Natalie and Isaac, my two peas in a pod,
I am overwhelmed with gratitude when I watch your beauty. The depth of your expressions, your enthusiastic joy-- They move me to be in awe of God’s creativity. Your mother is a rock, I married above my grade, Her strength, focus, and delicate beauty Move me to love, passion, thanksgiving. Your mother is a superstar. God wrote a masterpiece when he brought Your mother and me together. We both decided long ago that our dreams Would not be limited by our heritage. Yet, we are grateful for that heritage, A heritage full of good cooking, laughter, struggle. We are better, stronger, more resilient because-- We come from quarry men, quilters, preachers, and teachers. Natalie and Isaac, my two peas in a pod, You are part of a much grander story. A story-- That is not your own. You play a lead role everyday, In God’s story to redeem the world. So, play your role well. Remember-- You come from quarry men, quilters, preachers, and teachers. Paint your masterpiece with beauty, Tell your story with creativity, Point to the next world as you bring heaven to earth.
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Paul GibsonPaul is the husband to Tara, father to Natalie and Isaac, has an average jump shot, and enjoys running. His secret wish is to one day become a Jedi Knight. Paul holds a doctorate in marriage and family counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and currently serves as senior pastor of Harrodsburg Baptist Church. Paul desires to help young couples navigate the early crucibles of marriage, especially when one or both of the spouses are engaged in vocational ministry. Tara GibsonTara wears several hats; wife to Paul, Mom to Natalie and Isaac, Physical Therapist by day, and Noonday Collection ninja at night. Tara cares deeply about helping other women understand their true identities and developing their relationships with Christ. Tara likes to read, cook, and learn about all things Disney.
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