Let me introduce you to #ClarkWayne, who is celebrating his Golden Birthday today!!
Since the day he was born, Clark has rocked our world.
He was such a happy baby with BIG kissable cheeks, but didn’t love sleeping. (Why sleep when there’s the entire world to discover!?)
As a toddler he was so precious, but would BITE when he didn’t like something. (This caused us to get kicked out of the gym child care for a few months.)
As a preschooler he was so friendly, but a little too ROUGH when playing with friends…which made a lot of uncomfortable moments with other moms. (So many apologies…)
He’d wake us up before dawn and whisper, “Mama …waffles…juice!”
Thankfully, Clark stopped biting. He still climbs, but has more stability. He’s still a little rough, and wakes up way too early, but he is SO full of LIFE and JOY.
He often exclaims that this is the “BEST DAY EVER” just because there’s a fort in the living room or because we make s’mores after dinner.
He’s a leader who knows how to gather his friends for a cause – whether it’s a lemonade stand, dog wash, fort building, bike show, backyard games or foot races…he’s never bored.
He is thoughtful: “Mom, here’s a quarter from my piggy bank. I’d like to buy you some coffee.”
He is funny: “Mom, George is 7, I’m 5, Paul is 3, and Luke is BLASTOFF!”
He always keep me on my toes. Click here for the story about how he snuck a snake into the car – and then let me know he lost it while I was driving down the road with a car full of kids.
This summer, Clark and I had great conversation about what heaven is like that ended with Clark praying and asking Jesus to be his forever friend!
We are so glad to get to celebrate one more year with Clark – our SuperKid!
6 Comments
Corey Criswell
September 9, 2017 at 1:52 pmOh, I love what you’ve written so much. What a treasure!
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September 9, 2017 at 2:15 pmThanks for saying the Corey! I love your comments!
Vickey Rachow
September 9, 2017 at 8:08 pmHello old friend,
I love reading your blog! As a mom of 3 boys and a girl myself, I find great comfort in the peace you bring. From the first time I came over to your house and Tate and Clark played, you were amazing to talk to. That was the day I found out you were starting this amazing journey. I always say to myself I wish I had known you earlier.
Vickey
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September 9, 2017 at 8:37 pmHi Vickey! Thanks so much for your comment and kind words. You made my day! I’m thankful to have gotten to know you before we moved! You’ve got a great family.
Kevin
September 10, 2017 at 7:11 amSo glad you are recording and blogging! The kids will treasure this when they get older!
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