Sunday, October 5, 2008

Day 112 - October 5 - Happy Birthday, Joélle!

Today is Joélle's twentieth birthday. Most of us don't think about how we're going to spend our next birthday, and Joélle certainly couldn't have anticipated that her 20th would be at the hospital with her brother.

Joélle has been a trooper - at her brother's side, and supporting her parents since day one. Take a few minutes and wish her a Happy Birthday!

They say you only need about 30 people in a room to have a significant probability that two of you share a common birth date. Anybody else out there born on October 5th?


Brad

Michigan
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At October 5, 2008 1:43 PM , Anonymous Huang Family said...

Wishing you a very happy birthday, Joelle!

 
At October 5, 2008 2:00 PM , Blogger alimomof3 said...

Happy Birthday Joelle!! I will be thinking of you today as you celebrate this important birthday, and praying for you.

 
At October 5, 2008 2:18 PM , Anonymous Thomas Family said...

Happy Birthday Joelle!! What a GREAT sister you have been to your brother Connor!!! Your sense of humor has been wonderful for him and sure just what he's needed.

We continue to pray for you too, as we're sure this has been a very difficult time for you.

In Christ's Love!
Kim & Ken

 
At October 5, 2008 3:17 PM , Anonymous Monica Lines said...

Hey Joelle!!

Happy Birthday!
Praise God for His blessings and 20 years of faithfulness in your life. Though I do not know how God has specifically led you and grown you since you were little, I do know that He moves and He grants growth in faith, love, good deeds, and spiritual understanding and wisdom. I know He has been molding you into a woman after His own heart, I could see that way back in co-op. You are so special, you are vibrant, goofy, and I praise God especially for giving you faith to trust in Jesus.

I hope you enjoy celebrating your birthday!
Sending lots of love and smiles,
Monica :)

 
At October 5, 2008 3:26 PM , Blogger Linda said...

Happy Birthday Joelle!
I guess I will be remembering your birthday for years to come and lifting you up to the Lord along with my youngest Grandson Daniel :)
He is 8 years old today, healthy, happy and very loved and also loves the Lord along with his family who by the way are also on CONNOR Watch many times a day so much that when the husband asked the kids what the Mom was doing they said I don't know probably checking on Connor again haha, Connor you have become quite popular!

I pray your Birthday is perfect today Joelle and that you remember the Lord loves you so much, you are right in the middle of His plans for you, they are perfect and He is in control :)
He knows your name,
He sees each tear that falls,
and He hears you when you call.
Keep Praising Him,
Happy Birthday, from Downey

 
At October 5, 2008 3:27 PM , Anonymous charlene said...

Happy Birthday, Joelle, from Albany, OR. Though we don't know you, because of this blog it seems like we do. What an advantage we have to get to read about you while you are pretty clueless about us. I have been impressed by what an awesome young lady you seem to be. Hang in there and keep on being the wonderful sister that you are. I'm sure God has great rewards for you someday.

 
At October 5, 2008 3:59 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday Joelle!!!!!!
You are an awesome woman of God.
You have showed remarkable strength, courage, and insight. May God richly bless you in all your desires from Him and fulfill His purpose and call on your life. It is in each step that you take, that you become the woman that God has called you to be.

Blessings,

Bonnie/Fresno

 
At October 5, 2008 3:59 PM , Anonymous Gina Vaiana said...

Happy Birthday Joelle! Just in watching this blog over the last 112 days we have all learned what a blessing you are to your family. You are an inspiration to us all with such a positive outlook on things and the ability to continue uplifting others.

Happy 20th!

The Vaiana Family
Morgan Hill

 
At October 5, 2008 4:42 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday, Joelle!


God Bless You,
Holly
Sonora

 
At October 5, 2008 4:56 PM , Blogger The Putano's said...

happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday dear Joelle, happy birthday to you!!! you sweet beautiful young lady!!! you are an inspiration to so many. have a blessed day sweet joelle, and may God give you many, many, many more birthday's to celebrate with your brother and parents. Ahhh, to be 20 again!!! :)

Mucho love,
Ginny

 
At October 5, 2008 5:08 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Happy birthday to you,

Happy birthday to you,

Happy birthday, Jo-elle'

Happy birthday to you!

Love,

the Slavich family

 
At October 5, 2008 5:35 PM , Anonymous Evalena said...

Happy Birthday Joelle, you've received the greatest gift ever...CONNOR! Tie a bow around his head and squeeze him tight and sing praises!

Love you and hope you have a BLESSED YEAR!

 
At October 5, 2008 5:36 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Jooelle,
A very happy birthday to you! Emily say's too bad you can't hear my tone. It IS much more jovial:)
Love,
Cera Malech

 
At October 5, 2008 5:39 PM , Anonymous jessrun said...

Happy birthday, Joelle!

 
At October 5, 2008 5:52 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday to you, Joelle!!
Put another candle on the birthday cake.
Even though I don't post everyday...
you all know our prayers are with you!!
We love you all.
Your family has impacted out lives in ways only eternity will show.
Praying and loving you,
CeCe

 
At October 5, 2008 5:58 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday, Joelle!
I have two brothers both born on Oct. 5, two years apart. The youngest one is 50 years old today! I live far from both of them, so I won't see them today. I'm thinking of your brother today as well as my two!
Praying for your family....

 
At October 5, 2008 6:09 PM , Blogger jhija said...

Happy Birthday Joelle! You are a wonderful sister and marvelous, Godly young woman. We thank God for you and your love for your family. Blessings, Jann and Bill Hija

 
At October 5, 2008 6:34 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

A very happy birthday Joelle. I hope you have many, many more!
Lisa S.

 
At October 5, 2008 7:56 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday Joelle!

May God bless you in a special way today....in a way that you KNOW it is from Him and you KNOW it's just for you.

Be Blessed today and always,
The Kirchick Family

 
At October 5, 2008 8:04 PM , Anonymous Laura S. said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOELLE! You are such an inspiration and a blessing to me and I love you! I hope your day was great, and I know it was becasue you are with your family. Hope to see you soon!
Love,
Laura

 
At October 5, 2008 8:30 PM , Anonymous savedbyjesus said...

Happy Birthday to you Joelle!
Hope your day was blessed by family and by the love of Jesus! You are off to a wonderful start in your adult life! You are an inspiration with your love for God and your positive outlook!
I pray that next year you and Connor can do something really fun together! I know he would love that!
Happy Birthday again,
Krista Lewis

 
At October 5, 2008 9:35 PM , Anonymous Lee said...

Happy Birthday, Joélle!

Hope you had a blessed day :-) It's so awesome to see you provide that loving and steady support for Connor and your parents that only you can bring to the table... God certainly knew what He was doing when He crafted you!

Lee & Jenann

 
At October 5, 2008 9:44 PM , Anonymous M.J.Renz Schleich said...

Many blessings on your birthday and forever Joelle. How lucky your family and the world are to have you in it.

My best,
Jane Renz Schleich

 
At October 5, 2008 9:45 PM , Anonymous Kristie said...

Joelle, how we wish we were there to give you a birthday hug and talk with you! I know Christ will continue to work in and through you over the next year/s of your life. You are indeed a blessing and I have loved getting to know you. Happy birthday, sister! We miss you all--

Love, Kristie, Wade, Scott and kids in Fresno

 
At October 5, 2008 9:48 PM , Anonymous "aunt" sarah simon said...

Happy birthday Joelle!
Happy birthday Joelle!
Happy birthday beautiful wonderful Joelle!
Happy birthday Joelle!

 
At October 5, 2008 11:44 PM , Anonymous Claudia said...

Happy Birthday to a wonderful sister (to Connor) and a sister in the Lord (to me)!

Claudia in Norco

 
At October 6, 2008 12:54 AM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Since it's after midnight, this will be belated, but Happy Birthday Joelle. I don't know any other birthdays on the 5th, but my sisters was on the 3rd. Does close count here? Probably not..

Gordon Guthmiller

 
At October 6, 2008 8:28 AM , Anonymous Renée said...

BIRTHDAY GIRL!!!

I just logged on this morning and hadn't checked in over the weekend, so belated Happy Birthday. But if you're like me, you will accept any greetings, cards, presents, etc. during Birthday WEEK or, for that matter, Birthday MONTH! After all, it only comes around once a year.

My son's fianceé, Lacy, has a birthday on October 5th. Now I will never forget yours. If you are anything like Lacy, you are a life loving, outgoing, joyful, compassionate, hard-working, smart, anchor (as is stabilizing others) and come to think of it, I have found these qualities in you through the blogs over the past 113 days. The only difference is that Lacy "loves God", but doesn't really know Christ. You have a major "leg up" on Lacy right now. But I trust my son's future bride will come to know Christ as we continue to pray and love on her.

I'm sure you are feeling much older than 20 right now. These deep trials do "age" us. And to date, I observe that you are allowing Connor's situation to make you a better person and not a bitter person. It will be amazing, I'm sure, to compare how this birthday's life events have changed to your 21st birthday. I am still expecting great things ahead!

God bless you and keep you, Joélle!

Love,

Renée
Lebanon, TN

 
At October 6, 2008 8:30 AM , Anonymous John Bynum said...

Happy Birthday from the Bynums Joelle!

 
At October 6, 2008 8:41 AM , Anonymous Janet Thiel said...

Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday dear Joelle,
We're so happy God made you!

I only bring a small gift . . . a prayer for you. Through this website, I believe you are a Godly young woman who continues to please and honor our Heavenly Father with every breath you take and action of faith. God Bless You!

 
At October 6, 2008 9:35 AM , Blogger Chelle Y. said...

Happy Birthday, Joelle! I hope God blesses you with a miracle on your birthday!

 
At October 6, 2008 11:15 AM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Joelle Happy Belated Birthday! Connor is so lucky to have you. My son Brandon celebrated his 24th birthday on the 5th too!I am keeping all of your family in my prayers.
Hugs,
Dottie Fountaine

 
At October 9, 2008 7:45 PM , Anonymous Cheryl, Ripon said...

Happy (belated) birthday, Joelle--I thank God every day for you and your unwavering faith and trust in God. Connor is so blessed to have you for his "big sister". God bless you in your plans for 2008-09! Cheryl

 

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