My Heart AND My Tummy are Full
Please indulge me that last day of birthday celebrations then I’m done for another DECADE! It was said of God by St. Paul in Ephesians 3:20 “Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think…..” That is God Who exceeds our greatest expectations and that was my…
Fire Hazard Warning – There’ll Be 70 Candles on my Cake!
I’m saluting my age 70+ friends today and counting my blessings because in two days I’ll join you as I embark on my own 70+ ride! My Frisco family and I are making our way down to Austin for my “7-0 party” weekend. I’m so thankful that I made another year, particularly when I consider…
Why Am I Still Here?
Other than a few cousins, it occurred to me, yesterday, these two gals have known me almost longer than anyone else. The three of us hung pretty tight, yesterday, on Mom Lydia’s 95th birthday. We were ready to throw her a big birthday celebration –after all, 95 years on this earth is worth celebrating —…
The Debut of Two Girls Into Our World
On this special day, September 16th, I’m celebrating two of my girls. It was actually September 15th when our son asked us to join him and Shawntel’s family for a surprise birthday party for her at her home. Her birthday was September 16th, but the party was on the 15th. We had a wonderful time…
This is Your Life! What Does it Look Like?
At the Bible Study I attend, a gal said, “I wonder if God videos our lives and one day, when we get to heaven, we’ll see the video and then be able to thank all those who influenced and encouraged us? Another gal, said “And what about the video that you’ll be in of someone…
Birthdays Really Matter
I’m heading back home today after several days of celebrating my son’s birthday with his entire family. How precious for me to be able to be there for all the festivities and moments of sheer awesomeness. And, what a joy for me to be able to hang with the older kids because our sleeping arrangements…
What a Day This Has Been!
“What a day this has been. What a rare mood I’m in — why it’s almost like being in love. There’s a smile on my face, for the whole human race — why it’s almost like being in love!” Old song that I was singing at the end of yesterday! That’s because I sat out…
Happy Anniversary #51
A few days ago, I was with a group of ladies, and in casual conversation, I asked the gal beside me how long she’d been married. She said “44 long years – some days I think ‘That’s enough, already!’” Then she laughed and I knew she was just kidding, but that didn’t stop me from…
The Last Word….And Many More
Are you one of those who has to have the last word? If so, then you, at the conclusion of singing “Happy Birthday” to someone, added the big finish….”and many more!!” I’ve come to find those words reassuring, so I always sing “and many more” under my breath in hopes that my quiet wish might…
Happy Birthday to ME!
My good friend, Debbie Moutsos, inspired me to wish myself a Happy Birthday. Next month, she’s giving herself a 65th birthday party. I love that! Debbie isn’t waiting on a celebration. She IS a celebration and she’s just looking for a place to land. That’s the way I want to celebrate my birthday, too! I…