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It is not by accident that the happiest people are those who make a
conscious effort to live useful lives. Their happiness, of course, is
not a shallow exhilaration where life is one continuous intoxicating
party. Rather, their happiness is a deep sense of inner peace that
comes when they believe their lives have meaning and that they are
making a difference for good in the world. ~ Ernest Fitzgerald
Birthdays
A Celebration of Jason Testa
Although your birthday was last week
we should celebrate all year 'round
'Cuz Jason you're the most amazing man
in all the world that can be found.
Loving, kind and gentle, you'd give the shirt right off your back
Despite all of your surgeries, you never felt a sense of lack.
Complaining or self pity - they're not words for you
You inspire every one you meet
with happiness that's shining through.
With the cards that you've been given, you could just sit and moan
You've exceeded all expectations -
a miracle to the world you've shown.
Caring, joyful, funny and what a creative mind
A water park - not tumors - in your brain is what we'll find.
You define the word courageous - an earth angel some might say
Your Spirit is aflame with hope that lights our journey's way.
DVD's and wrestling are passions that you share
Your purpose and your mission to bring love, light and care.
A smile that's infectious, Hawaiian shirts - what style - what flair
Amidst the bleak mid-winter, tropical colors you choose to wear.
Your beautiful shining aura is a blessing to all you meet
Your customers at Wal-Mart are always in for a wonderful treat.
Family, friends and strangers - everyone will agree
Their lives are changed by knowing you, God's grace for all to see.
Thank you for the gift of you- for all you do and are
Magnificent and marvelous God's radiant shining star.
A 30th Birthday Tribute:
Star Trek and the Muppets were the movies back in '79
To see Alien or Rocky II, at the box office there'd be a long line.
Jimmy Carter was the President and "I Will Survive" a favorite song
On October 17th to bless this world, you Jonathan came along.
You are an amazing person overflowing with love in your heart
Your generosity and kindness were evident right from the start.
When thinking about a pack of wolves,
most people feel fear and dread
You are intrigued by their mystery,
their cunning and beauty instead.
You delight in bringing joy to others
by preparing a wonderful feast
The families who partake of your passion,
are lucky to say the least.
The spark in your eyes is infectious -
you're delightful to just be around
Whenever we're together, I know that Live, Laugh and Love abound!
No matter what the challenge,
you always help melt the stress of the day
Let's remember to not sweat the small stuff
as we travel on journey's way.
To celebrate your birthday is a joy that's second to none
To pay tribute to an extraordinary man -
my dear friend, a brother, a son.
As you begin your new decade,
my birthday wish for you
Is that you know all of God's blessings
every day the entire year through.
Happy 30th Birthday
With love,
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Although April 1st is your birthday,
there's no prank I'll play on you
Just prayers and blessings and wishes galore
every moment your entire day through.
We've never met in person,
but you're a friend so special and dear
From my home in Boston to yours way down South
I had to send out birthday cheer.
Who knew that when I 'met' you,
through Trapper our mutual friend
That we'd be schmoozing on Moon, Moo and You,
sharing insights that just never end.
You're a mother, a grandma, an author, a wife
you do it all with finesse and such grace
Whenever I hear that gravely voice
I can see you've a smile on your face.
You're honest and open transparent with love,
I love your comments each day
On Kate's prayer blog when I open my mail
I can't wait to see what you have to say.
You're gentle with wisdom and give from your heart,
today's a special day indeed
The day you became an earth angel
to touch the lives of all those in need.
Happy Birthday dear Joan may this day be just great
overflowing with joy and with fun
And may God bless your year with love, peace and health
when your celebration is done!
We're so blessed that you're our mother -
you gave us roots and gave us wings
Your love is our foundation -
no matter what life brings.
With a steadfast faith a humble heart
and overflowing grace
You taught us how to live with God
when challenges we face.
You weave God's love and wisdom
into our tapestry of life
To multiply the joys we share and lessen any strife.
Your grandkids and great grandkids
know a joy beyond compare
To experience your tenderness, your warmth,
your love and care.
As we celebrate your birthday
here's our birthday wish for you
May God's peace and joy be manifest
every day the whole year through.
With all of our love,