Clay in the Hands

Today is the first day of class for my oldest son.  He is headed to college and today is his first day.

I remember when Kristi and I walked him into his kindergarten class for his first day of school.  I remember all the school programs, awards assemblies and other school functions.  I remember soccer games and basketball games and all the other games in which we watched him play.  I remember the surgeries and the doctors’ visits.  I remember the hiking trips.  I remember the mission trips and the church activities.  I remember the awesome privilege of baptizing him.

Today is full of memories as I think about the man my son is becoming.  My prayer is that God will direct him in all his ways as he acknowledges God in all things.

Jared, I am extremely proud of you.  Please know that I am always here for you!