Hannah's 17!!!!!!!!!!

Seventeen years ago today, Hannah Elizabeth made a fast and furious entrance into our world and it has never been the same! Thank you Hannah for being my daughter! Your name means "grace" and their were times that I thought we mis-named you. But look at you now...a very 'gracful' young lady who is a delight to be around. Ok, lets try to sum up your 17 years...
1. RSV - enough said
2. Not the baby of the family anymore
3. You could take your heart blanket and make 10+ outfits with it!!! You would wear you 'designs' around the house with your thumb in your mouth. Too cute
4.You wanted to be a fireman more than anything!! You even had a fireman's outfit that you got for Christmas.
5. Neicy Whittle
6. Moving to Clifton and having Ms. Bartels as your first grade teacher. You have wanted to be a teacher ever since. Getting baptised with Daddy performing the service
7. You became 'known' for your organizing abilities...teachers at school would want you to help them with their classrooms (you still are the most organzied person I know)
8. Your love to read was really growing...at Christmas you asked for a 'cd that just played music...no words" and you still have that cd and still enjoy instrumental music
9.Fourth grade flags marching at the football games - a big time Daddy's girl
10 Fifth grade camp - Rebecca, Sara and Heather were your good friends
11.Middle school - first dance and Rebekah helped you to get ready
12.Another surprise birthday party with Katie Fry as the surprise!!
13.Miracle healing of your eye
14.Going to Disney World
15.Knee Surgery...not a good basketball year
16. Getting your drivers license & playing BB with sister Rebekah; cheering with all your sisters
17. A delightful young lady who desires to serve Jesus in all that you do. I couldn't be more proud!!
I don't know what else is in store for you, but you are on the right track. I admire your ability to love people right where they are, to be passionate for Christ and your desire to be involved hands on in His mission work and to still find comfort in your daddy's lap. I love you so very much and hope that this day has been special for you.