Sunday, July 29, 2007

Happy Birthday, Christine

mom and baby christine
A daughter is so many things to a mother...and here's a few of my favorites...
You were my first baby...you came into my life and I have never looked back.
You are the best BIG SISTER...Emily and Brad are blessed to have you.
You never really disappointed us as you grew up. Oh sure, there were times we shook our heads, but who doesn't?
You are an amazing musician...I love to hear you sing. I know you don't always want me to listen, but I just love watching old videos of the musical productions you were in during high school and college. And now, I love hearing you praise the Lord in such a phenomenal way. Do you know how many lives you bless by sharing your sweet voice?
I love your faith. When I thought I would lose you to catastrophic health issues, I just didn't think I could go on. You were the one who encouraged me during those times as you trusted God to carry you.
You are such a good wife and mother. Despite all the adversity in illness, you and Matt continue to be such examples of faith and optimism. Jack and Sam are blessed. You are doing a great job!
You encourage me now. These are tough times, and you are such a blessing to your dad and me. God knew we needed you so many years ago.
You bless your big brothers. Though they are so far away in miles, I know you carved out a special place in their hearts, and in the hearts of their families. What a blessing it is that your dad brought them into our lives.
I love this picture of me and you when you were just 3 days old. I love that you still love the old orange crushed velvet rocking loveseat. I love you!

6 comments:

Shelly said...

What a precious picture! What precious words! Happy Birthday to Christine!!

Jenna said...

I love that picture... You have a precious daughter and I hope she had a wonderful birthday. Love you all!

Julia said...

Mindy- what a busy week for your family! So much fun. I never realized how much Christine looks like you - you're both beautiful. Blessings on you & your sweet family!

Courtney said...

Such sweet mommy thoughts. It's hard to believe that I will turn around and be thinking thoughts like those about my baby girl. Where does time go? You and Christine are two amazing mommies!

Giggi said...

Happy Birthday sweet Christine! I love the picture! What a precious Mommy & baby! She is such a wonderful blessing to everyone she meets! Thanks for sharing her with me! I love you both!

Lynn said...

OH MY.... I thought it was Christine and she put something on her hair! What a beautiful birthday tribute and a beautiful photo. Now, don't laugh but I have that same chair...STILL. Love you!