It's a big day tomorrow! Joshua is turning sixteen! Our efforts to celebrate his birthday a day earlier with a fun lake day with jet skiing and tubing grew a little soggy in the constant rain at Lake Placid. What was supposed to be a party on the dock wound up being an indoor party. We were all together and it was fun and filled with laughs, just not what we had planned.
Sixteen years ago when Joshua was born, it began the same way. It was a celebration, but not what we had planned. What an extraordinary journey it has been to see this beautiful boy grow into a young man.
I wish I could have been better prepared for that happy day. How could I know then that he would teach me more about life and love than anyone in this world. And, that knowing him would make me a much better person.
Jesus said, "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." I believe Joshua sees God everyday. I don't know about you, but I want that kind of heart. I have so much to learn from him. And not just him, but all special needs kids and adults. If we could all just see through the eyes of God. This is my prayer each day.
Happy Birthday, Joshua!!!! God has given you a unique ability to touch hearts. I thank God because you touch mine everyday. I love you so much.
