My First Post

Jay has asked me many times to submit a guest post, and although I've been tempted to express my opinion  on a variety of issues, some significant, others trivial, today I finally have something to say.
My dearest friend, my big brother in the Lord, my love for life, my prince and hero- I am so grateful that you were born! Your very life testifies to the goodness and faithfulness of God. Born in poverty{not quite a stable},during fearful and violent times, born to a carpenter, yourself possessing the initials JC- how often have we commented on the similarities in your life to your Savior Jesus? Over the thirty three years that I have known you , I see each year you've become more and more like your precious Savior and Heavenly Father.From the beginning a visionary with the purpose and focus of love. Setting our marriage and my life on the secure rock of "Nothing is more important than loving each other".Unshakable on that issue, so faithful, so like the Father. An artist- seeing wonder and beauty everywhere. A master storyteller- don't get me started on that one. A writer, a dreamer, a coach, an encourager,a  funny punmaster,delightful friend.You look more and more like Jesus and I fall deeper and deeper in love with you each day. Truly, you are the kindest man I have ever met on earth and you help me to know the goodness of God more deeply. I am so glad you were born, and so thankful you chose me to be your bride and go on this adventure called life.Happy Birthday Beloved!
Love always,
Christine

Comments

Sarah said…
Wohoo! So thankful to have you both as parents!
Mike Premo said…
:-)
Martha Orlando said…
Christine, what a beautiful and touching tribute to your husband! We must be soul sisters as I feel the same way about my Danny. His love has made me realize the depths of God's goodness. We are, indeed, most blessed among women.
Happy Birthday to Jay!
Bill (cycleguy) said…
Great tribute Christine. Your man is an amazing one, made even more so by his love for and from the Father. Happy Birthday jay.
Sweet and lovely words, Christine, from a sweet and lovely woman to her husband. Brava! And HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jay...you are a VERY BLESSED man. Enjoy this special day that God has made :)
floyd said…
Awesome tribute, Christine! The words of love from our Father through you. Jay is a good man and kind words from the other half that God used to make him whole sheds a brilliant light on the reason and blessings you two share. Happy Birthday, my brother!!!
TCAvey said…
Great guest post, very endearing.

God bless you both!
jasonS said…
Awesome post, Christine. And happy birthday, Jay! What a blessing you are. :)
Michael said…
I'm in hearty agreement with you, Christine. Jay's internal beauty, expressed through his words and deeds, reflect the fantastic redemptive power of God. And the two of you, together, magnify His glory...
Jay Cookingham said…
My wife would like to thanks you all for your kind words and praise. I would like to thank all of you for being who you are and blessing me with your friendship.

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