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Dear Reader,

I apologize for not writing in awhile. I can give a million excuses, but there is a great explanation of excuses. Someone once said that excuses are like armpits; everyone has at least a couple and they all stink. In other words, you don't really want to share them. However, there will be at least one reason for being so busy mentioned here. Her name is Lauren.


Isn't she gorgeous? Today we celebrate Lauren. It is her birthday! We won't disclose how old she is today...just another year older and wiser. That phrase is not just a cliche this time. I happen to know that she has become another year older and wiser. As one of my best friends, we have learned a lot about one another and even more about ourselves. 

For your information as a reader, I will share a little about why Lauren is amazing. Lauren can make anyone smile. I'm not joking. Every person I have ever seen her talk to has smiled at one point or another during their time together. Always thinking of others, Lauren is a prime example of what it means to love. She encompasses love. One reason she is happy so much is her dancing. Have you seen this girl dance? If you have not, I highly recommend watching her at one of her next dance competitions. Have you heard her sing? that is even better! She possesses those great talents which are great tools in helping others smile. 

It has to be said that one of her best attributes is her willingness to follow the Spirit. There have been several occasions when she has followed the spirit, not knowing why. A couple of those instances included things she did not want to do, but she followed through anyway. I admire the courage she has to act on what Christ has taught us. 

With all that said, I have to again wish this wonderful girl a happy birthday. May you have many more, Lauren!

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