Happy Birthday?

Well, it's Sarah's birthday today. But it's a bit late to wish her a happy day once more, since the day has only about 20 minutes left on it. But what's a birthday without those around you speaking up about how they've been blessed by you? ...so in a small way, that's what I was hoping to do here. Words can do a lot, but without honesty or inspiration, they are empty.
What can I say to her life, except of what I've seen? Many times I've wished I could somehow describe the amazing displays of beauty that I see in the lives of my friends... Things that they do, or say which reach out and touch me where it matters most, like the final piece of puzzle, fitting perfectly into a void.
So many times Sarah, you've stood by and watched me make a fool of myself. So many times you've seen me fail. Yet each time, you've reached out and given me a hand back up, and you forgave my stupidity. You've let God speak to me through what you say. You've even cried with me over pain that life has thrown this way. You have been to me, a sister, a friend, and a fellow pilgrim. Thank you.
I find the 'Pilgrim's Progress' anology very profound... we are on a journey, a pilgrimage. There is one path that we need to follow, though it nearly fades at times. And those we meet along this path... those who are traveling it for the same purpose... are the people God sends to help us. The best part is that, though we've come from different places, carrying many different memories, we are all bound for the same place. That is a forever friend. ...and that is a cool thought.

Anyways, before I completely fall off the face of the coherent world... I want to wish Sarah a very wonderful year to come, and all the blessings God can dream of. :o)

G'night all you people... fast asleep, and happily dreaming. (I hope)
*grumbles about sleeplessness*