Ridgell's Originals

She is her own person.  Avery makes up her own mind.  She has her own style.  She is not overly swayed by what everyone else decides to do.  The teen years are full of peer pressure.  Some of it good, but lots of it bad.  I want her to keep her sense of self.  To go her own way.  

She is strong, a good athlete, and in really good shape physically.  With all the hormones of the teen years, I pray she will keep taking care of herself physically.  Gymnastics is her sport and I look forward to the next few years of competitive work.

Smart.  I pray she does not stop working and learning.  Teen years are tough to keep everything in perspective.  Do not slack off on your studies.

People like the Ave.  She is kind, friendly, and nice to everyone.  She is quiet and shy until you get to know her and then she is funny and a delight to hang out with.  People skills are valuable.  But keep being a friend to everyone.  Especially those who do not have anyone else.

I see spiritual signs of growth in you.  Keep it up.  You love animals.  God made them and He expects us to care for them.  You do.  Your love your family.  You love your Mimi and Pops.  God put us in families so keep cherishing and caring for yours.

You will break a lot of hearts over the next few years.  May even get your heart broken.  Be smart about relationships.  Choices have consequences.  But it will be OK as long as you work on the one relationship that matters most.  There is One who loves you more than anyone else every will.  It will absolutely be your longest relationship.  God and Jesus.

So Ave, your teen yours are when you get yourself ready for life on your own.  

You will be a great teenager.  Because you are a great kid.  And that won't change.