As I started to think about what I could write special to and about my first-born on her birthday, part of this song kept swirling around in my head:
On the day that you were born the angels got together
And decided to create a dream come true…
Although Karen Carpenter sang these words about romantic longings to be close to someone, the words reminded me of how overjoyed and fulfilled I felt when you were placed in my arms for the first time. Your crying stopped as you peered up at me and we instantly bonded as mother and daughter. The emotion was indescribable. My life was changed forever and not only because I was a mom but my relationship with God changed. It was the first time I felt significant in His kingdom. It dawned on me right away that I had to teach you about Jesus. I wanted you to know the Lord in your heart and soul. My desire to learn more about Him myself was intense. I began to study the Bible in a way I never did before. Although I was not a perfect mom and became overly protective of you and your sister, my intention was to help guide you both on a path toward the Lord. I thank Him whole-heartedly for the gift of seeing how you both love Him as much as I do. On your birthday, I thank Him for the gift of you. I love you so much. Happy Birthday, Sweetie!
PS Have fun in Mexico with T. Tell him I said hello.
On the day that you were born the angels got together
And decided to create a dream come true…
Although Karen Carpenter sang these words about romantic longings to be close to someone, the words reminded me of how overjoyed and fulfilled I felt when you were placed in my arms for the first time. Your crying stopped as you peered up at me and we instantly bonded as mother and daughter. The emotion was indescribable. My life was changed forever and not only because I was a mom but my relationship with God changed. It was the first time I felt significant in His kingdom. It dawned on me right away that I had to teach you about Jesus. I wanted you to know the Lord in your heart and soul. My desire to learn more about Him myself was intense. I began to study the Bible in a way I never did before. Although I was not a perfect mom and became overly protective of you and your sister, my intention was to help guide you both on a path toward the Lord. I thank Him whole-heartedly for the gift of seeing how you both love Him as much as I do. On your birthday, I thank Him for the gift of you. I love you so much. Happy Birthday, Sweetie!
PS Have fun in Mexico with T. Tell him I said hello.
6 comments:
Awe! What can I write as I wipe away tears? Thanks! We still have a very special bond that I'm thankful for every day of my life- all 32 years of it!
Since you're to old to spank guess all I can do is say "Happy Birthday". Have fun in Mexico. Love You. Dad.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SARAH!!! LOVE, J & E
From the kids:
Happy B-day Aunt S. I love you!!!!
From: Your Oldest Niece
Happy Birthday, Aunt S. Have a happy day. Love, your nephew.
Happy Birthday, happy birthday, Aunt S. I love you Aunt S. (from the baby).
I happen to be on the Country station when I got in the car today. I rarely listen to country music but had switched the station yesterday looking for music instead of talking. Anyway, George Strait was singing a song called "I Saw God Today." As I listened to the lyrics of the last verse, I thought, "Wow, that describes what I was talking about in my message this morning." Here are the words to the last verse and the chorus:
I got my face pressed up against the nursery glass
She's sleeping like a rock
My name on her wrist wearing tiny pink socks
She's got my nose, she's got her mama's eyes
My brand new baby girl
She's a miracle
I saw God today.
I've been to church
I've read the book
I know He's here, but I don't look
near as often as I should
Yeah, I know I should
His fingerprints are everywhere
I'd just slow down to stop and stare
opened my eyes and man I swear
I saw God today
Happy Birthday!
xoxo
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