Today, I thank the Lord for my life. I thank Him for my mom, who gave me life.  Today, I have turned 42! Unlike many, aging to me is a blessing, because it means the Lord has given me the gift of another year of life, which is a precious and beautiful! And it brings me another year closer to His ultimate gift, being at His feet, loving Him. Thank you, Lord for my life.

       I am so blessed, and having the day to reflect, I'm thankful for a husband who loves me so much, and talented, beautiful-hearted children who care about and love me, for a mom who's given me so much, and who I admire greatly,  a mom in law who I love and respect, for my sister who not only gives me, but shows me how to love unconditionally every day, for the hugest, most wonderful extended family which I'm thankful for each and every one of, and for some of the most precious and loving friends that I could ever ask for, both here where I live and across the country.

       Presents? Oh, I like presents, and am appreciative for every thoughtful, wonderful present given to me this birthday. But my greatest of all are the PRECIOUS gifts God has given to me......Himself, my wonderful husband, my precious children, my beautiful family, and my incredible friends!  Thank you, Lord, for my gifts.......and for my life! I am very blessed indeed!!!