Lisa Notes: Friday’s Fave Five # 120

Friday’s Fave Five # 120

1. Somebody’s birthday today!
Happy birthday to my sweet husband. I’ve been blessed to love him for the past 19 of his now 47 years. He’s heading to Arkansas today so when he wakes up Saturday morning, he and his dad and brother can be among the first to start shooting ducks in the freezing cold. (Hey, it’s his birthday, not mine. Mine’s next Friday and I promise you I WON’T be doing that.)

2. Kali’s birthday
We also celebrated our daughter Kali’s life this week. She would have turned 18 years old last Sunday. Jeff and Jenna made cupcakes Sunday afternoon (I just ate them) to share with our Bible study group that night. Kali will always be a never-forgotten member of our family.

3. A prayer lunch
While Selwyn and I didn’t get much time to pray together at lunch on Tuesday, we did spend time writing down prayer requests for each other. We’ll keep reaping benefits from our time together.

4. Manna House
So grateful for the people who provide this ministry to help those who need food and basics. And for letting us help whenever we show up. I’m also thankful that God graciously gave me some poignant moments to ponder on for awhile from my time there Thursday afternoon.

5. Jeremy’s graduation
Oh my! Thursday night we celebrated our friend Jeremy’s Leadership Graduation from The Way, a recovery program for men lifted out of addictions.

If anyone doubts whether God still works today, they should talk to Jeremy. He’s a walking testimony of the Lord’s power to turn around a life. One thing Jeremy shared was this:

You can either keep fighting to survive or surrender to be saved.

Jeremy surrendered and became a new and joyful man, thanks to Jesus Christ. So proud of Jeremy and all who supported his recovery into a clean lifestyle! He has already led several other men to Christ this year.

I also found out that Jeremy and my daughter Kali share the same birthday, which made the night even more special.

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What’s been a favorite of yours this week?

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Julie · 703 weeks ago

Appreciate getting to be a part of your "gratitudes". My fav this week...my heart was warmed and I just felt pure joy when a senior couple stopped by the house to bring 3 mini-loaves of homemade breads and to welcome us to the neighborhood. Said they were thankful to have nice neighbors. :-) I was struck by how happy I was when I waved goodbye that they would take the time to do that...not even having met me yet. It is so nice to feel like you are becoming "a part of something bigger than just yourself, your home, your life" in a neighborhood. Just like the Kingdom, yes? There is something out there bigger than myself and this world, and I am ecstatic that I KNOW about it. Hugs to you Lisa. Hope da man has a Happy Birthday. Guys weekend out...RAH. :-) xoxoxo

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karen · 703 weeks ago

I just read your beautiful tribute to Kali. It filled my heart today. Thank you.

Such a lovely idea, a prayer lunch! So many great things on your list this week. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving:)

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Kathie · 703 weeks ago

A beautiful tribute to your daughter - how happy your reunion will be!

And what a line - I'm going to give that one to my pastor husband - I think it will find its way into a sermon or two.

Hope you have a joy-filled weekend!

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Jerri · 703 weeks ago

Thanks for sharing your Kali's story. Your eternity will be sweeter because of her.

And I like Jeremy's quote! Oh, if only all would surrender!
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lnbseattle 24p · 703 weeks ago

Wow what a week for you. A wonderful tribute for your daughter. Love that last line. What a wonderful graduation for Jeremy. Recovery is something to celebrate for sure. Happy birthday to your hubby. I probably won't be around next week so an early happy birthday to you!! I'm glad you are doing something you enjoy instead of shooting ducks LOL!

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barbarah 65p · 703 weeks ago

Happy Birthday to your hubby! That wouldn't be my favorite birthday activity, either, but I'm glad he gets a chance to do it.

The prayer lunch sounds like a great time and the Manna House provided food for thought as well as bodies.

So glad to hear of Jeremy's story!
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floyd · 703 weeks ago

Happy Birthday to your husband and also to your daughter Kali, and thanks for the awesome post about her this week. It's gonna stay with me...
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karyn · 703 weeks ago

Happy Birthday to Jeff - and an early happy birthday to you, too.____Loved your post about Kali. It made me cry and smile at the same time. Such hope we have!____Jeremy's quote is very profound. Love it.____Bless you, Lisa.

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Gattina · 703 weeks ago

A happy belayed Birthday to Jeff, I have already 41 years of "prison" behind me, lol !
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Beth @ My Destiny · 703 weeks ago

I hope your hubby had a great time shooting ducks. And I have no doubt that your daughter had a wonderful birthday with the King of Kings! I'm so thankful eternity is longer than our moments here on earth. God bless you and your family!

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Carrie, ReadingtK · 703 weeks ago

Happy Birthday to your husband!

And Happy Thanksgiving (a few days early) as well! Hope you have a great weekend and a good week!
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susan2009 26p · 703 weeks ago

I shared Jeremy's quote on FB. Too good to not share.

I wouldn't go duck hunting on my birthday either, but it's sweet that you didn't object that your hubby wanted to do so.

I was touched, Lisa, by your post about Kali. Loved this truth: "But I think wrongly. Our time has NOT run out. It has yet to really begin."

Have a blessed Thanksgiving.

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Catherine · 703 weeks ago

I hope your husband had a nice birthday. A good husband is such a blessing. When I worked as a labor and delivery nurse, I learned so much from the little ones who went home to God so soon. Every breath, every second is so precious. I am glad your faith is strong and that you can look forward to seeing Kali again. Congratulations to Jeremy! there is so much freedom in surrender! Happy Thanksgiving. xo
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Brenda · 703 weeks ago

Two Birthday! How fun! Makes for an extra special joyful week. Congrats to your friend for finishing the recovery program, that is no small feat.
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nikkipolani 18p · 703 weeks ago

Wow. Congrats to Jeremy. A friend of mine has been working closely with people recovering from addictions and it is a hard hard road. Happy birthday to your husband and your upcoming one!

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Melanie · 703 weeks ago

Oh wow, I didn't know you lost a daughter. We lost my cousin 3 years ago at age 17. We still celebrate her life and she now celebrates with my grandfather in Heaven!!

Congrats to your friend and happy birthday to your husband!! Celebrating is fun isn't it?
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Susanne · 703 weeks ago

Congratulations to Jeremy. And belated birthday wishes to everybody who was celebrating last week!

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Susanne · 703 weeks ago

oops hit enter before I was done. And I wanted to say what a special way of remembering Kali. I think it's awesome that you purposefully celebrate her life and remember her.