Lauren and the Sock Gremlin

The inspiration for "Lauren and the Sock Gremlin" came from my granddaughter who was born with spina bifida. Though limited by her physical handicap, she has all the dreams and interests of any little girl her age. More than once I have seen her dressed in one of her princess dresses, and she will say, "Watch, Granddaddy." She will twirl on her knees to make the dress flare out as if she were Cinderella at the ball.

Recently, now at the age of four, Lauren has begun to walk with a walker. It's a struggle, but Lauren is determined. Soon, she will begin to question why she was born in such a way that she can't run and jump the way her brothers and sister can. It is our prayer that she will understand that God made her with a special purpose in mind, a purpose that can only be lived out in total surrender to Him.

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