Mom's 50th!!!

We had a wonderful week-end celebrating Mom's 50th birthday!! (Scott and Lydia celebrated 4 years of marriage on the 5th, and Moses turned 14 on the 7th, so it was a week-end of fun and rejoicing in the blessings the Lord has given us!!)

There were two surprises in store for Mom-- first, her sister flew in from New York to surprise her!! Then a small birthday party that Rebecca and Lydia organized for her and a few close friends.

It was a precious week-end for us, with both the girls up and with special friends who came and blessed Mom with their presence and thoughtfulness.

Uncle Billy wrote a very special poem for Mom. The meaningful lines are dispersed amongst the following pictures to give you a glimpse of the festivities.

Our birthdays are given from God above; another year for us to love.

A special day He set aside, His arms extended and open wide.

For on this special day for you, He planned your life and what you'd do.
A daughter, sister, mother, wife;

all are blessings in your life.

Each child He entrusted in your care,

a loving husband to hold you near.

As years go by and children go,

Your blessings seem to grow and grow!

For now the grandkids come to share,

as you celebrate another year.

Another miracle from God above;

an extended family for you to love!

Fifty years where did they go??

Look around you and you'll know.

Birthday cake with candles bright,

laughter and singing through the night.

Though some family is far away;

you're in our prayers both night and day.

Birthdays come and birthdays go,

Wisdom, courage, faith and love; these are gifts from God above.

but there are things that you should know.

Enjoy this day and make it fun,

for before you know it;

you'll be 51!!!

Billy Janes, 2009.