Happy Birthday, Jill!

In honor of the birthday girl, the rest of us just wanted to share our favorite things about her - and some of our favorite pictures. 

Jill is the sister (as opposed to another brother) I desperately prayed for every day of the nine months leading up to her birth.  She is a loving sister, a fun aunt, and a loyal friend.  I have learned much about God's grace and faithfulness through Jill's testimony.  Happy Birthday, Jill!  I love you. ~Joanne

I've always been challenged by your eagerness to learn and thoughtfulness of others. You're such a gifted woman and minister to and serve the people around you. I am thankful for you in so many ways. Happy Birthday Jill! ~Sarah

Jill, I love and appreciate the way you listen to and care about people. You are also so giving and creative - I've always loved the little "care packages" you've randomly surprised us with. Thanks for always thinking of others. Have a wonderful, happy birthday! ~ Megan

Here is an acronym that describes you:
J- Jubilant
I- Intelligent
L- Loving
L- Leader
Happy Birthday! ~Julie

Your father refused a free trip to Israel in the spring of 1985 so that he would not miss being present when you were born.   And indeed he was there on Good Friday evening when you arrived as the new "little sister."   You have always been a diligent student, dutiful daughter, and dedicated servant.   We love you and hope you have a great birthday. ~Mom

Happy Birthday, Megan!

Birthdays that fall on or near a major holiday are often and easily overlooked.  Our dear sister, Megan, has one of those birthdays.  While she was actually born on Thanksgiving day, this year her birthday falls today, the day following Thanksgiving.  Since we were not together this year, we could not wish Megan a Happy Birthday in person.  Instead we would like to use our blog post today to let her know that we love her, are thinking of her, and wish we could all enjoy a big piece of chocolate cake together.  The following are our tributes to Megan:

Megan,
By the time typical girls have been sisters for five years, there have been many fights and arguments, times of laughter and making memories.  I guess one of the blessings of becoming sisters as adults is that you can skip the fights and arguments and jump right to the laughter and making memories.  I am very thankful for you.  You are a great helpmeet for my brother.  God has equipped you to be his helper, and I thank God for that.  You are also a great sister.  I am thankful that you are a part of our family, and I enjoy the times we are together.  I pray that this next year will be one of growing to be more like Christ, and of drawing closer to each other as sisters.

Happy Birthday!
Love, Joanne

From Sarah:
Some of my favorite things about megan are her ability to laugh, her loyalty to people and her love for learning. She shows these qualities not only in her every day talk with us but her every day walk with the Lord. Thanks Megan, for being such a joy to be around!
Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday, Megan. So many things you have brought to The Sisterhood, and to my own life. There is our shared love for tea (not just any tea will do!), and the love for Jane Austin, and other Victorian classics. More importantly, you have been a huge encourager. Your consistent reminder of God's provision, strength, and plan is seen in your daily life. Your organization skills, are something that I am continually learning from. Thank you Megan for being part of our lives.

Love,
Jill

Megan--Happy Birthday, dear sister. I am so very thankful that you are in our incredibly non-crazy, normal family! Here are a few words that describe you!

M- Mentor (reaches out to others) 

E- Erudite (very educated and well read)

G-Godly (loves God and has an awesome testimony)

A-Awesome (fun to be around)

N-Neat (very clean and organized!)

Love you!

Julie