by Kimberly Ripley
Member since:
November 17, 2006

Jackpot of All Jackpots!!

January 03, 2009 11:05 PM EST (Updated: January 03, 2009 11:08 PM EST)
views: 83 | rating: 9.8/10 (17 votes) | comments: 35

As a follow-up to my article about sweepstakes, I have to post that I feel like I just won the lottery!

My middle son just proposed to his wonderful girlfriend of two years, and she said yes!

He presented her with a beautiful diamond ring. I'm so excited, and couldn't ask for a better daughter-in-law. This young woman is the mother of my sweet little Lilly who I've written about numerous times.

Jim and Amanda make a wonderful couple, and together with Lilly are a lovely little family unit. My son adores Lilly, and is especially devoted to her special needs. (Lilly has Down Syndrome.)

I don't often come on here and gush, but am excited beyond words. I've shared a photo of Jim, Amanda, and Lilly below, taken here on Christmas Day.

 
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Comments: 35

Beth - Doing God's work Daily J. Jan 3, 2009, 11:09pm EST
What a nice family
Chris E. Jan 3, 2009, 11:10pm EST
That is great ! I am glad that you like her so much and that she will be a great addition to your family.
Mariana T. Jan 3, 2009, 11:12pm EST
This is so wonderful and I'm so happy for you and for the whole family - blessings to all of you and congratulations - now, you're a new mother in law as well as grannie. Salud
Mariana T. Jan 3, 2009, 11:13pm EST
My house has those kind of arches - this must be a Spanish bungalow! Salud
Gretchen Lee Bourquin Jan 3, 2009, 11:21pm EST
Wonderful news, Kim! Very happy for your whole family.
Beth G. Jan 3, 2009, 11:21pm EST
Wow that is happy news, congratulations on gaining a daughter in law!
Mary M. Jan 3, 2009, 11:26pm EST
Congratulations to all of you!
Alison H. Jan 3, 2009, 11:39pm EST
Awww, how wonderful!! Congrats!
Kelly M. Jan 3, 2009, 11:41pm EST
Congrats!
Shaunee C. Jan 3, 2009, 11:46pm EST
That is wonderful great family picture
Esther IS Flesh and Blood S. Jan 3, 2009, 11:46pm EST
Congratulations Kimberly!
Austin Cushing Jan 4, 2009, 12:13am EST
This comment is to let you know that this content has reached at least ten comments, and as such has been removed from Comment Speedway! Congratulations!
Laurie R. Jan 4, 2009, 12:13am EST
wonderful new for all of you.
sharon SugarMomma is a wise woman, Jan 4, 2009, 12:16am EST
Great news, what a marvelous present for you all. Lilly is adorable.
flit . Jan 4, 2009, 12:44am EST
that's wonderful!
Donna T. Jan 4, 2009, 12:58am EST
congrats! That little girl and her mother are adorable!
Kimberly Ripley Jan 4, 2009, 1:21am EST
Thanks, everyone, for your kind words! I'm still awake....so excited!!
Elsie Duggan Jan 4, 2009, 1:39am EST
Congratulations Kimberly, I just love good news, and so glad you have some, the picture is great and they make a wonderful family. I would be excited too!!
Quirky Jessi Jan 4, 2009, 1:58am EST
Aww, congrats!
Linda G. Jan 4, 2009, 7:34am EST
the new year has brought you happy news! it is so wonderful to hear about a loving couple starting a new family.
Denise B. Jan 4, 2009, 10:17am EST
thats wonderful
Patricia F. Jan 4, 2009, 10:44am EST
Congrats, all the way around! What a sweet family they will make. What a wonderful way to start the New Year!
C C. Jan 4, 2009, 11:03am EST
what happiness! congratulations!
Nurse Nancy S. Jan 4, 2009, 9:22pm EST
What wonderful news!!! Thank you for sharing your joy with us!
rainne chandler Jan 4, 2009, 10:27pm EST
well now you will have a daughter of your heart and a granddaughter oh how wonderful for you and your right lilly is so cute
Greg Schiller Jan 5, 2009, 8:12am EST
Wonderful!!

We wish them the best.
Donna Besso Jan 6, 2009, 7:22pm EST
Congratulations!!! What a beautiful little girl, you are Blessed.
Wonderful Kim!
charity kimball ツ Jan 11, 2009, 12:22am EST
thats nice:)
Granny Janny H. Jan 12, 2009, 9:21pm EST
How exciting for you and for them. I love the picture...Our children and their children are truly life's biggest jackpot!
Jenn P. Jan 14, 2009, 11:51am EST
that is so great! :)
fancy c. Jan 18, 2009, 4:32am EST
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APE 131313 Feb 1, 2009, 9:12pm EST
A pleasure to Pay It Forward today!
Jean J. Feb 4, 2009, 8:37am EST
What a great day to be PIF and sharing this happiness with you. Congrats. Jean

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