28 Reasons to do it again

28 Reasons to do it again:
1. Our wedding was a lot of fun
2. My bride was and remains beautiful on the inside and the outside
3. Sally Burke Singletary - April 1, 1992
4. Emily Page Singletary - May 13, 1994
5. Lucelia May Singletary - March 13, 2000
6. She's a great mom
7. She's a great friend
8. She is a seeker of all things good in life
9. She's spiritually grounded
10. She's funny and does not take herself or others too seriously
11. She lifts me up (always!)
12. She is an explorer
13. She likes to party
14. She's a great cook
15. She feeds us healthy foods
16. She stays fit and works out with me
17. She's well read
18. She works hard
19. She's eternally optimistic
20. She keeps the house clean
21. She's a sports fan
22. She likes to plant things and watch them grow
23. She's a great kisser
24. She's the pool boy

25. She knows how to deal with life’s curve balls

26. She’s the best story teller ever

27. She listens intently when our girls call or talk (and they do so often)

28. She does not rub it in when the Dawgs beat the Heels!

Happy Birthday Dad

Queen of Katwe

This looks like an inspiring story, with interesting ties to Chapel Hill.

“Phiona Mutesi is the ultimate underdog. To be African is to be an underdog in the world. To be Ugandan is to be an underdog in Africa. To be from Katwe is to be an underdog in Uganda. And finally, to be female is to be an underdog in Katwe.”

Make it a great Monday

Mom and I joined Lucy and a number of her friends at church yesterday (at Riverbend Church) for Lily Young's Baptism. The 11:15AM service is described this way: Participatory, Modern, Band-led style of worship in our main auditorium - The Home for Hope. The band was great, including this Bob Dillon song, Gotta Serve Somebody. The pastor was also quite good, Pastor Dave Haney. 

Lucy gave Lily a devotional book after the service. During the service, Mom found this devotional on our anniversary date, September 17th. It is a great message for us right now!

Nuggets from Dad returns

Such a cool picture of our Lucy May Singletary!

Hey girls,

I had a great anniversary weekend with mom, and now it is my birthday week! I've decided to bring Nuggets back, but this time the posts will only go to our immediate family, at least for a while. 

I want to take some time to write about the transition we are going through, as we start the process of downsizing. Some of what I will be sharing will be information that we should keep among ourselves. I think it is important that we have a way of documenting and reflecting on what we are doing, especially to so everyone understands why we are doing this and how it will help going forward.

So starting tomorrow, look for some daily doses of Dad's nuggets. So that I know everybody is getting the posts, could you all shoot me a text to confirm that you received this one?

Thanks and I love you all!

Dad

Happy Birthday Emily Page Singletary

Mom:

1. Emily impresses me with her fortitude and incredible attitude. With golf and fashion design, she is often pushed past limits that others would crumble under. She stays strong and always does her best. I am so proud of you Emily! There is nothing life can throw you that you will not be able to handle!

2. Emily is a true friend in every since of the word. She supports her teammates, roommates and friends as they deal with life without expecting any thing in return. Of course it's nice to be loved back, And everyone loves Emily!!!

3) I absolutely love how Emily calls me most every day and updates me on her life. Please don't ever stop. Happy Birthday sweet Emily. Your mama loves you!

Sally:

1. I love how Emily can be friends with absolutely anyone. She has a great way of relating to people and is one of the most empathetic people I know. She takes no friendship lightly or for granted. She finds qualities to appreciate in everyone and makes everyone feel special. 

2. I love how Emily stays so true to herself always. She has not strayed from her love of fashion design and has persevered with extreme fortitude. She is passionate, driven, talented and going to succeed without a doubt in whatever she wants! 

Lucy:

1. One thing I love about Emily is her constant positive attitude. She has taken her senior year with such a graceful approach and I admire that everyday. She finds the bright side of every situation and certainly knows how to have fun no matter what situation she's put in. 

2. I love how Emily is always so supportive. She has always been supportive of me and Sally in everything we do but it is clear she is also very supportive of her classmates, teammates and friends at school. Thank you for being such a great big sister meme! :)

Dad:

1. Emily, we are so super proud of what you have accomplished at SCAD these past four years. You made a choice to pursue a design career that is very rigorous and challenging, but you went all in. You have excelled in the classroom (aka, the lab), in the gym (aka, Coach Carter), on the golf course, (aka Captain), and as a friend and advisor to your pals. These skills and attributes will all translate into the amazing life that is in front of you in the world. 

2. Thanks for being such a special member of our family. You are the connector between your big and little sister, and they both adore you so much. You are a great communicator with your parents. Mom and I have had so much fun going through the past four years with you - the ups and the downs - and watching you develop into such a talented and amazing young woman!

Happy Birthday Sally Singletary

Lucy:

1. I love the way Sally is so dedicated to everything she does. She always wants to do what she's doing to the best of her ability and works so hard to make sure she can.

2. I love how creative Sal is. She is always amazing me with the things she comes up with for work and just in life. I'm so proud to call her my sister :)

Emily:

1. I love that Sally is so driven in all things but specifically her job. She has created an amazing set up for her self at a young age and I'm sure the future holds only more greatness. 

2. I love that Sally is always there to hear my stories and talk on the phone about anything, mostly fashion choices. I'm going to miss being in the same state as Sal so much and can't wait for all of the sister reunions to come! Love you Salpal

Dad:

1. I am impressed with how thoughtful Sally is of others. She has a special way of celebrating the accomplishments of others and of making them feel better about themselves.

2. I love how Sally stays so organized and on top of all of the things going on in her life.

3. I also like her boyfriend - he's a good guy.

Mom:

1. I love how Sally likes to share her life with me and how she takes so much time to make each trip I take to Atlanta meaningful. She plans dinners so that I can meet the people most instrumental in her life and takes me to the best shops . 

2. I love how loving and kind Sally is. She is so considerate and thoughtful and always thinks of others before herself. She is the best at picking out gifts that fit each person perfectly.