✨ Happy 9th Birthday to our Brighten ✨

Your name came from so many places—a band we loved, a verse we held onto, and a belief in Light itself. John 1:5 says, “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it,” and you live that truth out every day because of Christ's work woven throughout your life.

The band you're named after has a song that says, “There’s a fire in your heart, don’t let it out. You’re just the way I prayed that you would be.” And you are that, and so much more.

You’re the little Texan girl we could have never imagined, and you’ve filled our lives with joy from the start. Fierce in friendship, tender in your care for others (especially your Rory-girl), steady on and off the softball field, and quietly determined in all you do—you shine with a beauty that’s inside and out ☀️

You lead the way as the oldest cousin and first grandchild. You are a kind big sister to Grady, even when it's a challenge. You dive into stories and God’s Word with a heart that listens and learns. Everywhere you go, you carry light. We’re so thankful for you, sweet girl.

Happy 9th birthday, Miss B! Your life is immeasurably more than we could have ever asked or hoped for 💛