Joshua Panakeem

I got to name Elizabeth's baby! I feel so honored. After seeing her a few times and the baby still had no name, I suggested Joshua. I have been reading through the book of Joshua and have loved reading about his courage and leadership. She said she had to ask her husband. A few days later, Margaret told me she brought him to the clinic and his book said “Joshua.” Woo hoo! She went with Joshua! I think naming a child is one of the neatest things and such an honor.

Previously when we were discussing names, she told me a funny story about her son Emmanuel who is two. Emmanuel though his new brother's name was “Panakeem” which is the dinka word for clinic. I thought that was so cute and funny. It makes sense. His mom went to the panakeem and came back with a baby. She has probably referred to the clinic a lot so I can see his confusion.

I think Joshua Panakeem is a great, solid name!