•I’ve been pondering for days what to write and how to put into words all that I’m feeling. You’re 19!! Wha?!🤯🥳 •I can still remember holding you in the hospital the day you were born and as I stared at you, my face was just beaming! •Téa, the joy you bring my heart and in so many little moments of each day is literally indescribable💝 •I love so many things about you. I love how you embrace life to the fullest and are always up for an adventure! I love how generous you are. You are generous with your laughter. You’re generous with your kindness. You are generous with your compassion and thoughtfulness. You’re generous with your heart. And I couldn’t be more proud of who you are! •The house will be different with your absence (WKU bound!). My heart and mind will be different with your absence🥹 •I will miss the fun you bring to our home! Your loud singing, you’re impromptu dance parties and the stories of all the happenings in your life with you and your friends. And I will miss your warm smile. •Just like your smile, I also love your eyes. I think they are a beautiful feature of you! They’re inviting, they’re warm, they’re accepting, they’re full of life and they look eager. Eager to learn, to experience, eager to take it all in. •And that’s what I pray for you in this next season. That you will stay open and tender (especially to the Holy Spirit🕊️), stay eager to learn and accept, to include and love, to find joy in all your new experiences and fun adventures ahead. •I’m confident of and trust in God‘s promises for you, that he has good plans for you - plans to give you a hope and a future!🙌🏼 Remember that Gods promises are always greater than your obstacles. •When challenges arise and down in the dumps days come, and they will come, hold fast to your Savior, knowing He cares deeply for you and loves you extravagantly💗 Remember to invite Him into the picture at any given moment, acknowledge His hand when you see Him moving because when you do, He promises to make your path straight. He will be your comforter and your guide and bring you strength and joy right when you need it. •Continued in comments….