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they said it was my birthday... / Jan 31, 03:31 PM
Yesterday was my 20th birthday. I think 20 is an awkward age, but I’ve never minded awkwardness much. Anyway, it proved to be a beautiful day that reminded me that I am exceedingly blessed to have such amazing family and friends.
So, a short summary of my day(s) would begin with my waking up at 6:20 Tuesday morning to stagger my way into the bathroom for my (daily) shower. Fifteen minutes later, I swung open the door and found balloons hanging in the dining room, over Sarah and my bedroom door and over my bed. In addition, a big sheet of paper was laying on the dining room table bearing the greeting, “Happy birthday!” with a (mostly) sweet note from each of my housemates. They don’t know it (yet), but a tear or two definitely escaped.
Sarah, Joe, and I headed off to work and found ourselves strolling along in 48 degree weather. Although Monday and Tuesday were an appreciated reprieve from the recent 5 degree weather, they made me all the more eager for spring. (Let me now interject that upon walking home from Bible study later in the evening, the weather resembled the apocalypse. There was a forecasted 49 degree temperature differential from 7am to 11pm. Hello, Chicago.)
At work, the ladies sang Happy Birthday to me. I’m not really sure how to express how much that alone meant to me. It occured to me as they were singing that God has truly led me to the fulfillment of my desire by bringing me to this place.
Later in the evening, my team made dinner. Spaghetti for themselves and for me…a big plate of none other than scrambled tofu! And, after Bible study, they suprised me again with cheesecake and fruit — blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries (my favorite).
I was also privileged to receive a visit from the newly turned 5 year old Zaria and her wonderful 6 year old sister, Gloria. Joe and Nick played some songs for them on the guitar and we all danced, swirled, twirled, and giggled together. The delight and joy on their faces (and ours) was unforgettable.
So, after receiving phone calls from my wonderful parents (who, along with my grandparents had cake on my birthday…) and my friends (Ryan kept up the tradition by calling to play for me “They Say It’s Your Birthday” by the Beatles. Love it!), I thought all birthday celebrations would come to a cease. But today during lunch, I was obliviously eating mashed potatoes when the ladies again burst out in “Happy Birthday.” Now, today is Charlene’s birthday…so, I sang along…until they added “and Liiiiiiindseyyyy” to their song. Surprise! They gave me a bouquet of flowers, a bag of chocolate, a balloon, and a beautiful card. ...I am so blessed.
My, my. I have been contemplating what it is that I really want to seek to learn this year. I have always said that I need to learn to be concise. I never intend to write novels. :-)
So, I will end. And hopefully it won’t be so long until I write again. Thank you all for your love. May your eyes be opened to see the blessings of God that wait for you at every turn and that sustain you with every step.
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we surely missed you on your birthday. thankyou to everyone that made it a special day for you. your the best daughter ever! we love you every much! mom and dad
By mom and dad / Feb 2, 05:59 AM / #
And on Monday half of MY Chicago got together to enjoy some cheesecake in honor of your birthday. Yummy. Thank you for the opportunity! :)
Glad you had such a nice birthday!
By Andrea from NL / Feb 5, 05:36 PM / #