Tod, Time & Tenderness

Each day I am reminded time and time again of God's greatness. Each hug, kiss, high five, or radiant smile I receive from any one or all of my men is a reminder of God's tenderness. Time and tenderness. I love those things. And so did Tod when he was about 3 or 4. He would sing every word of Michael Bolton's Time, Love, and Tenderness...except in his words it was "Tine n Tendness." Tod was quite a singer back in those days. I will never forget his first song. I knew that if my grandmother EVER heard it she would seriously question her granddaughter's and grandson-in-law's ability to be a "fit" parents. There were things you never ever did in front of Edna N...and this would have been one of them! Tod at TWO, no lie and yes, we have proof on video, crooned to Garth Brook's "Friends In So Places" a.k.a. Friends in Low Places. He had a small guitar back then and would give us concerts! Let me tell you, he not only entertained us, but he entertained all our friends and relatives as well! It was often suggested that we send the video in to "Funniest Home Videos." I think it would have won! Unfortunately we have that video on a 16 year old tape and need to have it converted! It would be perfect for this post!

A LOT has changed since then. Tomorrow, Tod sees the Special Teams coach at Louisiana Tech. Not sure yet whether this meeting will result in a try out...right then...or if he will be asked to come back at another date to show them his gifts. Or, perhaps on the words that Scott, his kicking coach, has already shared with them, and video they have already seen of Tod, they will just extend him an offer to walk on. Don't really have any idea how that works. What we do know, however, is that Tod is ready and has been ready, and he has amazing gifts to offer any team. He has a 4.0, has an amazing work ethic (for himself and the teams he is a part of), positive leader, so loyal, and God made his leg like a cannon.

Tod, you have waited a long time....and in that waiting time you have continued to work so hard and diligently. Very impressive. God knows your heart, too, Tod. We pray you continue to allow Him to shine His light on the path He has for you, and that He showers you with wisdom and understanding in accepting it.

Family and friends...and any one else who happens upon this blog........please say a prayer for Tod on Monday. God willing, we hope to post about the newest member of the LA Tech football team.