Faye Turley Ethridge…

Born on July 20, 19XX (I’m not so stupid as to put the year!).  She is the youngest of eight children.  “Shat” is the nickname her siblings gave her.  My children call her “Pace” (Which is short for “Granny Faye.”).

Gave birth to me on May 3, 1960 at 5:31 PM.

For 47 years has been a constant encourager, help, and blessing.

Made sure I was at little league football practice 5 days a week for four years… driving 30 minutes 1 way each day.

Made sure I was at little league football games every Saturday for four years… driving at least 30 minutes.

Made sure I had food, clean clothes, and knew I was loved every day of my life.

Always gave wisdom, insight, and direction when I asked for it… and prayed for me when I didn’t ask.

Has always loved me, no matter what I did or how often I messed up.

Has loved my wife and has never once ever said anything negative about her or my children (Not everyone has that blessing).

Has been through more ups and downs in life than anyone knows (Including me), yet has a positive outlook on life.

Is one of the most spiritually healthy people I know.

Is one of the most spiritually mature people I know.

Is one of the most intelligent people I know.

Is one of the wisest people I know.

Loves Jesus as much as anyone I know.

Prays for me, my wife, and each of my kids daily.

I love my mom (Even though I won’t get to see her this Mother’s Day).