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Piles of Roses!



“A diplomat is a man who always remembers a woman’s birthday but never remembers her age.” Robert Frost


I enjoyed a wonderful birthday yesterday. Thank you for all the kind words you spoke over me and the love you sent me in the Spirit.

Get a load of these flowers! I was overjoyed when Fed Ex delivered 18 long-stemmed roses to my office. My boss sent them. I just cannot out give this generous southern gent. Now you know why I was so determined over the holidays finding just the right recipe to make him a homemade sweet potato pie, his favorite. He liked it, by the way! You guys helped me; the least I can do is share the flowers! I did, however, eat the enclosed box of Lady Godiva chocolates myself.

I’ve been so busy and haven’t visited as much online as I like to do. Please know I hold you and your prayer requests close to my heart.

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  1. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Mary - Congratulations on your 29th birthday (again)!!

    Glad to see that you were honored for the wonderful person that you are - and the picture of you was just SO cute!

    Hope this is a year full of God's richest blessings!

    GOD BLESS!

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  2. Happy Birthday, Friend! I'm so glad that your boss treated you so well! You certainly are a blessing to me...but I know you are a blessing to everyone who meets you.

    Love and hugs!
    Dianna

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  3. Oh Happy Birthday. I am so sorry I missed it. You are such a special lady and I hope you had the very best day ever. Hugs, Marty

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  4. I didn't know your bday was in January too? wow. Happy day belated. You look so so lovely and smiles from ear to ear with those roses. I love your quote too.
    I agree with all the rest..YOU are very special to us all!!

    ((hugs))

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  5. Oh Mary what a wonderful birthday for this year...so special.

    The roses are beautiful, and you are glowing!

    Happy birthday, may this year be extra special for you.

    Love
    Lidj

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  6. Happy Birthday ... goodness you are BLESSED.
    I would like to have a boss like yours. LOL
    It is obvious that you do great work!!!
    Hugs and blessings,
    Bren

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  7. Those flowers are gorgeous!! I hope you had a wonderful birthday.
    HUGS
    Kim

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  8. Happy Birthday, praise God for you continually. I love you.

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  9. Happy Birthday!!! Sounds like it was a wonderful day.

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  10. Lady Godiva chocolates? That sure perked my ears & my salivary glands. Do you suppose they'd be OK for breakfast (my next scheduled meal)?

    You're such a princess, Mary - - a rose among many. I am so glad your boss recognizes that, and is so generous.

    Blessings,
    Kathleen

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  11. Happy B-day Miss Mary! You deserve so much more than flowers and chocolate - may the Lord grant you the desires of your faithful heart, as you are blessing to so many of us! Sending love!

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  12. Look at you lovely lady!!
    Wow those flowers are gorgeous..what a thoughtful boss you have!!
    Chocolates..did someone say chocolates?! lol
    Love that quote!
    You have the most beautiful smile Mary!!!!

    Deborah xoxo

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  13. It's very rare to have those kind of "bosses" who always think of the employees more than themselves... God bless your boss.

    Happy Birthday sister Mary and you are so beautiful. I can feel the joy that comes from Him overflowing through you.

    Thank you for your prayers and I feel strong because I am not alone pleading to the One Who knows it all! To Him be the glory forever. Please pray for me sister Mary, tomorrow, an abrupt meeting with the Sergeant from Civil Liability who wants to ask about my work restrictions. May the Lord's wisdom guide me, His protection over me and praying for Him to be my Representative in that meeting. I am not afraid. "What can man do to me?" It's because of Jesus...Love you sister!

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  14. Happy belated Birthday, Mary!

    The flowers are beautiful!! And I'm so glad you found a sweet potato pie recipe that was up to your boss' liking.....I've been so busy here that I haven't even given it a try yet!!! And now that I'm back on my diet I'm sure I'd be tempted to eat the whole thang!!!

    Hope you're having a wonderful day!!

    Hugs and Blessings!
    Jackie

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  15. Happy Birthday, Mary!!(Belated!) What gorgeous roses! How wonderful of your boss to send them to you. I hope you enjoyed your special day...you deserve it. :)

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  16. Happy Birthday Mary!

    I wanted to let you know that I am currently organizing a Bloggers Tea for March 26th.
    All the details are on my current blog post.
    You are welcome to grab the button and spread the word.

    I hope that you can make it. It should be a fun day.

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  17. Hi Saleslady371 -

    Lovely flowers...what I love most though, is that JESUS glow/smile on your face!

    His glory shines through...

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  18. pretty flowers Mom! Hope it was a good day!

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  19. Happy Belated birthday to you!! Those roses are beautiful!! Hope you enjoyed the best birthday ever! :)

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