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Resurrection weekend with my greatest blessings ❤️✝️ The tomb is empty so anything is possible. Thank you, Jesus.

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Happy 20th Birthday to my beautiful daughter, Laura Elizabeth, my Lulu! 🩷🎉

Twenty years ago today, I went into labor in the middle of the night and held you in my arms just after sunrise. I’ll never forget those big eyes, your sweet little face, and the peace that filled the room when you arrived. From that moment on, you’ve been the light of my life.

Watching you grow into the woman you are today has been my greatest joy. You’ve brought laughter, wisdom, and so much love into every season of our lives. You carry a strength and grace that’s beyond your years, and I’m endlessly proud to be your mom.

It’s hard to believe my tiny baby is twenty, but what a beautiful twenty it is. You make life better just by being in it. I pray this year God reveals Himself to you in deeper ways than ever before & that you soar on wings like eagles, walk in your purpose with boldness, and continue to shine His light everywhere you go.

I love you beyond words, my angel on earth. 💕 Love, Momma
@laurawaldenn

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My Whole World 🩷

I’ll always cherish the days when they were little, but there’s something so beautiful about this season- watching my children step into adulthood. The conversations are deeper, the laughter is richer, and the love only grows stronger. I am so grateful for this life and the incredible family God has given me.

Martin and I don’t send Christmas cards anymore, so here’s a little Christmas in August from our family to yours! 🎄☀️

Mason (26) – Working full-time at his church and part-time at a gym in Birmingham. He pours into the next generation faithfully. He has a determined spirit, a beautifu voice, he’s beyond funny, and loves people so well.

Grant (22)– Graduated from FSU in May and just started his first post-college job in insurance. He’s a true gentleman; kind, respectful, and steady.

Laura (19)– Beginning her sophomore year of college while working as a nanny. She serves the church by pouring into the next generation. Laura is full of joy and lights up every room with her smile. She and Matthew have been dating for almost three years, and he is such a blessing to our family- loving Laura well and honoring God in their relationship.

Martin – Still traveling most weeks for work and serving faithfully on our church’s pastoral team (caring for and covering our pastors), and hosting a men’s group every Monday morning for years. He is an incredible husband, father, and friend. Martin is faithful, steadfast, hilarious, and a gift from God to us.

Me – Running a few small businesses, writing books, and leading our ministry. I’m having the time of my life walking in the freedom Jesus has given me. Following Him has been the greatest adventure. He has saved my life and redeemed everything that was once broken.

2025 has been a year of massive breakthrough and acceleration. Our family has pitched our tent on the backside of John 10:10… living the abundant life in Christ that is our inheritance. And it is beyond wonderful.

We send blessings and love. God is working even when you don’t see it or feel it. 🩷

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Had to take a dump

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Hit a 6 leg

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Good times❤️

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Goombays were smashed

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Im so lucky to love you
happy 2 years🤍🥳

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be back soon

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Let the graduation festivities begin.
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Baccalaureate Service + Peppers to start it off tonight. Tomorrow is graduation, Monday is Laura’s grad party 💙🤍🩵💙🤍🩵

This is such a bittersweet time.
So proud of our girl! @laurawaldenn 🥲

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