47

Today would have been Talia's 47th Birthday. As I continue to sort out life, one thing is for sure, I do want to keep her memory alive and honor her for all she meant to me. I talked with her Mom today as we usually talk each year on her birthday in addition to much more than just this day. Most of the conversation is laughing. I of course miss her immensely, but am so glad for all the memories. She was one of the greatest blessings the Lord ever gave me. I continue to learn from her example. Talia's Mom always says how much she would hate all this attention to which I agree but then I say, Heavenly Talia, I don't think would care anymore. Any insecurity is now gone and I think she would just want me to communicate how good God is, and to make sure you know what Jesus did for us all, in the greatest act of love, paying the debt for sin so we don't have to say goodbye. I really am glad she is with Jesus and my love for her brings me such comfort knowing where she is at in her spirit now. Selfishly of course would do anything to have her back but  trying not to be selfish. So today, I celebrate 47 years ago, the day God gave Talia life and that God gave me a best friend to do life with for a season.