Birthday: Anya turned 15!
And it was just like that, … she turned 15!
The eldest in the family had her birthday today!
Looking back, … I’d say, those 15 years sure are full of ups and downs.
At least for me.
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There are times when I feel proud.
Proud of her choices, her passion for reading, her maturity, her works, creative works especially.
And, there are times when I feel discouraged, down and broken-hearted.
Times when I felt like giving up for I have failed.
Times when I didn’t have control of my emotion and impatience.
Have we raised a young lady ready to face the world without us in a few years?
I honestly hope so, though I frankly find the thought of letting go so hard to swallow.
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Anyway, our prayer for our eldest hasn’t changed since the day she’s entrusted in our care.
ie. For her to be a woman after God’s own heart.
Someone who dares to make choices that are pleasing to God, though they are most likely going to be unpopular.
Someone who can be a blessing to others and continually develop her God-given talents.
Someone who always remembers to be kind.
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I know I rarely post this many birthday photos on the blog.
I just feel I need to, … so we, especially the birthday girl, remember always, to count our blessings, and be thankful for the gift of family.
Thank God for His goodness and mercy.
And for watching over our eldest all these 15 years.
She’s indeed loved.
By us, her siblings, her bigger family and friends, and most importantly, by her Creator, her Redeemer.
