it's been 25 years since I exited my mother's womb and entered this world. this world full of creativity, of love, of hatred, of variety, of conformity, of community. this beautifully ugly world. i've enjoyed much, i've laughed often, i've loved many, i've experienced some of the world's imperfections, and i've experienced some of God's perfection. i'm glad to be alive and intend to enjoy 25 very much...even though i feel just a tad old :) thank you for being a part of my existence. i have nothing but love for you.
now i must go and enjoy the rest of this day with my amazing family.
your young(ish) friend,
michelle
You don't look a day over 22. What a gift God gave to so many of us when he brought you into this world! There's an old children's song with the lyric, "Brighten the corner where you are." (That may even be the title.) That's what you do, Michelle. You are one who brightens the corner where you are. Happy birthday!
ReplyDeletebut, just think how much more you will be able to interact with the next 25 years.... you've got the basics down, now you have time to work your genius on them.
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@Kent: Thank you. You just brightened MY day :)
ReplyDeleteand let's hope I've got the basics down :)