#Valerie Howell-Roots

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The wedding ceremony went about as well as expected which was fine for the family.

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help others know their value

We are just a few days ahead from our back2school outreach, and one of the things that we do is to share with students and their families that they have value.  God loves each and every one.  It is an honor to help others grow to know and experience Jesus.

Why do we want to help them grow as well as have a great school year?  think about this … Roots are important.  If roots aren’t getting nourished, the rest of the plant will not get what it needs.  When roots are strong, the rest of the plant will be strong.

Here is just a few thoughts or truths to help us and others grow in Christ and live a life and is successful.

Psalm 46:1  NLT  

God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.

Deuteronomy 31:8  NLT  

Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you.”

Trust God.  Let Him be your strength and toil your life with value.  Too many days we allow our situation and circumstances to dictate how we feel and what we do.  Life is meant to be enjoyed and us to be strong.   

James 4:8  NLT  

Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world.

Get close to God.  That is where we see God and how He values our lives.  May we give others value.  May we seek God, be an example for others and truly make a difference in the world in which we live.

Again that is just one more reason why back2school matters.  Continue to pray for back2school and choose to be part of this opportunity.  Email your questions or thoughts (emailback2school@gmail.com) and go to www.gob2s.com for more details.

Prayer List:

Pray for David Palmer and his family as his dad’s funeral is Thursday, Stephanie Penn, Cindy Kanode, Jay Joyce, Traci Karns, Barbara Matney, Cathy Dunham’s sister Leslie, Leonardo Vasquez, Martha Pennington, Timmy Howell, Danny and Kathy Wilson, Tom Swartz, Ron Harris, Jenny Biggs, Fred Spencer, Sean O’Leary, Anita Martin, Valerie Hirtriter, John Wellborn, Dionna Cameron, Ricky Burnette, Felecia Watkins, and Steve Bradshaw.

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Valerie dropped by for a visit and chatted with Matthew.

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The wedding itself went well and despite Victoria watching through a wall and Evelyn in the windows, I think almost all of the guests actually watched the wedding this time so that's a win! Also Victoria managed to not wear white to her sister's wedding, low bar win but I'll take it.

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With the triplets in the house Dell doesn't even need to tend to the toddlers skills. Though it would be nice if the teens would work on their own skills...

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Forgotten child Patrick and Valerie enjoy each other's company and also help each other with their childhood aspirations through playing together.

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The triplets aged up and things are already feeling easier to deal with even if they are making messes. 

Not only do the Root children have a new sibling on the way, Patrick and the triplets became big siblings to the daughter that Lou and Vlad had, Veronica, but for the time being the household is recovering from triplet infants. 

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The family reunion was chaos. For some reason I thought the game would give me a photo collage of all attendees so that's why I invited everyone... I just got picture frames to put the pictures in... nice ones but whatever.

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Dinner was a comfortable chaos as the family got the chance to meet and catch up with everyone else.

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Soon it was time for the first generation triplets to become adults and slightly update their look.

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Valerie invited the household (actually just Dell) over to hang out but the kids were more interested in the rides and stuff next door.

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Valerie came over to visit so the pregnancy issue could take a side step. Thankfully, Valerie got along well with everyone in the household.

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As usual the guests were invited to come eat and mingle which they gladly did though the festivities turned sour when Amy and Eloise decided to woohoo in the middle of the room which effectively ticked everyone off except Patrick of all people because he was talking with Vaughn near the bathroom and didn't see.

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As I tried to prepare for the wedding itself, everyone kind of just milled about.

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It was wedding time!