Oct. 3, 2011

Happy Birthday Heaven

From Prisoners Praise by Frances Nichole Whitlock (author's profile)

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9/26/11

Happy Birthday, Heaven

Dearest Heaven,
Hello! How are you, pumpkin?

I pray you are well and that God's hand upon your life has been full of love. You are fixing to turn 11 years old on Sunday, Oct. 2nd. Wow!

You wouldn't believe the details I remember about having you. One being that I was watching Monday night Raw on TV. Or the fact that you were being welcomed by so many. Your father almost passed out and I could barely take the pain. However, joy and love overtook us at the sight of you.

I remember holding you and thinking, "I am so blessed." You were so beautiful. You had me by the heart strings. Your father was wrapped around your pinky. I swear—you were a very good daughter from the very beginning.

Sweet daughter, I love you. Your mom has done a wonderful job raising you. I know that you are surrounded by love. That has been what has kept me going all this time.

Your eyes have always looked like the color of whiskey to me. Funny how it's the small details I remember. I wish for so much more, but I only got the memories I made years ago.

Sweetheart, you got a destiny that's bright. You were God's child long before you were ever mine. He's got His hand on you. You are called to do great things. Never fear the dreams or visions He gives you. He will reveal them in time. Please, trust Him!

So with that, Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday, Heaven, happy birthday to you!

I pray that you are granted the desires of your heart today. That your birthday is filled with love and joy. I pray God will allow you to feel the love I have for you. I pray your wishes come true. Most of all, I pray that you are surrounded today by your sisters and brothers. I do love you.

Happy birthday, Heaven Lee!

With love,
your mother, Frances

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