>>> for your 50th... posted a month early, so I could be the first. Love,
Fifty Wishes
Half a century since this world received good gift of you. Now I cannot see you, cannot touch you, cannot speak to you, so I offer fifty golden wishes true .
I. Firm Foundation – No shaky ground or fault line beneath the place you stand, but solid rock to stop your fall, never sinking sand.
Flames of Faith – Undying fire lit by Creator God, protected by Seraphim, fanned by those who support your work here.
Forever Friends – The kind who sit beside you in a circle and say everything in silence when others have gone their way.
Fields of Forgiveness – White Lilies and Chrysanthemums… Iris for tender care and passion of my purple love. Please remember.
Faithful Fellowship – That never shuts its doors nor casts you out to be killed, out into cold, dark world – world with cruel devils filled.
Farther than Familiar Fold – Be not confined, restricted unnecessarily, blind to what lies beyond familiar harbor, safe sea.
II. First Fruits – Abundance. More than you dreamed could be. Faith. Hope. And love. Sky raining love. Sun shining love. World oozing love. Love.
Flavorful Feasts – Table in lonely wilderness and everlasting banquet filled with bread of life and full cup of good cheer.
Fragrant Forests – Aroma of goodness filling up moments of days, scenting each evening with sweet-smelling and restful haze.
Frames of “Fantasia” – Always exuberance and celebratory songs – power of music, laughter, enough to right all wrongs.
Floating Fuschia Flowers – In a pond you can gaze into and see best in me, forget ugly lies, recognize truth’s radiant beauty.
Fantastic Firmament – Skies with hues aplenty and clouds whose fibers shimmer; storms of passion followed by sun bringing hope’s glimmer.
Fleeting Fears – No more anxiety, no more shame not yours to bear, but reconciliation, contentment, God’s watch-care.
III. Face Forward – See all things illuminated by promise of God. Take courage. Believe. Hold high Deliverer’s blessed rod.
Fullness Found – Arms wrapped ‘round in celebration of healing, wholeness, then flung wide joyfully to welcome those left hopeless.
Fitness and Flexibility – Muscles well-toned, joints well-used, physical health assured, a still-sharp mind, agility, all your heartaches cured.
Fine-Tuned Facilitation – Continued success at building bridges where you can; then, that gift refined, insight, wisdom to understand.
Fertile Formation – Well-watered soil of spirit sprouting new life like Spring with roots reaching deeper, greater awareness to bring.
Frothy Fermentation – Deep hue, subtle flavor mixed, reward of aged days. Laughter shared and a toast among friends, “To life, always.”
IV. Fluid Form – Unobstructed movement through life’s ever-changing roads; safe journey ever, always, no matter method, mode.
Fielder’s Finesse – Outstanding preparation for big game and bright lights; ease of movement in the field, balls hit to greater heights.
Founder’s Firsts – Leadership that leads you to places unexpected; full, welcome embrace of connections unsuspected.
Fighter’s Fire – Fire in the belly to drive your life, work beside; fire in your heart of hearts where true love does reside.
Flyboy Folly – Crop-duster sensibilities skimming fertile ground; maverick’s gutsy gamble to break the speed of sound.
Farmer’s Foothold – Firm footing, commitment as a farmer to his land; fine family life, community, standing hand in hand.
V. Fixed Focus – Unwavering concentration on what matters most; no greener pastures tempting you to abandon post.
Fulcrum Force – Great turning radius and pivot ability; balanced scales of justice, treasured gift of sweet mercy.
Facts Forthcoming – Truth revealed in timely manner, lies quickly exposed; friends, loved ones who surround you, of honesty composed.
Fearless Feats – Undaunted determination that bids you go on; bravery of heroes past, their battles fought and won.
Fiscal Flow – Continued financial success, household of plenty; storehouse of abundance, enough for ten and twenty.
Fathomless Footprints – Leave your mark, and impact of your life will only grow: my prayer is that you see difference you make as you go.
Failsafe Formula – Life based on faith’s foundation, a certain guarantee that what you do and what you say will help others see.
VI. Famous Flagship – Sail on, sailor of ocean’s vast; your exploration is sure to be remembered with proud exhortation.
Far-Reaching Forbearance – Moderation, restraint, patience, practiced self-control that bear fine fruit of Great Spirit, heal and make you whole.
Frequent Foresight – Ability to envision what dreams may yet come, and form response appropriate with grace and aplomb.
Feathered Fascination – Endless curiosity that leads your soul to flight, new discoveries, growing knowledge, deeper insight.
Flock of Followers – Many who recognize true gift you are, and follow, choose to fly with you on bold journey toward tomorrow.
Forecasts Fair – Clear skies, sunshine with replenishing summer showers. No inclement weather, just fields of watered flowers.
VII. Fortuitous Fall – Gentle falls when they must come and lessons quickly learned, fortune’s favor smiling on you, and few bridges burned.
Free-fall Fantasy – Voyage of imagination that lets everything loose; fantastic ride through life that makes troubles go, vamoose.
Faraway Frontiers – Flight to distant opportunity, exploration of your heart, expanding horizons, new creation.
Fortune’s Favor – Smiling angels looking down from heaven’s highest ridge, changing your mind and heart to see love can build a bridge.
Fond Folklore – Remembrances of yesteryear treasured and held close; learning from past triumphs and mistakes in healthy dose.
Fountains of Frankincense – Aroma of nature’s beauty, our breathtaking home; flowing streams of scented hope that bid you always come.
VIII. Fluorescent Fairytales – Unicorns, iridescent rainbows to fill your dreams; good beginnings, happy endings, sweet silver moonbeams.
Frolicking, Frivolous Fun – Occasional breakaway from the world of duty for tickle fights, movie nights, love of simple beauty.
Flamenco Flair – Bold Latin steps, passionate, confident twirls of fun that enliven the bleakest of hours, bring back the sun.
Fandango Freedom – Live large, dance free through challenge with captivating smile. Skip past potholes, pitfalls; decorate your life with style.
Fajita Festivity – Mariachi montage to suit joy that you exude; sizzling, salsa-laden love and festive attitude.
Fanfare Finale – Accolades and admiration, affection for all you are and all you’ve been, how you answered Master’s call.
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Reviewed on May 21, 2004
I agree so much thought has gone into this exceptional piece! Wonderful....as you do........ty, Dani
South Baltimore serves as the backdrop for this gripping story of three brothers leading very different lives but joined forever by the secrets of a painful family past.
South Baltimore serves as the backdrop for this gripping story of three brothers leading very different lives but joined forever by the secrets of a painful family past.
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