Molly: Maw-wy, yes our Maw-wy, such great thoughts, I can see a devotional writer coming one day, what do you think??
Maybe the reason is Lilly doesn't remember your name (we know God remembers) was the reason she only mentioned Bethany's purse and Andrew's house. She also didn't say anything about Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt Kim, Uncle Darryl, Mom Jill, Dad Bill, (Oh btw, Lilly calls her dad Daddieo, so cute and your mom called her dad Virgil I wish I could tell you how she first said it but we encouraged her because it was so cute... ok I know side track) Sawyer, Macy, gee were there some other folks there I can't remember :))
All of that to say such a great post and how God opened your eyes and enlightened your mind to some wonderful truths about God. Yes He is delighted when we call His name and you know what He not only remembers your name He calls your friend and beloved, Maw-wy. So fine!
And what about those that don't call on Him or give Him any honor or glory, maybe we feel some of the hurt God feels in our humanness. I was reminded yesterday while talking to a friend that Jesus wept over Jerusalem and desired that they would come under his wings as a hen gathers her chicks, what protection and love. Let's not grow weary in doing good and telling others of this great love of God. Eph 2
Love you Maw-wy and that's my new name for a sweetie, see you on Saturday for a good Maw-wy and MawMaw hug. You are a dear one, Love and hugs until tomorrow, MaMa
The Father/Child analogy is one I resonate well with, mostly because I have a wonderful earthy father
And I have a wonderful daughter! Two of them, as a matter of fact!
I love the fact that you said I am an "earthy" father too (ha ha) 
GREAT post Molly...thanks!