"Lil' Mama"

So our 2nd child and only son, Clint (turning 13 on June 11), recently attained the long-awaited status of being slightly taller than his mother. It is safe to say that he is passing his older sister, Ellen, as well. This is an important milestones in any young man's life.

I'm glad to report that Clint is not only growing physically, be he is also a very nice young man with whom the Lord seems to be working. Of course, it doesn't ultimately matter how tall he gets physically, but we'd like for him to be a spiritual giant.

Let's mark the date. May 2008 is the month when Clint surpassed his mother in height.

Here are a couple of interesting stories about Clint.

Clint seems to enjoy working out -- lifting weights, doing push ups and sit ups. One of the things his mother can count on nearly every night before Clint goes to bed is a visit from Clint saying something like, "Look, Mom, peck shadows," while giving the obligatory muscle man pose.

Another thing that nearly put his mother in tears because it was so sweet from a mom's perspective is the following. Having made note that he was taller than his mother, Clint one evening walked up to Mary and said, "Mom, since I'm taller than you now, can I call you lil' mama?" Mary told me about Clint's question that night and said it was all she could do to maintain her composure.

The boy is no longer a boy and we couldn't be more pleased with the man he's becoming. Ladies, take note, with 3 sisters, he will make some young lady a very fine husband someday.

Just remember a few things, Clint.
1. She'll always be your mama and therefore always have a unique power over you -- until you get married and then your wife takes that spot.
2. I can still beat you in basketball.
3. Your dad is still bigger than you, but even when you get bigger than he (which is possible), you may be able to take him but he'll always be able to hurt you -- so don't try it.
4. Every time you work out your physical body, don't forget about your spiritual body.
And finally, remember, if you're going to die, die well dressed. ??????

Love ya, Dad.