a quiver full

A proud day for the Hanson family as our boys graduated from middle school. Both received honor role and the Presidential Academic Award of Excellence from President Bush (“Laura and I…”). Greg was also the Salutatorian. You can see his speech at videoChristcast 2.

It is tough to be a model for our kids. Parents have to be relentless in their consistency, their graciousness, and their encouragement. It doesn’t stop when they hit their teens. Actually, they need parents more than ever. So, once in a while, it’s just nice to sit back and enjoy something special. David and Greg, you rock!

Psalm 127
1 Unless the LORD builds the house,
its builders labor in vain.
Unless the LORD watches over the city,
the watchmen stand guard in vain.
2 In vain you rise early
and stay up late,
toiling for food to eat—
for he grants sleep to those he loves.
3 Sons (you too, Kristina) are a heritage from the LORD,
children a reward from him.
4 Like arrows in the hands of a warrior
are sons born in one's youth.
5 Blessed is the man
whose quiver is full of them.
They will not be put to shame
when they contend with their enemies in the gate.