Happy Birthday Dear Child – Linkup

by Susan Mead, in category #DanceWithJesus Linkup, Faith

Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday dear child,
Happy birthday to you.

Oh how we love to celebrate the birth of our children. We plan, ponder and prepare for the big day. Will it be:

Ponies, posies or piñatas
Swimming, swinging or swatting a ball around
Flowers, favors and 31 flavors of ice cream cake to choose from

Oh my! How fun it is. We invest our time out of love for our children. Yes indeed, they are so well loved.

Jesus Gives Thanks for Little Children 

13 Then little children were brought to Him that He might put His hands on them and pray for them. The followers spoke sharp words to them. 14 But Jesus said,“Let the little children come to Me. Do not stop them. The holy nation of heaven is made up of ones like these.” 
Matthew 19:13-14 (NLV)

Yes, indeed. The holy nation of Heaven is made up of ones like these. LOVED. From Above. From before they were knit in the womb to the end of their numbered days, they are loved. On earth as in Heaven.

We love to say happy birthday to our dear child. Can you imagine celebrating it with Jesus? Join us as we sing Happy Birthday

Would you join me in singing as I celebrate the birthday of my youngest?

Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday dear Kyle,
Happy birthday to you.

Thank you, each one of you, for joining the celebration with me of Kyle’s 29th birthday. Yes, he is “forever 20” and dancing with Jesus in Heaven, yet I celebrate.

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Thank You, Lord God Almighty, for revealing my son, Kyle, dancing with Your Son, Jesus. Yes – in a dream the morning we buried Kyle, I saw the mirror image of the photo here with Jesus and Kyle dancing. And I didn’t see the photo until a day or two later! All I can do is praise You, Lord, for Your good gifts full of love.

I joyfully sing the last phrase of the happy birthday song…

And MANY MORE!

FYI – the audiobook of Dance With Jesus: From Grief to Grace released!

Find the 1 hour and 23 minute audiobook of Dance With Jesus: From Grief to Grace on Amazon, Audible, and iTunes

Celebrate, celebrate, dance to the music…

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35 thoughts on “Happy Birthday Dear Child – Linkup”

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  4. Dear Susan,
    I can’t even imagine the pain and suffering that you’ve gone through in losing your son. I am so sorry, dear sister. But what an amazing picture of joy Jesus has given you in seeing Kyle dancing with Him! May your heart be comforted today and everyday until you can join in their celebration yourself. Hugs!

  6. Susan – I am so glad you still celebrate Kyle’s birthday – He is forever your child even if he is dancing with Jesus to celebrate his special day. I pray that your story, testimony, and book brings healing to others .

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  10. Sweet Susan, I know the hurt never completely goes away, but I’m so glad you know He is with Jesus. His celebration is the best of all! Many blessings to you and yours! May God continue to comfort as only He can.

  11. Perhaps my nephew has met up with Kyle this week – Tuesday evening at 8:05 actually – death to life- from a scooter accident. Dancing with jesus altogether. Lovely, Susan and bless your broken heart.

  13. Joining you today in prayer, Susan. For you, Holt, and Matt. May God’s peace saturate your hearts today and every day. Wishing your dear son a very happy birthday in Heaven with Jesus and sending you a great big hug, sweet friend.
    Love,
    Lori

  15. Susan- Happy Birthday to your son! I can’t wait to see the celebration in Heaven. It will be the greatest party ever!

    Thanks for hosting the linkup!
    Julie

  16. Susan, what a precious image God gave you to comfort your grieving heart. I know your son is dancing with Jesus. I’m thankful God comforts those who are left behind. Blessings to you, my friend.

    1. Oh Yes! Thank you Debbie. God gave me a wonderful gift as He comforted me. And you taking time to comment adds to it. He sure created us for community didn’t he?! Hugs. Susan

  18. Happy birthday beloved Kyle. You live on, strong and vibrant, through your parents and Matt and loved ones. I am the benefit of that love, I get to know you through them. May your journey be as FUN and wonder-full now as it was here. Your love is still felt, like ripples in the ocean of life.
    Mary Agnes. A very small part of launching your mama’s book.

    1. Mary Agnes, oh how I have come to love you, precious woman. Ripples thru the ocean of life. Wow. God gives YOU words. Exquisite words. ? You truly are loved. By me AND Holt!

      Heartfelt hugs. Susan

    1. Valerie, thank you for your prayers. It amazes me how I can feel the power of prayers by others lifted up for me. You bless me. Tremendously. Hugs! Susan

  20. I’m joining in this celebrations with you today Susan. Happy Birthday Kyle. Please dance another few minutes with Jesus for me.

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  25. How beautiful Susan! Celebrating eternity with and for you and your son. *hugs* I’m sure even at 20 he was starting a legacy that you have continued to build… Legacy- that’s on my heart lately and why I shared what I did. Blessings to you, new friend!

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