I saw this wall sign when we were in Cannon Beach and I couldn't agree more. Why do we grow so tired of love...perhaps, because it's conditional and has human limits attached. Christ has shown us that love knows no bounds. He was always quick to recieve someone who was in need, regardless of where that person had been or what they had done. In fact, he exemplified the greatest expression of love known to mankind when He chose to die for all...even those who would never accept Him. He gave of himself freely, because He was more concerned about God being glorified, than protecting himself from the feelings of painful rejection. Kids teach us alot by how they interact with the world around them and if Markus could verbalize it; this wall sign would fit his philosophy of life to a t; enjoy life to the fullest, celebrate it, revel in it without regard for what others think and enjoy and cherish those who God has put in your path. Express your love to them in lavish and undeniable ways; love, knowing that, regardless of painful experiences or rejection, you have beent true to who God made you to be by fully giving yourself away. After all, He did the same for us. And look at what we have available to us as a result...life everlasting! True love never demands, it freely gives itself away.
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yeah.... Markus LOVES his little sister! looks like he's going to be a GREAT big brother (maybe overprotective someday), but definitely a great brother. and i LOVE that first photo where Kelsey is showing sheer joyful shock that Markus is so willing to hug and love his little sister right away! :)
Congratulations Wilkening Family! Great Job! She looks absolutely adorable. Oh would I ever love to
hold her. Praise God for this great and precious
gift. I am so happy for all of you. Take care, Lisa McKee
I love the way "wonder" and "joy" is captured in these pictures. We love you with all our hearts. So wish we could hug you all alot sooner than in March. XOXO Grammie and Papa
I am so excited for you guys. I can't wait till we're down there again and can see everyone. By the way I like Tam was thinking Hannah but my second choice was Halle.
Shoot I forgot to up write my name! ~Jenn
Congratulations!!!! We just got back from our trip and I knew she would arrive while we were gone. LOVE all the pictures - she's just beautiful! Praying for you all.
What a beautiful family! What love, what joy, what pure pleasure! We can hardly wait to see all of you in person.
Please ask Markus to give Halle an extra hug from her Uncle John and Tia Mona.
You are all in our hearts and prayers. Thank you for your fantastic description of family love.
We love you,
John, Mona, John Roland, Jordan, Juan, Teresa and Max
What a wonderful greeting from Big Brother! That's a good start may it always continue.
Krissy
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