[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 13726]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




     TO TRINITY ELMS RESIDENTS ON THE OCCASION OF GRANDPARENTS DAY

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                           HON. VIRGINIA FOXX

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 17, 2013

  Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the residents of Trinity 
Elms on the occasion of Grandparents Day.
  It is an honor to extend to Trinity Elms residents another expression 
of much deserved thanks and appreciation for the critical role they, as 
grandparents, play in the lives of their families and our larger 
Clemmons community,
  Grandparents fortify and exemplify the values we seek to teach our 
children. They encourage children to dream, teach them the importance 
of duty, and push them always to do their best, Trinity Elms residents 
are to be thanked for providing this direction.
  As an anchor of love and stability in many families, grandparents 
often help their children bear the responsibilities of parenting. They 
possess invaluable knowledge and wisdom, and are a reservoir of life 
experiences which transcends generational differences and stand the 
test of time.
  Though gratitude for the part grandparents play is oft under-sung, we 
will not make that mistake today. For the many hats Trinity Elms 
residents wear as grandparents, those of teacher, comforter, 
cheerleader, coach, disciplinarian, and even adjunct parent, I salute 
them. A grandparent's love is something that can never be replaced in a 
child's life.
  May we continue to treasure the blessing of grandparenting as an 
affirmation of the generosity of Almighty God. That we, as individuals, 
have the opportunity to love and encourage our children and 
grandchildren as they grow and navigate the challenges of this life is 
astounding. And through the process, grandparents too are changed for 
the better.
  In fond remembrance of my own grandparents, and as the proud 
grandmother of two, I commend Trinity Elms residents for their service 
and offer them my sincerest thanks.

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