Indeed, she is much more than a mama. Are their words to describe the vastness of a woman? All she is and does, so quietly, loudly, energetically, gently, mindfully, and naturally? So natural that only God notices? And notice He does. Smiles down. Lifting her up higher. All is grace. All is good which comes from above and how can we say thank you enough?

Thank you for Brittnee.

Thank you for the way she loves.

Thank you for the wife she is to our firstborn.

Thank you for the ways she cares for her daughter, our first little grand-baby.

Thank you for her smiles and joy and wit.

For her honesty.

For her work.

Why are birthdays so grand? Because they celebrate life, one of God’s greatest gifts.

“The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.” says Jesus, in John 10:10

A rich and satisfying life that started years ago on this day for my precious daughter in law.

Happy Birthday Brittnee!

She came inside yesterday evening after a long day at work and swooped her sweet girl up with love and kisses. I snapped a quick picture because I’ve loved watching her become (so much more than) a good mama over the last year.

The astute observer will notice a second little babe growing …. won’t Lucy have the surprise of her life come February, when a new sister appears?