One

While I've chosen to not maintain a sidebar list of blogs that I read, it is fun to periodically highlight a few that I do faithfully check in on. Here is one for the enjoyment of the world:

Becky -- My very cute, very intelligent, crafty, easily-frightened, knowledgeable, open-minded, accepting, meat-canning, self-help-book-loving, friendly, faithful sister-in-law. I think everyone who knows her adores her.

Comments

Andelin said…
You have so many family members that sound so fun! How blessed you are.
March 25, 2008 1:09 AM
Nancy said…
yes Emily, how did you get so lucky with your in-laws? Just kidding, we do love our Becky.
March 25, 2008 10:16 AM
Anonymous said…
And she still looks like a teenager! AG
March 25, 2008 9:57 PM
Becky said…
Your warm and generous highlight is most thoughtful of you Miss Emily! I am most lucky to count you my Sister. We miss you guys!!
March 27, 2008 8:26 PM
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