It's Worth the Investment But God Gets the Credit!

 

Happy Birthday to my Staci Michelle Wallace!  This is a big one – 55!  I checked it out.  At 55, you’re in what experts call “middle adulthood” – the era between 40 and 65, which often marks some of life’s biggest achievements and shifts.  Yes-sir-ee! That has been the case for YOU!

For you, turning 55 means celebrating wisdom, accomplishments, and the new freedoms that come with lots of life experience. It almost sounds like it’s time to slow down.  Not so with my girl.  You are revving your engine and amping up for even greater than your former days. 

This birthday represents a reflection of major wins. It’s a chance to look back on your journey with pride and joy (particularly, when you married your forever love, Larry, and gave birth to your greatest assets, Payton and Alexia).  And now, most of all, you can check off – not the “To-Do” List as much as the “Do and Done” List. 

At 55, some people start planning their retirement.  Not so, with you, sweet girl.  I think you might be singing that old song by The Carpenters, “We’ve Only Just Begun” as I see the framework on your new barn dominium which will provide more opportunities for training, freeing and liberating others to live their best life at any age. 

I see you on your launch pad for an even greater take-off for changing more lives for the better, helping others be the best they can be for themselves, and for their families and others. “Quit” isn’t in your vocabulary.  So, I don’t see “quit” in your record books!

I understand “55” is considered “The “Emerald Year” – it’s all about embracing renewal and abundance which fits in right where you and Larry live daily – at your beautiful Epiphany Ranch.

It was worth every minute of raising you up as a conqueror, an achiever, and a first-class ambassador for our Lord!   I have a sense of pride and joy for ME – that I won big right along with you and Larry. And, of course, your Mentor and Coach, your ambitious, determined and focused daddy who cultivated your talents to the nth degree, is cheering you on from heaven’s grandstands.

I am still amazed at all the places you’ve been, all the goals you’ve accomplished and all the people you have ministered to and helped over the years.  You were BORN to use your talents on platforms (including the Epiphany Ranch platform) that glorifies God.  And to Him, be all the glory. 

You’ve only just begun, my darling daughter!  Dear Carl and me are also cheering you to accomplish everything you desire to do and be as you finish your race strong. We celebrate the gift of you to all of us on this wonderful day of your birth!   Carry on, good and faithful servant!  We love you so much!