Princess Delynn

Princess Delynn

Courtney’s been a busy bee—make that, busy Yellow Jacket—since school started.
If you know Courtney, you know that her grades are high priority.  But she’s also busy with volleyball, her youth group, friends, her boyfriend, Aubrey, and this past weekend—Homecoming.  And dance has not yet started.

Volleyball season will wind down before the Thanksgiving holidays. (Give Him PRAISE! 😉 )  It’s been a blast watching Courtney and her team this season, as well as Sophie cheering her on.  It is, however, exhausting.  Because of this, I’m thankful that Courtney’s new dance studio has not yet opened.  Not just for me, but also for Courtney.  The girl runs in high speed most of the time. 

Courtney and three friends from volleyball have taken dance together the past couple of years.  This year, they made a switch.  The new company was in the middle of rebuilding.  As with most construction, they’ve had one delay after another.  The delay may be a blessing because of the hectic volleyball season. 

Courtney is blessed with many wonderful friends.  Her best friend, Mercy, spent the day with us yesterday as Courtney got her nails, hair, and make-up done for the dance.  This is the second year in a row for Mercy to share this experience with Courtney.  What a blessing to have a friend at her side until the moment she, Aubrey and the other couples drove off for the night—especially with Cammie gone.  Mercy did not attend the homecoming dance, yet she gave of herself in such a beautiful way and shared in Courtney’s joy.  Many blessings to you, Mercy!  You are so special to us and we love you!  I thank God for yours and Courtney’s friendship.  Your day will come, Mercy.  I can picture Courtney running around behind you before your wedding day, letting you bark out orders…  You owe her, Court. 😉

Courtney has also formed strong bonds with three girls on the volleyball team and in upcoming dance class—Katelyn, Kate, and Malayne.  These four girls have strong, but unique personalities.  Sophie named her new baby doll after Katelyn.  She totes baby Katelyn along with her most of where she goes.  I pray these girls remain good friends throughout the rest of high school and beyond.  Girls, lean on each other, find your strengths, learn your weaknesses.

Courtney has been dating Aubrey for more than seven months now.  Aubrey is a sweetheart and a joy to be around.  He treats Courtney like gold.  He’s great with Sophie, too.  We’ve been blessed having him in our lives.  His family has included Courtney on many outings as well as a trip to Orange Beach.  (LUCKY!)  They are blessings as well.  It’s been a pleasure getting to know them.

…Now for the good stuff!  Courtney, Aubrey, and friends—Denham Springs High School Homecoming 2008…

Heading out the door….

 

Courtney-Homecoming '08

Courtney-Homecoming '08

At Katelyns:

Sisters

Sisters

 

 

Aubrey & Courtney

Aubrey & Courtney

The Couples

The Couples

 

The Girls

The Girls

 

The Guys

The Guys

The Girls with Mercy

The Girls with Mercy

Courtney & Aubrey

Courtney & Aubrey

Malayne, Kate, Katelyn, Courtney (someone’s shoulder, and someone’s head):
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Courtney & Mercy (and someone texting):
Courtney & Mercy

Courtney & Mercy

Sweet memories!  I love, you, Courtney!  You will always be my Princess Delynn!  Sniff, sniff over not getting a pic with you! 
Your biggest fan,
MOM