A Trip of a Lifetime

It was 33 years ago today that our beautiful daughter was born to 2 very proud parents, 2 awaiting brothers, and 1 enthusiastic sister. At that time, we were living on a military base outside the Land of the Great PX. It was about 2:00 AM when she decided she was going to wake up the family (and the neighbors). Her sister was going to look after her 2-year-old brother while Dad took off for the hospital and she was at the window looking at the scenery unfold below on the street. It seems that Dad was quite nervous although he wouldn't admit that. He went out to start the Chrysler and in the process, flooded it. (Not excited?) Then he went to the little VW that needed a new battery and tried that. In the meantime, our neighbor across the street must have spotted me on the sidewalk holding my suitcase, so he came barreling out his driveway and said "hop in". Now, this is a "man" thing: Daddy said, "no!" "No" with me standing on the street ready and willing to ride with this neighbor in his big luxury station wagon. But Daddy said "no, I'll do it". He then pushed the VW down the hill to start it, stopped long enough for me to jump in the car holding my suitcase, and off we went! That was the bumpiest ride I think I have ever taken other than on a carnival ride when I was younger! But, the great news is that we made it in plenty of time and in great condition. Our daughter was born several hours later and was, without question, the most beautiful little 7 lb. 8 oz. baby girl I had ever seen! (I wish I could post a baby picture of her but I don't have the capability).

Since that time, our daughter has brought us much happiness for she has been such a blessing to all of us. She is grown, married, has a family of her own; yet, she is still our pretty little baby daughter of whom we are so very proud. What wonderful memories we hold of the past 33 years! My advice to you, the reader: build your memories while they are in the making, cherish them all, and store them in your heart for future reference. What great company they will be for you in the future!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KENDRA!