There's another teenager in the house and in all honesty it's pretty hard to believe she's just 13.
Elka has matured so far beyond her age in this past year of her life, it's remarkable really. Elka is incredibly compassionate and servant hearted. She offers the shirt off her back and never expects anything in return. She loves people and could run the household herself if needed. She has endless creative energy and makes beautiful, thoughtful things constantly. Elka is a faithful friend, exceptionally generous, devoted follower of Jesus Christ and His Word, and always willing and ready to accomplish any task. I truly can't say enough to express how much she has grown this year, let alone how very proud we are of our girl.
Elka, you amaze us all every day. You make us laugh, yet cause us to well up with blubbery tears with your encouraging and considerate words and gifts. You are a joy in our home, a pillar just like your big sister, the best of friends, and servant to any and all without preference. I picture you one day all grown up and lovely, surrounded by children and animals and garden harvests and wool and overflowing, boundless love. You are so extremely special! We love you so much and are so blessed by who you are in our family. Thank you for all that you do for everyone and for how you encourage us all daily...especially your Mama.
I'm so fortunate to share my life with you, Elka.
You make me want to be a better person with how you love like Christ.
I'm so fortunate to share my life with you, Elka.
You make me want to be a better person with how you love like Christ.
I love you so much, Elka, and I am so blessed to call you daughter and friend.
"Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends."
John 15:13
