For those that read my blog but don't know my background, let me fill you in. I have three beautiful children, Sarah Elizabeth, Andrew John and Hannah Kay!!!! Their dad and I divorced in 2003. Though we didn't stay married, he is an incredible Daddy to my three babies! A few years after we divorced, God brought a wonderful woman into his life and by this into the lives of my children as well. We call her Bonus Mom instead of step mom.
Often when others see the dynamics of our relationship, they will make a comment about the "strangeness" of our relationship but how neat it is. As a result along with the grace of God, prayers and hard work, we have not just good kids, we have GREAT kids. They are respectful, know the value of hard work and are a delight to have in our lives!!!!!
As I look back over the years and how my relationship with Angela has grown, there are a few things that have remained constant. First, she loves my children's dad. Secondly, she loves my children and loves them well. And lastly, Angela is kind. If given only one word to describe her, I'd describe as "kind".
And though "kind" describes her, it is her actions over and over that gives her that title. I can count on her to help with scheduling conflicts of the kids and work - without it being an inconvenience. She has allowed me several times to interupt her plans and helped out. She feeds my children even when they are to be with me. Yet, Angela goes beyond just being kind to my kids, she is very kind to me. I have gotten cards of encouragement. Phone calls to see if I need anything. And she is a friend.
You see, somewhere in Angela's life, she figured out that you have the biggest affect on a life by being kind. Kindness isn't just a description for her, kindness is an action!
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