You are 21 today. WOW. How is that even possible?! I believe this birthday marks our friendship of about 12 years. We’ve come a long way since those fourth grade football games—we’ve had lots of ups and lots of downs, with each other, with other people, with our families, with God, and with the whole circle of this thing called life. Even though I’m sad I have to celebrate this monumental day of your birth on the other side of the globe, I am thankful that we are united in Spirit. I didn’t send you a package. I didn’t write you a letter, and the internet is just too slow for me to post any kind of video professing my undying love for you, so I decided to do a blog :)
Bethany, you are a loving, compassionate, patient, and pure woman of God. You are such a faithful friend, daughter, sister, and “Aunt B” that can be called on and depended upon for anything and everything. Whether it’s a snuggle session on the couch, a fresh batch of cookies, or an extended time of venting (you know what I’m talking about haha)—you are there.
Proverbs 18:24 says, “A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother (or sister).” The way you have “stuck close,” to, not only me, but to so many others has made an impact on my life and the lives of everyone you encounter.
In your 21st year of life, I pray that you will continue to experience what it means to be a beloved daughter of the King of the universe—beautifully created by the one who knows your inmost being, your every desire, and the longings of your heart. He is ABLE and FAITHFUL to meet your every need because “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no shadow of turning” –James 1:17. He delights in you, Bethany—in your sweet spirit, your love, and your joy. Continue to seek after Him with all your heart.
I love you and miss you so very much. Happy 21st birthday best friend, and here’s to 21 more years of friendship, life, love, and laughter together.
“One who finds a faithful friend finds a treasure,” and I have found a treasure in you, Bethany Williams.
Have an amazing day, and a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Technically, it is her 22d year of life beginning with the 21st anniversary of the celebration of her birth (i.e., year birth to first birthday is first year of life, thus year birthday 20 to birthday 21 is 21st year of life); but it, of course, in no way diminishes your wishes for her future. Just sayin' . . .
ReplyDeleteIt's been 6 days since my birthday and I just keep reading this over and over again. It makes me miss you so much. I'm not going to be sappy over this thing (but you got my email in response so that will have to do). I love you so much mish and I am so incredibly blessed to call you my very best friend.
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