My former pastor used to say that you should give people their "flowers" while they can still enjoy them. In other words, tell those you love how much you appreciate them when they are alive. Though many have supported me during this time, on the occasion of my sister’s birthday, I want to give her the "flowers" due her.
Shortly after the diagnosis of cancer invaded my life, I had the opportunity to see just what a treasure my sister really is. Someone once said that a crisis reveals what is really inside a person, for it is when we are intensely pressured that the true content within us shines forth. What I have seen in her and experienced because of her has both astounded and amazed me. She has listened every time I cried, encouraged me, prayed for me, and tried to cheer me up when I was determined to be sad. She watched my hair fall out and still told me I was pretty. In short, she saw me at my worst and still stood by me. Not only that, she has also helped me with housework, traveled with me everywhere so I would not be alone, at times surprised me with flowers, rubbed my balding head, helped me financially, etc., etc., etc. The list could go on and on and I would still not be finished. A person like that is worth her weight in gold. If you have anyone like this in your life, show your appreciation for him or her. Since there is no better way to express it, happy birthday, Fran! You are the best!!
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