Well, more of a cabin on the lake. Several months ago my parents gave us a huge gift. They moved out of their home and in with my grandmother so Chip and I could rent their house. They did this for many reasons, the main one so Chip could be closer to work and school and I would be closer to them for help with Preston when I needed it. My parents have never once tried to make Chip or I feel guilty about it, but they have decided that they want there own home. I got bit by the craft and decorating bug from my mom, she loves doing DIY projects and creating beautiful spaces to live in. After a few weeks of going back and forth with what they want to do, they have decided on a plan. They are going to buy a lake front lot about an hour away and start building their dream home, a log cabin. This has been their dream since before they were married and I am so excited for them. I am also so excited at all the memories that will be made there. I can't wait for Preston to learn how to fish and water ski. I can't wait for birthdays and Christmas. I can't wait for summer get aways and having a place where the only thing that surrounds you is Gods beautiful design and nature. This is not an over night process obviously, but I'm so excited that the process has started.
The selflessness that my parents have towards their three children blows my mind. For 28 years, as long as they have been parents, they have sacrificed so much for us to have the best. Education is a huge one. They put all three of us through private school and have paid for both James and Keith's college completely, and they would have done the same for me if I didn't have the Army GI Bill. Since we all turned 16 we have had countless cars that they have provided for us. We have had major medical expenses that they have taken on the bills and payment for so we would not be stressed. They are amazing. The main word that I can describe them in a nutshell with is "love". They love us and we feel that each and every day. I am so blessed to have them as mentors now that I am a parent.
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