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"joy unspeakable and full of glory" 1 Peter 1:8
My life has been jam packed lately, which is why I haven't posted. My brother-in-law got married last Saturday. Four of us were in the wedding and we hosted my sister. There was hair to be done, makeup to be applied, and clothes to be donned. And, although I am self sufficient, professionals were utilized! Above is a photo of me and my full hair. Now there are layers. I'm still adjusting...
In any event, last week was also my birthday!!! (I celebrate all month. So, let the well wishes flow!)
It was blessed in its
imperfection. I started the day early, ended the day tired, and there were both
joys and disappointments throughout the day. There was also a cake, flowers,
and literally hundreds of well wishes IRL and on
social media. It was a day—full of its magical
splendor, punctuated by expressions of love--and I was there to experience it which
made it amazing.
For that reason, the above biblical quote captures my sentiments.
I have lived long enough to witness the joys and heartaches
of life. I have seen young, vibrant people plucked from this earth too soon. I
have seen suffering. I have also experienced the tremendous exuberance that comes
with bringing life into the world times three.
I consider each day whether happy or sad to be a blessing.
My experiences have taught me four lessons. I am brave. I am blessed. I am
beloved. And regardless of what life throws at me I can bounce back from anything.
On my birthday, more than any other day, I reflect on those things and I am
grateful.
Below is a birthday poem I wrote several years ago for a
friend. I share it with all of you because these are also the wishes I have for
myself.
Here
are my birthday wishes for you…
May
you always be wise
May
you never be sad
May
each year be the best you've ever had
May
you have abundant love
May
you never know sorrow
May
you lay down each night hoping for tomorrow
May
you always feel young
May
you appreciate your age
May
you end your life wishing you'd do it the same again.
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