Here are the thoughts that Grandma Shirley Elaine shared with us at Anna's shower in Austin. I'm so glad we decided on Anna, it is such a rich name.

CHARACTERISTICS of ANNA the PROPHETESS
Luke 2:36-38

1. Fought the Odds – widowed and from a minor tribe and yet she was a
woman who became privileged and was special.
2. Made Something of the Situation - she didn’t let her circumstances
dictate her life but rose above it.
3. She Left the Past Behind – especially asking God to do this for Anna
Elaine and that she will never know a day that she wasn’t loved and
nurtured.
4. Persevered – even though well along in years she continued to serve God.
5. Devoted and Dedicated – never left the temple and served God day and
night. Her walk with God was rich and deep.
6. Evangelist – spoke about God to everyone.
7. Fled to God when Widowed – used her circumstances as an instrument to
deepen her walk with God and her service to Him.

These are character qualities that I am praying for our Anna Elaine. From, Grandma


Anna, we are praying we can come get you soon!