Celebrations

That was May 29, 2022. Two days before Si’s accident. We were celebrating Samson’s birthday. We do that every year. We know it’s silly. But it’s a tradition!

We had absolutely no idea what was coming less than 48 hours later. We had no idea that absolutely everything was about to change.

And we never know what the future holds. But God always does. He is never surprised. He is never thwarted. He equips us for what He has for us. He is always with us. He loves us with the purest love that never ever ceases.

Now for May 29, 2023. Another celebration of Samson. It is hard to fathom all that transpired in just one year. But God knew. From the beginning of time. He was in every single detail.

As you may know, today is the actual one year anniversary of the accident. We talked a lot over the last few weeks about how we wanted to spend the day. How we wanted to celebrate all that the Lord has done. And honestly, we made the perfect choice. Silas and I rode electric bikes all over Farragut. 25 miles to be exact. We stopped for lunch at La Parillas. Um yes please. Tonight, we had the sweetest little cookout with family and Si’s dear friend Braden (the one who was at camp with him). We all took a long walk after dinner. We had some pool time. Perfection.

Thank you all so much for praying for us. Thank you for caring. Thank you for coming alongside us in this journey. Thank you for sharing in all the joy and in all the sorrow. The Lord has used you in a mighty way.

And once again, here is sweet Si’s testimony. I know you will be so blessed by it.

“My Testimony” — by Silas