We named him after his grandfather Howard Deloach (a wonderful man of God) We chose Howard because of it's meaning ( Guardian of the Home) Allen ( Handsome, cheerful). He was definately a handsome and cheerful child. Guardian of the home would come later. As a mom, I could not believe that one day I would have to trust another woman with his heart. As we raised him at home, I was always concerned that with his easy going nature, he might be bullied or over run. That hurt my heart.
However, God brought to him the most perfect young woman for him. Her name is Jennifer Gannon. They were married in Sept 2005. I woke up this morning and sent him a happy birthday text. Then I got my bible, study notes, and laptop. I then logged on to my blog to start with my Sunday morning reflection and bible study for my life. At that moment something caught my eye. It was Jennifer's Blog titled "Your Day". http://thegreensajb.blogspot.com/2011/02/your-day.html I opened it and the rivers of tears started pouring as such sweet sentiments were being bestowed on my son. The same son I was concerned that would be bullied and run over, the sweet son that my heart has hurt prematurely for sooooo long ago. I then realized that the name we chose for him has definitely become a prophecy fulfilled. He is a "guardian of the home" as testified by his loving wife. There is nothing we did to make this child into these things. We messed up more times than we did thing right. God is merciful, full of grace, and he has made a way. This has encouraged me this morning. Jennifer, Thank you for being you and most of all, thank you for loving and treating my son with honor and respect. I Love You!
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