I wonder about a lot of things. I always have. Thankfully, there is the Bible, the inspired Word of God, to fill in a lot of the blanks. Maybe with all the things we really need to know. I know in Heaven there is no more sorrow, no more crying, no more night, no more illness – no more growing old. We are young and strong again. I know we “will know as we are known”. We will recognize one another! Since we won’t be growing old, as we do on this earth, then I have to assume we won’t be celebrating birthdays. Or maybe we will remember the birthday that we had on this earth? The Bible doesn’t tell us that.
If my sister Gerry were still on the earth, she would be celebrating her 84th birthday. But she’s in Heaven and young again. I dreamed about her last night. I dreamed about her birthday and everyone was celebrating. I believe that she is celebrating in Heaven today! Happy Birthday, Sis! I miss you more than words can say but I will see you again in Heaven!
Above: boating on Grenada Lake about 1963.
Below: At their house “on the hill” mid 1980’s.
She’s probably making a joke in Heaven about her 80’s hair!
August 1st is also the day of celebrating my daughter-in-love Amanda’s birthday. She really is very much like my sister Gerry – the same heart of gold. I will always remember when my son brought her home from college to meet us. His father and I fell in love with Amanda right there on the spot. I clearly remember telling my son, “you can marry her or I will ADOPT her, but either way, I am KEEPING her!” I’m so happy to be her second mom. Happy Birthday, Amanda! I love you!
August 1st is also my daughter and her beloved’s wedding anniversary! Tonight, I will be babysitting as they go out for dinner to celebrate their 22nd wedding anniversary. Where did the time go? Thankfully, that time gave me four wonderful grandchildren. I have two sons and one that I consider my precious son as well! I am blessed! Happy Anniversary! I love you both!
For more pics and stories of the first day of August, read here.