Another birthday has descended on me, dragging the old wrinkles (and other body parts) down. But not my spirits. Those are plenty high! Why? Because I'm happy to still be here. After a scare with uterine cancer in 2013 I don't take a year or even a day for granted. I have been blessed with a wonderful family and fabulous friends. So, what does it really matter if my hair has now turned gray? It just makes me a silver fox. (Well, in my mind, anyway.)
This birthday I suckered some girlfriends to come over and play games with me. Even though I told the little stinkers not to bring gifts or cards, they did. I love the adorable purse I got that is made from a Monopoly board and my supply of socks is now replenished. I'll be using the great mugs my daughter got me at our family gatherings at the beach, and I'll smell good using the soap I got. And I'll look hot wearing the red sequined dress my pal Elizabeth gave me. "It's not a gift. It's a reward," she told me. She'd offered to loan me that gown when I had my last red carpet party when Hallmark showed the movie version of THE NINE LIVES OF CHRISTMAS, but sadly, I was too pudgy to look good in it. Since then I've lost twenty-five pounds, and she figured I'd earned that cool, sparkly dress. I can hardly wait to wear it! My friend Dave Kragen gave me the first "Killware" mug, commemorating his sci-fi KILLWARE series. I'm honored. He and my B.F.F. Jan fed Gerhardt and me well after the party and kept the fun going. So, needless to say, today I'm not moping around about the fact that I'm older. Instead I'm grateful, grateful, grateful. But I am also aware of the passing of time. (There comes a point, gang, when it does sink in that you're mortal.) As a Christian, the big question I'm asking myself with this birthday is, "How can I best follow God this coming year?" I hope I can be kinder, more patient, more generous, and definitely be listening with unplugged ears to whatever God may direct. It's a new year and I'm excited about it. Ready to be used by God, ready to be a good wife, mom, and friend. Ready to be a better person than I was last year. I suppose that's all a tall order. But I'm willing to try. Bring it on!
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2/27/2017 12:43:35 pm
I love the books of Icecicle falls I can hardly wait till tomorrow when your new one comes out. I read all the time. I was 72 February 20th and I wish to wish a Happy Birthday mine was the saddest ever my son Ed died deember 28th and he did not get to be here for my day I struggled through this birthday because of his loss and I was sick with a old and flu . God how I miss my boy he had a massive heartattack in the shower and I found him on the floor. He was 50 and I will never forget it. I have a necklace with ashes I wear to keep him close to my heart.I just wanted to share with you my thoughts and to wish you Happy Birthday yesterday thanks for writing the Icicle Falls books I love love them so much ... Nancy Benites 3280 Cherokee St Riverside calif 92503
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3/8/2017 03:01:56 pm
Nancy, I'm so sorry you lost your son. Of course, we all will die, but none of us wants to outlive our children. My heart goes out to you and even as I type this I'm praying that the hope of heaven will be a comfort to you.
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Wendy Theisen
3/3/2017 07:59:00 am
What a Beautiful Inspiration You are Sheila!! Thank You for sharing You as well as your Wonderful novels with us all!! God Bless!!! Wendy
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Marilyn L. Maher
3/13/2017 10:53:37 am
Happy Birthday late. My daughter shares your birthday. I enjoy your books and just finished the latest starting Over on Brambleberry Lane. Not sure if this is correct as the screen is very faint.
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11/12/2017 08:44:24 pm
Marilyn, just found your post. Sorry I'm replying so belatedly. Just wanted to thank you for the kind words.
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Caroline Harris
5/11/2017 05:42:06 am
Well, my dear, time is our friend. Given your writing output, I'd say you have welcomed your "Friend".
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Cindy T
9/9/2017 07:37:35 pm
We share the same birthday...Feb 26! Love your books!
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