Friday, September 2, 2011

Dearest God,

Today is Jenni's 41st birthday. How well I remember her birth, a whopping 10 pounds 10 1/2 ounces, 22 1/2 inches long! Whew!

This special child of mine is a rare jewel in today's world. She is thoughtful, compassionate, and loving. She is a peacemaker, always concerned about bringing harmony to her family. She loves pets and has even stopped along the road to rescue a lost animal.

Jenni is a wonderful daughter. She shows her love in so many ways. She is merciful, imparting mercy where sorrow, loss, and pain are evident. She is prompt believing that promptness is a sign of respect. She is tender, providing care when it is needed. Jennifer is kind, encouraging, and helpful.

Jenni is very present, calling every day or every other day. She really wants to know how I am, how my Harold is.

In many ways, dear God, I feel your presence when I hear Jenni's voice, feel her arms hug me, and look into her eyes when I am hurting. She is a shadow of godly love.

Gracious God,
Giver of Many Gifts,
thank you
for Jenni,
for her birth
and for
her life.
I am blessed
to have
her share herself
with me.
Bless her
this 41st year
with health,
joy, and love,
I pray.

Gratefully yours, Andrea