Today I am thankful for my in-laws, specifically the women in the Laparra family. How can I be so blessed to have married into the family I did?
I've been in countless conversations with people about how much they dislike their in-laws, and quickly I realize I cannot relate. I love my in-laws and really connect with them. They truly have become my family and I feel so at home with them.
In fact, my sisters-in-law have become not only my sisters but also my friends. Elisabeth lives with us, communes with us, and pours into us. She is kind, loving, servant-hearted and goofy like her brother. We are kindred spirits. Rebekah is such a joy--always smiling, always helping, always loving. Leah is a servant at the core. It's clear she loves Jesus with all her heart and serves others because she wants to serve Him. And Abbie, oh Abbie...she is so sweet, so innocent, so kind and silly.
Then there's Becky and Amber, who are connected through marriage, which immediately means I am one of them, since I too married a Laparra. Becky is sassy, outspoken, loving, witty, and oh so dear to me. Amber is one of a kind; patient and loving...all demonstrated through her love for Paul. Ha!
And last, but not least, there's my mother-in-law, Susan. Susan is one of the most Godly women I've met; kind, loving, submissive, possessing a gentle and quiet spirit, generous, and so much more. She has more patience than I can fathom. Raising 12 kids is no joke, and she has done it well. She is a blessed woman and it is plain to see God's presence in her life. I am so thankful I can learn from her and call her mom.
I love the Laparra girls. I'm thankful for each one of you! And I'm proud to be a Laparra.
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