Little Brother

It seems pretty much impossible that my little brother left for college on Saturday. Jonny left for Hastings College in Hastings, Nebraska to study Music Education (Yes!)and I am so excited for him!

I remember July 31, 1988 so clearly. Driving to Boulder Community Hospital going about 85mph in our crappy Dodge Ram Van to get mom there in time. My cousin Renee and I were goofing around in the bathroom, trying to avoid the nurse who was trying to kick us out and then we headed back towards the hospital room only to meet dad on the ramp and hear him say, "You have a baby brother". I'll never forget that!

I remember that night talking about how when Jonathan was 18 and graduating from High School, that mom and dad would be almost 60 and how that seemed an eternity away! Well, it's here right now. Mom is gone, we've been through so many changes since then, Jonny especially. But the thing I can say without a doubt is that I know that God is with my brother.

So, Jonny, go for all you can, serve God with a willing heart, love people deeply and learn all you can. This is your time to grow and change and find out who you are and who God has purposed you to be. I am so proud of you and love you so much!

Lastly, I'm so glad you weren't a girl, because now I know, from 18 years of experience, that little brothers ROCK!