Sunday, February 5, 2006

Sweet sixtenn

Sixteen yrs ago, today, a young black woman went into premature labor and gave birth to a 2lb, 9oz little baby girl.  Sixteen yrs ago, today, that baby was poked and prodded and given all sorts of medical treatment, was flown to a trauma hospital, was put in a special crib, was abandoned by that black woman - her mother.  

This morning, a 16 yr old, bi-racial, beautiful young woman, sang a solo in church.  She stood tall and strong, her lovely face lifted, her voice amazing and pure of tone.   That 16 yr old young woman is my adopted sister.  i was and am so proud of her.  i am thankful to God for allowing her to make it past 2lbs 9oz and also for bringing her to my parents and our family.  

To say my heart is full - is an understatement of epic proportions.

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