From 6th grade, to Young Woman to Bride

The story of a daughter is still unfolding, and I've had the privilege of watching one of my dearest little sisters in Christ grow into the woman God is molding and shaping her to be. Cindy Goodson, now Blanchard, has been a part of my heart for many years now, and she asked Ava to carry her teddy bear from childhood down the aisle at her wedding a few weeks ago. I wanted to share some pictures with you of the lovely Cindy and her teddy bear girl. I love you, Cindy! I give thanks for you. I know that the plans God has for your life, He will fulfill as you walk in step with him and allow Him to lead. May it be a beautiful journey, a faith legacy.

The last pictures I posted were of our trip to Edisto with my family, and I'll just pick back up where I left off! My goal is to get all caught up by Sunday with posts scheduled to appear into next 2 weeks.

On the 20th of June, Ben and I celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary! I love you, sweetheart!



As of this summer, Ava is very into cooking! A little chef in the making? I can't wait to share Auntie Jenn's and my love for Cooking Light magazine!



Cindy's rehearsal kicked off on June 25, and her wedding was the following day. These are candids we snapped of those two days. Cindy, I'll give you a CD, and you can choose which ones you like. There's a lot more!











And on to the beautiful day...



A lovely pair. Cindy's bouquet is made of buttons that have been a part of her family for generations. I thought it was so beautiful and so clever!







A few of the girls who were in my discipleship group before Miss Ava and Maia came along. They have become my little sisters, and each is so very precious to me.



Mr. and Mrs. Andy Blanchard!



My dear friend and long time spiritual mentor, Kathy Alwood. She and her husband and son just followed the Lord's calling to Ireland to be missionaries. Oh, how I'm going to miss them!