A Celebratory Day....

Today, 34 years ago, our daughter, Shannon Melody was born.  So it is good that we celebrate this marvelous day by wishing her a most happy birthday!

She has grown and matured into a beautiful and intelligent person...and we are proud of that fact! 

Life continues to be a bit of an uphill climb for her....but who doesn't have hills to climb during their brief time here on this earth.  Some days, we think that every day is just that.  But climbing up hill, makes us strong.  Every part of us works better when we do all that up hill leg work!  We can only look forward to the moment when we reach the summit....and look back....of how far we have come....and look to the other side to see a green valley with streams and flowers and everything that is good and peaceful.  We look forward to that moment for her, when she will find her place in life where it will be good and hopeful and she will feel satisfied with her accomplishments.  She deserves so much!

So, here's to you, dear daughter....May you find blessings at every corner and a sense of God's presence in each moment you live.  Happy Birthday, Shannon!

She is one daughter worth celebrating!!!