1994 Miracle Yearbook

Photo by ScottHuck Dear Mom(alias Grammy), In a recent game of Family Feud at the Dixon household, we were given the category of "What makesGrammy special?" Here are the top answers: Drew, your seven year old grandson, likes you because you have a long driveway. It gives him tons of room to ride his bike and roller blade. He also enjoysthosespecial momentswhenyoulaceup your roller skates and play roller derby with him. Five year old Benenjoysthe quarters yougive him when he finishes his cereal. Like his Grandpa Paul, he's an expert at collecting money for worthwhile causes. Your only granddaughter,Claire,appreciates all the pretty dresses you give her. Evidently she has inherited her grammy's unique flair for fashion. Baby Seth loves all the plants in your house. He especially likes the way they taste. As your only and therefore most beloved child (I think), there is much I appreciate about you. But three particular traitsstand out. First,youtaughtme to love reading and learning. Every time we wentto the mallshopping,you werequicktobuymeacomic book or sports book to read while you visited all the stores. Ilook backnowand realize thatallthose trips to the mall weren't to look for bargains,but were a ploy to get me to read - what an ingenious and inventive educational method! Thanks for sacrific- ing all those hoursin departmentstoresjust to teach me how to read. A second trait you passed on to me was your creativity. Anyonewhoknowsyouunderstandsthat your dignified and classy demeanor is only a front behind which hides a "wild woman" with a crazy streaka milewide. Thiswillingnesstotrynew things and to take risks is a mustin any creative endeavor. I remember that Halloween when you rented a casketfrom the local funeral parlor,putsome panty hoseover yourhead,and gaveoutcandyfrominside the casket. Some of those little kids are still having nightmares. Finally,I appreciate your commitmentand devo- tion. Youhavealwaysbeenaverydisciplined person who is dedicated to your family, work and God. Whether it is the way you keep the house spic and span or theflowers you planted in the backyard,you alwaysdothings welland withexcellence. And most importantly,you have chosen to use this giftedness to serve others: Dad and me, the college, Grace Baptist,and especially your grandldds. Thanks for helping me and my children see that Proverbs31is notdescribinga mythbutareality. We love you! 'Scott Dixon Left to right: Ben,Sarah,Dr.Dixon,Seth,Drew, Claire,Scott and Mrs.Dixon. Dedication 7