It is your birthday, and I don't know where to start. There are so many things I'd like to reflect on your special day that I literally could not fit into a notebook So let me start by saying the most obvious: I love you!
Since the moment we walked into each others lives we got along just perfectly. We were like the perfect pieces to each others puzzle. Not that anything was missing, but you, you became a part of me and you made me better than I was without you. I know you're probably laughing right now thinking this is corny and wondering if I really remember some of those younger years. While it may have a twist of corny to it, OH yeah I remember those earlier memories.
One thing that has always amazed me is your unconditional form of giving and compassion. Anytime I or anyone else needed something, you never hesitate to offer and even more. If I had a bad day, you listened and reassure me that it will pass. You never hesitated to snap me back into reality and encourage me to stay strong. You have given me so much strength and taught me to be more like you!
Everywhere you go, you light up everyone's day. You are thoughtful, compassionate, and your vibes are nothing but happiness.
Not only are you the best trust worthy ear, the best supporter, but you're also my perfect fit for the most important reasons: Your love for Jesus and you have never judged me.
I honestly don't know what I'd do if you'd never walked into my life. You've made me a stronger woman, a better me. I know how all this happened... God had a plan many years ago!
What I'm saying is that I am so thankful for your friendship, your life and your beautiful soul. On a day like today, when we celebrate your life and wish you many more years to walk this crazy world and spread Jesus and sprinkle happiness into everyone's life. Thank you for being you, and thank you for loving me!
They say some friendships are not meant to last forever and that’s OK. But those that can withstand the ups and downs, the moves, hardships and other changes over the years are truly something special. I honestly believe God had a plan scrolled out for us long before we met. No matter how much time has passed between texts, phone calls our visits, we always pick up right where we left off.
The moment we're together, it’s like nothing has changed. Curt said to me after he met you, 'Wow! You two act like sisters. I believe how our friendship has worked is we have shared our most vulnerable sides with each other and we've never feared they'd go any further.. Together we’ve navigated broken hearts, having four beautiful daughters, being separated by many miles, shared countless hours of belly laughter and memories both good and not so good.
Now we have our time to enjoy and spread the gospel!
Thank you for being the woman you are! I love you so much!!
Have a very happy birthday Mary Elizabeth (sorry I heard Jeff talking about Mary's sister Elizabeth and I had to❤)
If you are around at all today I'd love to stop by and give you a birthday hug!!
God Bless You Sweetest Friend,
Rena
