A Chosen son. by Eric Hoover

Wow what an awesome idea. I don't know where to start. There are so many memories of how wonderful my parents are. I suppose one of the most important things I can think of to honor them is that they were unabe to have children. In 1959 they adopted my sister and 5 years later and hundreds and hundreds of dollars, visits from social workers, interviews, meetings etc. they wanted another child. God in His infinite wisdom placed me with them to complete their family. So on Friday, December 16, 1964 I was officially a Hoover. God couldn't have placed me in any better family. They loved me as their own, which I was, and am. I have always known I was adopted but never made to feel like I was anything but theirs. They have given of themselves over and above to see that my sister and I were loved, taken care of, and given everything we needed.
All my life my father arose before 6 a.m. and left for work. My mother was able to stay at home and be there for me and my friends. Supper was at 6, and bedtime at 10! Many would say I had a "Leave It To Beaver" kinda family, and that is probably right.
Finally, from the very first week I lived with Mom and Dad, Sunday was a day to rest and attend church! It wasn't a question, option, or up for discussion! I am so thankful they saw to it God was a very important part of my life. If it wasn't for their committment to family and faith, I am not sure I would have devoted my life to the ministry.
I still have them both here and I am grateful for that. However my Mom is in the beginning stages of Alzheimer's, it hurts so bad to see her loose those precious memories that we have shared over the last 45 years. I just hope God is gracious and gives her several more years of reality. His will be done.
Thanks.
Eric