Dearest, sweet Wendy,
Today is your special day!
A day our family will forever remember; the day God chose to bring you
into the world, into your parent’s arms, and into your family’s hearts. One year ago, we gazed upon your soft, ivory
skin with silky, dark hair atop your head and marveled of your tiny frame with
sweet, perfect hands. Your parents were
so delighted to finally meet you, they truly radiated with immense love for
you, their precious, beautiful daughter.
So much has happened since you were born. Many tears have been shed, our hearts have
grieved for losing you, hopes and dreams have been set aside. However, above all the sorrow towers the
promise we cling to. The promise given
to us from a faithful, loving Father.
The promise we will see you again.
I enjoy imagining what your life has been like this past
year. You opened your eyes for the first
time in the arms of Jesus. You have only
known His perfect love in a perfect heaven.
I am confident that Jesus gave the task of nurturing you to your Grandpa
Brion. How can someone feel more joy
from one day to another in heaven, I don’t know. Yet, surely, upon your entrance into heaven,
Grandpa Brion held you tight, tenderly kissed your rosy cheeks, and smiling his
handsome smile, felt more joy than ever before.
When you were born, Grandpa Brion received a gift, the gift of a
grandchild to hold and love for eternity.
I am so happy for him!
Since then, you have grown to understand perfect love in
perfect wholeness. Your heart only knows
goodness and truth. Your eyes have only
seen the glories of a place no one on earth can fathom. The warmth and beauty around you, tickles
your senses and captivates your heart and mind every moment you live. I wish I could have a peek at your chubby
legs toddling about, hear your first words of praise to the Father who adores
you, and watch you, hand in hand, with your Grandpa. When I think of these things, desiring you
here pales considerably to the reality you embrace and flourish in. Your happiness means the world to me!
Today is your special day!
Celebrate your first birthday, sweet Wendy. Celebrate all God has done for you. That is exactly what your family will be
doing here on earth through tears. We
celebrate on your birthday what God has done for you!
With all my heart and love,
Grammy
