I wish
my girls would stop growing up, and stop having birthdays… I can’t believe how
fast time has gone by.. and I seriously can’t believe how fast this kiddo has
grown up. I mean for real. Like right before my eyes. I remember holding her
when she was just a little bitty thing, and how she has become a beautiful young
lady, and a true friend.You
can’t really explain the bond of cousins, unless of course, you have amazing
cousins like I do. This girl has been in my life for so long now, that I
actually don’t remember life without her. We have had so many good
times, and I am so great full that we have had such an awesome relationship all
throughout her life. I am so proud of her. Let me just list 16 reasons why I am
SO proud to say she is my cousin….
1.
She loves Jesus . She shines for
him. She tells others about him, she teaches about him, she acts for him, and
she does everything she can to bring glory and honor to her Lord. We could all
learn a little something from her. She has taught me that even when being silly
on stage, you can still shine for Jesus.
2.
She adores her friends. She has
made lots of friends throughout her life at various places… and she loves them
all.
3.
Carrington is super close with
her family. She is always willing to babysit, or lend a hand to help a family
member in need. She loves her brothers and has always been spoiled by them.
4.
She will probably be famous one
day. Carrington is one of those actors that just draws your eye. I may be saying
this because I am related to her, but I do firmly believe that when I am
watching one of her plays that my eyes are on her the entire time because I know
her… however, I think everyone else is watching her because she is just THAT
good!
5.
She has such a big heart. She
really does love people. She loves to serve, she loves to help, she simply
loves.
6.
She spends her free time visiting
the nursing home, or baking goodies for the elderly, or working with people to
do something GREAT for someone else. She is a giver.
7.
Carrington is a hard worker. She loves to act, dance, and be silly... but she also does these things with determination that is to be admired. She is great at school, SOOO smart, and so creative. Truly an inspiration.
8.
Carrington is super smart. She
not only gets good grades, but she also has a good head on her
shoulders.
9.
She makes wise choices. This is
something I try to teach my girls, and my students in my class. Make WISE
choices. Choose good friends, choose to do the right thing, choose to stand up
for what you believe in, choose to keep your mouth closed, choose to forgive,
choose to love. Choices people. Make wise ones.. and she does. So I am
proud!
10.
She listens. She listens to her
elders, which is important, but she also listens to people. She is a great
listener if you have a problem or need someone to turn to in a time of need just
to listen… this girl is the way to go.
11.
She is sweet. It takes a lot to
be sweet in this world sometimes… especially when others are not so sweet back
to you…and she is, she is just sweet.
12.
Carrington is compassionate. She
goes on mission trips, she gives to others, and she truly wants to see others
come to know the Lord.
13.
She knows how to have fun. This
is important, and she does it well.
14.
She laughs at herself. This is
also very important, and she does that well too!
15.
She enjoys learning. She likes
learning new things, she likes learning in school, and she likes to learn new
games.
16.
She is striving to be more and
more like Jesus daily. That’s what all of us should be doing.. and she does it.
I am proud of her for these reasons and so many more!
I hope you have an AWESOME birthday and I hope it is filled with
ALL the things you enjoy. I love you Sweet girl.
