for a debutante

You’re a woman now Mary, not anymore the sipunin little girl your mama and papa used to know. And I know you have your million wishes now for your birthday. God may have set time for each of your wishes; He may grant them now and delay some for your future. But I believe that a simple “Thank you!” to the Lord for all that had been, for giving you another year of life and love, and for all that will be in the future – is more than enough, more than any wish you could ask for. Start with a simple “Thank you!” Mary. For from a simple yet heartfelt “Thank you!” to the Lord, I believe, every good thing follows.

And with that, I also thank the Lord for giving me not just the opportunity to be here in your party, but most of all, for giving me the privilege to know you and get close to you personally.

For your Mama and Papa: You know what Sir, Maam, your daughter is a very lovely and sweet friend. You never failed to raise her and made her into the real WOMAN you wished her to be.

Mary, you may not be that slim as you might wish you should have been. You may not be that perfect. But always remember, as the book entitled “The Little Prince” says, “It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.” For Jesus, you will always be His precious and favorite little sister. For me, you will always be the same sweet Mary I will always treasure (in my heart). Continue to smile; and never forget to pray. We love you Mary. Happy birthday young woman!