2020. I am grateful for extra time with family, and for all the new ways I have found to connect with friends. Understated. For some that light may come in the form of a sense of the Divine. For public officials.For business leaders.For educators.For innovators and inventors who provide new solutions. - Written by Brenda S. Levya-Gardner, Ph.D. 5/24/2, Change is the only constant in life. - Heraclitus (ancient Greek philosopher). Powerful Birthday Prayers and Blessings for Myself to Bless My New Age March 1, 2023 by Ezeh Binny (Buns) Birthdays are special occasions that remind us of the precious gift of life and the opportunity to reflect on our past, present, and future. As they worry and grieve, defend them from illness and despair. Gather a blanket, some of your favorite snacks, a bottle of wine or Champagne, and toast to another year of life. Today Churches, Synagogues, Mosques and Temples are preparing to welcome and shelter the homeless, the sick, the weary. It's my faith that I lean on as the death tolls resulting from the coronavirus continue to rise. If you find yourself frustrated or stressed, acknowledge it. Hope its the best from start to finish. Thanks for being the best friend the world has to offer; happy birthday. Don't let it be. The best is yet to be. - Robert Browning, You take away all the other luxuries in life, and if you can make someone smile and laugh, you have given the most special gift: happiness. - Brad Garrett, When someone asks if you'd like cake or pie, why not say you want cake and pie? - Lisa Loeb, With mirth and laughter, let old wrinkles come. - William Shakespeare, Youth is happy because it has the ability to see beauty. One cousin even created a special online presentation for the call that included live and recorded music, as well as dance performances and poetry. For peace in our city and in our world.For renewed friendships among neighbors.For solidarity and unity among all peoples.For a greater appreciation and love of all humanity. Amid mental and physical suffering may they find consolation in your healing presence. You deserve all the best; happy birthday. For the unnecessary deaths. } Let us ask for Gods grace and help as we pursue these endings and these beginnings together with patience, perseverance, and trust in what He has planned for us. Public health issues have a way of making us recognize how interwoven our lives are with others in society. Some are happy. To Love. Advent passed through its four weeks. Looking forward to many more memories in the years to come. Virgin Mary, turn your merciful eyes towards us amid this coronavirus pandemic. And as I celebrate, Lord, help me to be "God with skin on" to those in need around me. Plan a car caravan. May we who are losing our margin money in the tumult of the economic market remember those who have no margin at all. We reached out. Greater Good wants to know: Do you think this article will influence your opinions or behavior? They came to some interesting conclusions: The rituals associated with birthdayslike giving cards and presents, or sharing cake or mealsimbue them with importance and significance. Prayers for Strength during the Coronavirus Pandemic 1. Wine it is. But there does not have to be meanness. Don't let the pandemic get you down. 200 Likes, 79 Comments - Bigbby (@__kejii__xx) on Instagram: "HBD to myself. Whether the occasion is bittersweet and quiet or a party that rocks out in sheer exuberance, our designs convey the birthday message that hits exactly the right note. May they know your peace, as they work together to achieve it on earth. A New Normal will hopefully be emerging soon. Yes there is panic buying. Assist us and restore us to health so that united more closely to your family, the Church, we may give praise and honour to your name. Its a tough job, from getting up pre-dawn to the physical toll it takes on my body, to the monotonous nature of the job, at times its hard to keep on going. Amen. 20. 36 Life-Saving Closet Organization Ideas. As humans, we need to betogether, says An-lin. For in all this, I grow closer to you. Keep your friends sense of humor in mind as you compose your fun-filled greeting. Though 20-year-old Aidan G. of Kensington, California, was home from college because of COVID, his girlfriend put together a video of college friends wishing him a happy birthday and sharing appreciations, which really touched him. May we who settle in for a quarantine at home remember those who have no home. When Ive wanted to run, Ive stayed. And we step into 2021. As is said, When one door closes, another door opens.. It can help us realize who we may often choose not to see or connect with. Where you are, the extraordinary tries to lift us up, to let us see beyond the everyday and catch hints of what can be, of who we could be if we gave room to our best selves, of what we could do if we banded together in common purpose and resolve. Amber was able to celebrate while still saying safe and distanced. When you are ready, return to your day. Over the course of the last months, I have felt your presence in the care and compassion of those working around and with me to find the best path forward for our community. Hopefully some of them will resonate with you. On this wonderful day, I wish you the best that the world has to offer. Part is families sharing resources to get through economic breakdown. We just held our commencement exercises, which signifies the end of our students time here on campus and the beginning of their lives as Xavier alumni. There is no one alive who is you-er than you. - Dr. Seuss, You can be gorgeous at 30, charming at 40, and irresistible for the rest of your life. - Coco Chanel, I decided if you're lucky enough to be alive, you should use each birthday to celebrate what your life is about. - Mary Steenburgen, Grow old along with me. Covid birthday cards 1. These uncertain days of news conferences and quarantines tempt me to assume the worst for my loved ones, myself and my community. The COVID-19 pandemic has touched almost every aspect of our daily lives, especially the fun parts like dining at restaurants, traveling the world and celebrating birthdays. Your birthday is a painful reminder of how old Im getting. Happy birthday. Happy birthday, friend. 4 . Holy God, loving God, can this really be ordinary time?. You, Salvation of the Roman People, know what we need. 4. It does not always feel good to reflect on challenging times, suffering, or loss, but our Ignatian tradition constantly reminds us that reflection is a practice that can impact our present. 55 Pandemic Birthday. I can barely keep up with everyones birthdays these days, but you better believe Id never forget yours. Take a moment to settle. We asked for patience, and you gave us situations where we were forced to wait. That is not counting that carrying out violence will often damage your body because you will end up a victim of someone who is either fighting back or another predator. There are a lot of good people out there in the world, but today we recognize YOU as being one of the best. Scared but resilient. 1. Trust us, you'll be glad you found a way to celebrate your birthday during COVID. Ms. Solomon, the author of " Guac Is Extra but So Am I: The Reluctant Adult's. I pause (breathe in and out) and ask for forgiveness for The days I falter and the disease takes over. As with weddings and other rituals, birthday parties are bigger than one person. Were muted. Thanks for being my friend over the years through it all. May we who are merely inconvenienced remember those whose lives are at stake. Birthdays are a chance to let people know that they are special to you. We look forward to all that You still have in store. In all humility, we turn to our God today to honor our dead. Enjoy our hand-picked quotes below to share with your friends on their special day. May we who have to cancel our trips remember those who have no safe place to go. 2020. We are certain that you will provide, so that, as you did at Cana of Galilee,joy and feasting might return after this moment of trial. 2. I was reminded people cared about me.. "When I think of all of the things that are going to change in the world after coronavirus, culturally and politically, I don't think email is in the top 100," says Randy Malamud, author of Email. Thats why I wanted Dons friends to express their appreciations for his birthday. I pray that we continue to be intentional collaborators, guided by your spirit. Help us to practice social distancing and reveal to us new and creative ways to come together in spirit and in solidarity. As the name implies, quinceaera parties . R: The Spirit of God has made me, And the breath of the Almighty has given me life. Direct our hearts and minds towards you. And stepped in where needed. My birthday was surprisingly nice, better than I expected, because I felt connected with people, even though everyone had to be socially distanced, says Aidan. For those who are sick.For those with chronic illnesses and underlying health concerns.For all those who are suffering. Happy birthday. If you can, picture the faces of these people. We seek refuge under your protection, O Holy Mother of God.Do not despise our pleas we who are put to the test and deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin. Every day I learn something new from your kindness, your compassion, and your sheer brilliance. If you can, picture the faces of these people. I am thankful for good colleagues and the opportunity to collaborate with so many around me. Bring them courage to endure what cannot be avoided,for your will is health and wholeness;you are God, and we need you. //