Another niece

Kyndell is so sweet that I am having a hard time writing this, but I want to remember that the time I spent with her a few weeks ago was really neat to me.  I have not had a chance to spend much time with her, but we were fortunate enough to have her and Kasey spend a day or so with us doing things with Keera.

She is extremely creative.  She likes to create books and memories for people (a memory board for Travis, a memory book for Pepere).  Her older sisters dote on her, which is nice to see.  She is responsible and friendly,  in a quiet way.  

I wish in so many ways that we lived closer to Bob's family, but we have especially slacked off about getting to Myrtle Beach in the last five or so years, which are the years that we would have had time to spend with Kasey and Kyndell, getting to know them. I can't believe that Kyndell will be a freshmen.  I still remember the first time we saw her.  Michelle brought her over to Ed's condo when we were visiting and there she lay in her car seat.  She had these big beautiful eyes and she was so content.  She hasn't changed.   She observes everyone and has a pretty good perspective on what is happening and who people are inside.  She was happy just to get everyone together.

I love her and I hope we get to see her again before another year goes by!

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