A Big Number

by | Dec 22, 2023 | Family Life, Latest and greatest | 8 comments

WOW, I’ve made it this far, who could have guessed? With all my debacles I’ve really been blessed. For I’ve got scars older than most cars.

It always seemed like such a big number, so far away, distant, encumbered.

Thankfully, I still have lots of get up and go. I’m only beginning to slow; which is still faster than most people I know.

Thankfully, there is energy to spare. A mind mostly working, despite wear and tear.

As I ponder the years that have passed so quickly, I’m not too embarrassed, nor sickly. My family loves me, friends amassed, adventures beyond my imagination surpassed.

A daughter, sister, mother and aunt. A wife, grandma, and friend; one on whom most can depend.

I’ve tried to be predominantly good, love the Lord, and do as I should. Share what I had, and be a friend, to the sad and downtrodden and to the Lord recommend.

I hope, my Lord , I have made you proud of the woman I’ve become. For I’m not the same as I was long ago, your grace in abundance has generously flowed.

The trials at times almost broke me. But through your abundant patience and love you showed me, the debris that needed to be let go, and set me free.

I still have plenty of seeds to sow. In your light and goodness help me to grow.

Thank you for this life I was given. Help me to always forgive and be forgiven.

Happy 65th to me🙃❤️😊

8 Comments

  1. babe.arlene@cox.net

    Hi Barb,

    Looks like Happy Birthday wishes are in order!! Enjoy the number and have many more!

    Babe & Arlene

  2. Monica

    Happy Birthday!!!! We love you!

  3. Diane Stys

    Happy Birthday, Barb!!! Welcome to the retired, but not retiring, club. Blessings to you in this new season of life!

    • pouredmyselfoutingift

      Well that’s a true statement. Retired but not retiring!! Love it

  4. Libby

    Awww – HAPPY BIRTHDAY Barb!!! May your day be merry and bright!

  5. Gisele

    Happy Birthday dear friend!
    Xoxo
    You are such an accomplish women.
    I admirer your goodness and wish you only the best.
    God bless you
    Love always
    Gisele