Ridgell's Originals

 Andrew is turning 14 tomorrow, and is my custom, here are the reasons I love him, am proud of him, and why we celebrate him.

Let me start with the most important.  He is a passionate Jesus follower.  He wants to do what is right.  He loves God and he loves others.  He not only will -- but he is -- making a difference in this world for the Kingdom.

Andrew genuinely wants the best for everyone.  He is happy for other people to do well.  He is kind and nice to everyone.  He talks to adults and to little kids.  And they all like him.

He loves sports.  Really good baseball player.  Great hitter.  One of the few players I watch expecting to see one hit out.  Good basketball player.  Great shooter.  But he does not find his identity in sports.That is important.

Loves music.  Plays the violin.  Already in the High School orchestra.

Loves his family.  All of us.  Still OK to be seen with the old grandparents.  Protective of his brother and sister.  

Loves to hunt and fish.  Just loves the outdoors.

Doesn't mind helping at the Ranch.  Even when it does not involve getting ready to hunt.

Does well in school.  Good grades.  Lots of leadership.

I have no idea what the future holds for Andrew in sports or in school.  No idea what he will end up doing for a living.  

But he will love Jesus, his family, and people.

And his Pops.

So thanks God for Andrew.  Protect him and use him in your Kingdom.  I look forward to what you will do in him and thru him.

# posted by Steve @ 5:00 AM