Lori's Rambling

Father’s Day has become a bittersweet day in our household since Scott’s death.   While I have always loved and appreciated my dad for the father he has been to me, since Scott’s death I have come to treasure that relationship even more.  When I look at Jaelyn and see what she lost when Scott died, I do not take for granted the love my dad has for me, the time he spends with me, and how he still takes care of me.   Jaelyn lost an incredible father who loved her dearly, spent lots of time with her, and took great care of her (and made sure that she would continue to be taken care of if anything happened to him).  He would be so proud of the wonderful young lady that she is.   Yet, Jaelyn was not only blessed with a wonderful father (although her time with him was short), she has been blessed with a few wonderful men in her life, who have really invested in her life, love her dearly, spend time with her, and take great care of her.  It would not be Father’s Day wi

Today I had the honor and blessing of presenting the third annual Scott Bradley Scholarship Award at our church for Youth Sunday for a graduating senior showing great faith and adventure in their walk with God.  As always, God was working ahead of time.  This year, due to one of Scott’s investments coming to fruition, I was able to contribute double financially what I have been able to contribute the first two years.  Normally I would not share the financial side of this, but it is a vital part of understanding God working in all of this.  I made this decision a couple of weeks ago prior to the selection process (which is completely done by the youth and youth leaders) for the winner.  Imagine my surprise when I arrived at church this morning and found out that this year there was a tie for the winner!  Yet, why should I be surprised?   God provided financially for the tie ahead of time (in fact, four years ago — as this investment was initiated by Scott a couple of months before his