Thursday, September 20, 2012

Heart Warming


My birthday was one week ago (hooray--I love my birthday!!!!) and I was so blessed to hear from so many friends.  My community of dear relationships is woven deep in my heart and I love hearing from them.
When I woke last Thursday, I headed for my pile of cards.  I like to save all my cards until the day of my birthday so I have that anticipation build.  Plus its always nice to have something to open on your actual birthday.  *Grin*
This card is from my mum and step-father.  It reads:
 "I see a young lady
    out in the world,
Following her dreams,
    doing good,
And making a difference.
     Then I think,
Hey, that's my kid.
That's my pride and joy.
     Happy Birthday
          to a daughter
     who's so inspiring
           And Loved.

Considering how I've struggled to find a paying job (but if I want to counsel for free, people want me madly!), and battling the highs and lows, this card reached into my heart and warmed me.  It encourages me to keep up the good fight, to continue seeking to make a difference.  It nudges me forward to pursue the creative, sometimes harebrained!, ideas that I have, to write that proposal, to woo that employer, to offer hope and joy.
Thanks Mum, for believing in me and offering me such meaningful encouragement and validation!