particularly during May and October when we had daily prayers. I can vividly see her gracefully ascending the chapel stairs, kneeling in front of the altar, and leading our rosary prayers. Perhaps it was during the enchanting decade when we rendezvoused in the City of Lights – Paris. Picture us, meeting up with Efua, seizing a weekend to immerse ourselves in the wonders of this metropolis. Our days were a delightful whirlwind of exploring the captivating streets, strolling along the Seine, and pausing to admire the Eiffel Tower’s shimmering elegance as it lit up the night. As we dined, we shared stories, laughter, and dreams over glasses of fine Bordeaux, the rich wine mirroring the depth of our friendship. But the best era of all was when we both relocated to Ghana around the same time. As neighbours, we laughed, shared the joys and challenges of raising young children, had immense fun, and our kids bonded. We reminisced about our school days, reconnected with our classmates, and made new lifelong friendships. Then came the decade when spirituality took centre stage in our lives. We made a conscious decision to focus on our faith with Jesus as our guiding light. This was a period to ‘Rediscover Jesus’ and discover Father Cyril, leading us on a profound and transformative spiritual journey. Regardless of when it all began, Jayne has been a beautiful fixture in my life for the last five decades. Even when we haven’t seen eye to eye, or if she’s unintentionally offended me in some way, I’m always ready to forgive and move forward. Why? Because I wholeheartedly understand that she never harbours malicious intent. One thing is for certain – she has a pure heart. Jayne possesses a unique ability to amplify her love and appreciation for things and people. If she likes something, she will tell everyone about it, and if she likes you, she will sing your praises to the world. Happy birthday, Jayne! On your birthday, I cannot help but sing your praises to the world. Your presence in my life is a gift, and I eagerly look forward to the continued journey of shared, unstoppable adventures and cherished memories with you. Cheers to a beautiful friendship that has spanned decades and promises even more exciting chapters to come. I love you loads! If I had to pick one word to describe Jayne, it would undoubtedly be ‘enthusiastic.’ “ 5 The Birthday Journal
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