From the time Ariel was able to hold a book, she has shown a deep connection with words. She loved listening to stories and as she grew older, she would get lost in the fiction and nonfiction worlds held between two covers. Ariel's daycare teacher, once told me that Ariel had an imagination that was so vivid it would draw in the other kids in her class. Ariel didn't necessarily need anyone to play with because when her imagination got a hold of her she was in a world all her own. After all these years, she still enjoys using her imagination. Next to drawing, one of her favorite things to do is role play with her friends. She is a passionate thespian and has performed in several plays and a summer musical where she brought a puppet to life. Ariel is currently working on A Christmas Carol with The Player's Studio. I truly believe her love of books and experience with imaginative play has made her the loving, eloquent young woman that she is. She has a heart for people and always tries to see the best in them. We are so proud of our baby girl. Ariel has been an active member of Palm Valley Church for several years. This past summer she made the decision to be baptized. We thank God for Ariel and we look forward to seeing what He has in store for her.