Smiley Bates I'll Call You

Happy Birthday, Erin! Your name is an Irish name that means “peace,” & your middle name “Elise” means “oath of God” or “consecrated to God.” And when I look at your life, that’s exactly what’s reflected… there’s a calm & a peace about you that’s indescribable. It overflows into your home atmosphere, even in the midst of kids running & playing & sometimes making messes… still there’s peace. There’s no explanation for it other than the Lord shining so brightly in your life. You make Him the center

Happy 21st Birthday, Jackson! Where has time gone from that little boy that could sound like an encyclopedia or could sound like a comedian, depending on what mood you were in? You’re super fun & outgoing! You’re sensitive & tenderhearted. You’re inquisitive & creative. You’re talented. You have initiative & a good work ethic. You appreciate the little things, & you give attention to detail. You’re a giver, & I’ve seen you surprise some of your siblings with the sweetest gifts. You’re a good tal

Happy Birthday, Whitney! I say this every year, but it’s so very true; you have one of the absolute sweetest personalities I know! You’ve been the most perfect daughter-in-law for ten years, but more than that, you’ve been a close friend to everyone in the family! Your house is one of the first places the kids all ask to go to! And your name is one of the first ones spoken by all of them when they want advice or approval or someone to hang out with!You’ve been a huge encouragement to each of us.