Good Morning,
A hot cup of Door County White Christmas Coffee is warming my insides and prayer has warmed my heart. It is time to write.
Numbers 6:24-26 The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; The Lord lift up is countenance upon you, and give you peace.
A friend of mine has the same birthday as I do. We will always wish each other a hearty "happy birthday" and talk about getting older. We used to have a mutual friend with the same birthday. This is quite unique to have three guys who know each other share the same birthday. I guess triplets would say that it is pretty common. But for us we all started out in different years and different locations.
Where am I going with this? A couple of years ago the oldest of us three passed away and now there are only two of us. The three of us never really did anything to celebrate the day together. It is a regret that I have and decided that this year the last two of us will get together this weekend and celebrate the life the Lord has blessed us with. I threw out and idea of something to do to my buddy and we both decided that it was a good one and we made plans to hunt together on our birthday and of course dine out afterwards. We can't bring back the third guy, but he will be fondly remembered. He was known to like a good meal and plenty of it.
You've been given one life and although each year alive is a milestone in itself, don't forget to stop and enjoy your birthday and give thanks to God for another year. Then make each year count and try not to forget those who have come across the path of your life and have influenced you. Be thankful for them and if they are still alive pray for them. The third fella who went to heaven was always the first to call me and wish me a happy birthday. It's funny you don't miss something or someone until they are gone.
Choose to live with no regrets.
Marty
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