? This morning it was the want of a juicy. It doesn't taste like it used to taste. I am thirsty for something and this sweetness is not satisfying me. O dear boy, a healthy dose of Proverbs 31 for you. We do go through seasons of "senioritis" the lot of us. I don't know what I like anymore. I don't know how to act like a middleschooler. I am afraid of the future and sick of the present. If I could look at a tv show that would show me where I am going I would feel comfortable. For now, all of these people around me and I am the only one feeling like I feel is the loneliest sense that there can be. I hear you crying out for direction and focus. I hear your spotlight no longer being the motivation of your life. I see you no longer a baby and yet can't enter into your elder brother's comradery, either. The answer is not in the Wii. That is certain. David found the answer in seeking the comradery of the Lord. Psalm 23 and Proverbs 31. Don't miss how God can show himself dearer and more attentive than 8 or 100 or more older brothers who have your back. You can know that dearness. It comes out of the want of more. Let that insatiable thirst drive you to Jesus!

Handsome Easter Suit!

Just Reminiscing!

Congratulations Mr. Walker, you have been accepted...

Oh Wow! Accepted, isn't this what we wanted? Acceptance into IB or STEM, whichever. To follow in the footsteps of brother is a privilege, sometimes. Everyone has his own path to tread. This time your wish was received. What a journey. Almost late or too late for the deadline, as usual. Not sure if this was something we can factor in, with all of the galavanting that we already do. But, you wanted it. We prayed about it and thus far, God has said all sails are a-go for JN Fries in the FALL. What an ambitious project for you. We are all on the team with you and expecting great things from your continued perserverance in your studies. There is so much in store for you and we are cheering on the sidelines for you, as you already know!

Ten Years after the miracle baby...

We are still celebrating the blessing that you are in our family. Baby miracle, Baby Surprise and not so baby Ezra! Love you honey!

Haircuts for Father's Day. What a mature look, you've got.