This week Robin and I drove over to Lake Charles and picked up her new (used) car. It's a 2005 Ford Escape. She loves it! She test drove this vehicle and a Mustang and preferred the Escape. She said she felt 'safer' in it. (What a smart girl!) God really blessed us with a great deal.
Since the kids were born, one of our goals was to bless them with a good car in their Senior year of High School that they can drive while in college. I am so thankful that God helped us to meet this goal with Robin. She's such a good girl and has been such a good student and I'm so glad we can bless her this way.
I know those who are reading will remember your first car. It's a really cool experience and Robin responded in typical fashion. She was giddy. Giggling the entire time. The truth is, I was too. Driving home from Lake Charles, I kept looking back in the rearview mirror and it seemed like Robin's smile took up the entire windshield of that car. My heart was so full I asked God, "Is this what you feel when you get to bless your children?" I think it is.
Noooooooo... Not driving!! She made a good choice... but she had a good example!
ReplyDeleteShe is so precious, they grow up so fast, I remember I always wanted a Mustang, My dad was shopping for me my 1st new car, I could not get off of work, so he was searching for me with Robins Ford in Jeanerette, My dad used to only buy FORD. Well He called my office told me they found a Good Mustang, but the Insurance was twice as much as the car note, And the note on a Ford Escort and Mustang were the same 1984. Needless to say I took the Escort. Because I had to pay the Insurance. You and Donna Must be so proud of her, I am!!!
ReplyDeletero. Jeff,
ReplyDeleteI just found out about your blog spot in the Times...
WOW! What great words of wisdom you speak. I am going through some of your old ones and find myself tearing up as you speak about your family/children...
We too, are trying to make MEMORIES with ours. Our oldest (20) is serving in the United States Marine Corp. The 18 yr old is in his 1st yr @ at tech school & our baby (15) is a HS freshman...
Just a word to encourage you to continue the good work (fight) giving people hope and making precious memories for your children. We never know which ONE will stick with them FORever!