I have so much joy in my heart

I now reside in a family full of college graduates (at least for the next couple weeks until Amanda has the baby). This past weekend, Sarah Michelle Walter became the last to receive her bachelors degree. And in three weeks (after she finishes her classes) it will be official.

So, as it is, we have a Master of Divinity, Bachelors for education, music ministry, biology and political science. Three of us have work towards our Masters completed, and two of us are using our degrees (unfortunately, I'm only counting mom and dad for this one).

I am so proud of my family. Though it has never been easy (especially for the less ambitious ones), we have all come through with flying colors. Now my prayer with this little one that will be gracing us with his presence, is that he can continue down a similar path. To accomplish a task, such as this, it takes unity and a family devoted to an idea.

I am thankful everyday, for having parents that pushed me when I wasn't interested in finishing things (or starting, or working on). Sister that were able to push me, sometimes, guilt me into getting things done. It was seldom ever easy, but they were supportive the entire way.

So, to my baby sister I say, "Congratulations! I am very proud of you!"