Isn't she lovely?

I adore all of my children. In this photo, I revere my Madi. Her quiet confidence, her still understanding that our family weekend, our party to celebrate, all of it was about the special steps she had taken just moments before this photo was shot.

She understands, and you can tell.

Knowing she's done right by her God and that He is pleased with her. Knowing she is numbered with His own. Feeling His love for her, amidst a crowd of people who adore her-

she knows He adores her too.