After receiving the original copy of my Birthday Journal onmy birthday, December 21, 2025, here is my prayer of thanksgiving: “What shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits towardme? I will take the cup of salvation and call upon the name of the Lord. I will pay my vows unto the Lord now, in the presence of all His people.” — Psalm 116:12–14 As I celebrate 80 years of life, my heart is full of gratitude to God for His mercy, protection, and faithfulness. I amoverwhelmed by His goodness— preserving me, guiding me, and blessing me beyondmeasure. I give special thanks to God for all my children, who sponsored a memorable celebration at the Vatican. Their thoughtfulness and sacrifice are a true reflection of God’s grace at work inmy life, and I amdeeply grateful for the honor and joy they have givenme. “The 80th Birthday Squad”—thank you for the extra-special GlamMa kids hangout. I felt 25 all over again! I also extendmy heartfelt thanks tomy family and friends, near and far, who celebratedme with beautiful messages, prayers, and the virtual party that filledmy heart with joy. Today, in humility and praise, I take the cup of salvation and call upon the name of the Lord. I renewmy vows to serve Himwith thanksgiving, and I offer this celebration as a public testimony of His enduring love and faithfulness. To God be all the glory, now and always. Amen. A D D E N D U M My Prayer of Thanksgiving The Birthday Journal 199
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