September 28, 2006
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A Prayer on One’s Birthday
It’s My Birthday Today!
One thing about me: it’s very hard to be brief when I’m excited. And excited I am! I’m leaving on a jet plane, taking a long overdue trip to see my oldest brother and his family in Pennsylvania. This is David, who taught at my high school while I was a student there. David the teacher, David the pastor, David the dairy farmer, David…you see, I digress.
I’m excited because the phone keeps ringing with birthday greetings and well wishes.
I’m excited because I won a beautiful pair of socks from Donna‘s birthday drawing yesterday. Woohoo! And when do I win anything? Never! Except on my birthday! Thank you Donna. I love soaking up some of your afterglow. And I’m gonna love those socks. Bring on the winter, man, I’ll be ready!
Take a breath…try to settle. down.
I wanted to post this prayer, On One’s Birthday, today from a Lutheran Prayer Book I picked up at a book sale. Then I have to finish the salsa, pack up, return books to the library, hug and kiss my men, and take off. Thank you for the many ways you, dear readers, have enriched my life.
Gracious Lord, Thou hast brought me to the threshold of another year. The year has been rich in goodness and blessings coming from Thy bountiful hand of love. Thou didst not turn from me but daily hast protected me and safely seen me through the many trials and temptations of life. I am not worthy of all this goodness and grace. Often I have sinned against Thee and offended Thee with my transgressions. Forgive me, Lord, for Jesus’ sake. Let me start life anew, led by Thee throughout this coming year.
O Lord, graciously keep me in Thy grace. Give me the strength to dedicate myself, my entire life, to Thee. Let my greatest joy be found in Thy Word and in doing Thy will.
Comments (10)
Happy, happy birthday!! Have a great, safe trip.
Happy, Happy Birthday Carol! I’m so happy you won the socks on your birthday! That is just perfect!
Have a wonderful visit with your brother. He sounds wonderful!
Your socks will be waiting for you when you return!
Happy day, dear blog-friend!
Love,
Donna
Happy Birthday, Carol! Have a blessed trip.
Very happy birthday, Carol!
How ’bout that–winning those socks from a birthday next-doorer! What are the odds!
Have a wonderfully relaxing and enjoyable trip. Enjoy. Enjoy. Enjoy.
And I’ll bet the leaves are turning up there ’cause they are begining to here.
Beautiful picture at the top.
Hugs for a happy day,
Janie
Happy birthday, Carol! And is this the same brother who posts on Seasonalsoundings site? I could go back and look to see if it’s the right name. Where in PA are you going? Or maybe you don’t want to say on list. Since I have lots of ancestors buried in various parts of PA and a son living there now, I’m interested in all things Pennsylvanian. Patti
And a belated happy birthday from me! Due to no time yesterday I didn’t get to the site to check posts so didn’t see this till just now. Have a safe trip and a very happy one. Will be looking forward to reports of your visit to your wonderful brother.
Birthday wishes from your Southern friend
Hope the PA trip was enjoyable and we look forward to your re-entry.
Dana in GA
Many happy returns of the day, dear friend! May God bestow on you His grace and favor!
hey i didn’t know it was your b-day. i can’t believe i missed it. well i will say happy belated b-day! have a great trip. i hope you have lots of fun. i miss you…oh and say hi to the rest of your family for me. lots of love…
oh by the way i love the pic and the prayer. wonderful, God is so good