Today I'm going to get just a little mushy....it's Natalie's 17th birthday!!! Every time I say that I find it so hard to believe. How did she get to be 17!!?? She should still be playing w/ barbies, not looking at prom dresses. She should still have a bed time of 8:30, not working till 9 & then starting her homework after that. I know that time has away of moving on & college visits are in our near future, & really I'm excited for her. I know that she is seeking His will in the decisions that she's making. I know that she is constantly becoming a godly young woman after Gods own heart & how exciting that is to see. So even though my momma heart would love to turn the clock back for just a little bit, I'm thankful for this time to watch her grow in grace & love & see all the great things God has for her. She makes my heart smile always!! And even more than that--I'm sure God is smiling too!!! Happy Birthday sweet girl!!! Jeremiah 29:11- "For I know the plans I have for you," declares The Lord, "plans to prosper you & not to harm you, plans to give you hope & a future."