Thursday, August 05, 2021
Austin Ridgell is turning 11
He is our youngest grandchild and he is turning 11 next week. Here are just a few reasons I love Austin Ridgell and am so proud of him.
He is his own person. Austin does not do things because everyone else does. He is a good athlete but does not focus on basketball, football, or baseball. He loves hockey. He is a small, scrappy forward but it is the sport he loves right now.
He makes friends with everyone everywhere. He really never meets a stranger. Anywhere he is he connects with people. That is a rare gift.
It is possible he talks constantly, but he is never rude or egocentric about it. He is just a talker. Yes, I am aware that may be a family trait.
He treats everyone the same. Doesn't matter your age, gender, race, or nationality. People are people to Austin. His has best friends, but they are not his only friends.
He is a genuine prayer. Thanks God for the things many take for granted. Asks God for real life help. Things like food and shelter. Protection when traveling. Always thanks God for Jesus.
Loves life. Every day is a wonderful adventure to be explored and enjoyed by Austin.
Confident. Friendly. Happy. Loves Jesus.
In fact, I want to be a lot more like Austin.
So thanks God for giving us Austin. He is exactly what our family needs. Bless Him. Protect him from harm and from the evil one. Do great things thru him and with him.
