This is Madison’s last first day and of course the kids’ last first day of school-together. Of course looking back at pictures is always nostalgic. Gives you a “twinge” of loss, time lost, or moments lost. Nothing has really been lost. It’s only been gained one piece at a time building upon another and adding up to this very moment. I’m so proud, deeply proud of these kids. I’m proud of the human beings they have become-through the grace of God. PURE Grace of our loving Father. This year is an exciting one for Madison, as she is deeply connected to the Lord and seeking whole heartedly as well for her. Her eyes are wide open her ears are open. Her heart is open for what opportunities he might bring her way, and what direction he might lead. She’s very intent on being an intentional, spiritual leader for her school this year. Being a senior, finally having a position, carrying a lot of responsibility for the younger classes coming in. She feels the weight of that, and th...