DRESSED
Today's reading:  Proverbs 1

"Listen, my child, to what your father teaches you.  Don't neglect your mother's teaching.  What you learn from them will crown you with grace and clothe you with honor."  Proverbs 1:8-9 NLT

At 43 years of age, I'm proud to admit my parents still 'dress' me .

Oh no, they don't lay out my clothes, coordinate my accessories or do my hair, but they continue to influence everything I 'put on'.

Probably always will.

What they've taught me will always have a determining influence on my actions, words and responses.

I have watched, by their example, as they have become clothiers for the four of us girls--and now 4 married-into-the-family sons and 4 grand (super grand, in my opinion) kids.

Their fashion style?  Simple.  Grace-filled.  Loving.  Merciful.  Service-oriented.  Peaceful.  Honorable.  Kind.  Hospitable.  Compassionate.  Committed.  Helpful.  Practical.  Friendly.  Hard-working.  Godly.

In Sunday best or mow-the-yard blue jeans, my family dresses well, thanks to my parents!