Stephenson Family Ties

I have for the first time found what I can truly love-

I have found you. You are my sympathy- my

better self- my good angel- I am bound to you

with a strong attachment. I think you good, gifted

lovely: a fervent, a solemn passion is conceived in

my heart; it leans to you, draws you to my centre

and spring of life, wrap my existence about you-

and, kindling in pure, powerful flame, fuses you and me in one.

from: Jane Eyre

by: Charlotte Bronte

How is it that sweet young girls that you clearly recall being babies just yesterday can call one day and announce with ecstatic glee that they are getting married!!!??? How did this baby become a lady!!!???

What a miracle it is that nearly perfect girls find nearly perfect boys to marry!

This "circle of life" thing is sometimes haunting...for those of us in the wanning years.

Im so grateful to Carly for calling her crazy aunt and sharing with me her happy news!

Dearest Carly, you have grown into a choice young lady with the help of your wonderful parents and wise choices. All that know and love you know that Jared is getting a real catch. (and I think he knows it well too!) Love you tons Carly and congratulations!!!

(you guys are adorable!!)