Happy Birthday Mom!

Today is the birthday of my most favorite woman on earth: my mom. 

When I think of her, I think of someone who gives so selflessly to everyone in her life. She always makes things so special in putting others first. She truly lives a life of service. 

Some people who know my Mom may not realize she spends most of her time each day doing things for others whether receiving a phone call from a local school about a child who needs clothes that sends her on a trip to the store or securing adults to have lunch with children through her church's lunch buddy program in the public school system, or helping a family member through an illness, or simply being a friend to call on. I am thankful for her and the relationship we have. She is so special to me and my family.

Yesterday, my dad, my sister's family and I celebrated with Mom at my parents' house. We could not have had a better day! Here are some photos from our fun day. When I think of my Mom I can't help but think of Casting Crowns' "Lifesong" because it describes her life. I can only hope and pray my lifesong sings to you as hers does.

 

Empty hands held high

Such small sacrifice

If not joined with my life

I sing in vain tonight

May the words I say

And the things I do

Make my lifesong sing

Bring a smile to You

Let my lifesong sing to You

Let my lifesong sing to You

I want to sign Your name to the end of this day

Knowing that my heart was true

Let my lifesong sing to You

Lord I give my life

A living sacrifice

To reach a world in need

To be Your hands and feet

So may the words I say

And the things I do

Make my lifesong sing

Bring a smile to You

Hallelujah

Hallelujah

Let my lifesong sing to You

 

Thank you Lord for a mother who taught me the most important thing in life by showing me and being an example of someone who puts You first.

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