Great Aunt Maxine Celebrates 100 Years
This past weekend we had the privilege to celebrate my great Aunt Maxine’s 100th birthday. What a joy. SHE is a joy! My beloved Bama (Nancy Sisson) was one of four Price sisters. Of the four, Maxine was the eldest and is the only one still living this side of Heaven. Despite the need for a walker, she still rides her stationary bike twice a day. She still has the same twinkle in her eye. She’s still walking with the Lord, and she’s still praying her family and friends through life. I’ve decided Maxine is my new hero. 🙂
When I think about the weekend, several memories stand out:
- There were 5 generations present in that one room.
- When Maxine first saw me, she thought I was my mom. Truly, the cycle of life marches on.
- When Maxine’s daughter Ann was introducing people around the room, she told Maxine she didn’t have to stand. With spunk in her voice, Maxine replied, “No. I can stand.” And up she went.
- Maxine proudly wore the birthday candle headband most of the party. Very silly…and fun! Watching her is like watching my Bama again, and my heart soars at the thought of seeing her and Papa in heaven some day.
- I love the heritage of God-fearing, God-loving people that I call my own.
- As we continued to enjoy the weekend and to celebrate Amy’s birthday, my heart was filled with gratitude.
Truly, we are blessed.
PS – Included in the snapshots from David’s phone are some of Rebecca enjoying horsy-rides outside a local restaurant we patroned that evening.
