Birthdays!

I love birthdays.  I always have. It might have something to do with how awesome my parents are at pulling off amazing birthday parties.  We did things like (the earliest one I can remember) a ballerina one where we pinned the shoes on the ballerina...and this was before Pintrest gave its inspiring ideas!

...My last one I had when I lived at home was a beach party.  Now, the thing is, my birthday is today - JANUARY 18. We live in Canada.  While not stereotypically snowy, it was not a good day for spreading out a blanket and sun-bathing.  

Undaunted by this minor detail....my parents cranked the thermostat, pulled out all of the dinning room furniture, put up travel posters and put towels on the floor.  We had typical beach food like hotdogs and lemonade. We made 'sand castles' out of lego, watched Finding Nemo and just had a grand ol' time.

One year after I got married and we happened to be back at my parents house, my mom still threw my a birthday party.  It was a winter white party where everyone came in white - we ate all white foods and just had fun.  She even planned out crafts for us 20-somethings to do! 

I've loved birthdays because, to me, they have always been about being with people and enjoying each other.

Last night, I had the privilege of having a few women over to celebrate with me. We were a diverse group, but with Jesus in common. It was such a blessing to me to look around at these woman and know they were my sisters. We had a great time, laughing, eating, and drinking tea! 

It's grand to me to know that one birthday (and death and resurrection) really made last night possible. I love birthdays! Don't you??


XO,
J

soli deo gloria