Today I would like to honor my dear friend Jane, whose birthday it is today. Jane and I met in college at The University of Tampa, during recruitment week for the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. I still remember telling the others how I wanted Jane to join our group, as her intelligence, warmth, and overall good nature would only add to the dynamic...plus, she would just be so much fun to have around! During the carnation ceremony in the final night of recruitment, I was fortunate enough to have Jane at my table and we have been fast friends ever since. I also remember during one of our college talent shows, that the music went out, and instead of panicking in the least Jane belted out a song sans microphone as she made her entrance up to the stage. Jane's theatrical training helped her to improvise then, as I am sure it helps her on a daily basis as she is a wonderful mom to four beautiful, smart, and caring girls! Throughout the years of our friendship, I have always been able to count on Jane to be generous with her time, treasures, and talents. From donating clothes to my fundraising sale before leaving on mission, to offering an ear to listen and a shoulder to cry on when I was going through rough times, Jane has come through for me time and time again. I am also blessed to be the Godmother of two of her girls, Nina and Maria, and my love for them extends to all of her family! I loved the opportunity to babysit occasionally when I was still in Tampa, and look forward to reuniting with her and her sweet family when I return. In the meantime, I would also like to thank Jane for her shining example of what it means to truly live out your faith in your daily life. I really appreciate how, during our conversations, she understands and considers the "God angle" in my triumphs and struggles. Jane also takes God into account in all of her decisions, from how to raise her girls to how to be a great friend, daughter, wife, and all that she is to everyone in her life. Thank you, Jane, for your example, your caring, and the impact that your friendship has made on my life! Happy Birthday with lots of X's and O's, Valerie
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Sondra
11/15/2014 09:11:48 am
I agree Valerie. God puts people in our paths for a reason and I believe you and Jane we're meant to be friends. you've been there for each other to celebrate the good time and lift each other up during the difficult ones and that's what true friends do..Thank you Jane, for opening your house to me when I was visiting Valerie. Your girls are little angels and we had a lot of fun reading books and playing with them. you are bringing them up to be strong women of faith and God will bless you for that. I hope you had a great birthday!
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Valerie
11/18/2014 10:16:11 am
Thanks so much, Mom! I couldn't agree more...
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