Thanks to the help of clever Ashton, we have successfully hacked into Saren's blog to wish her a very, very happy birthday (it's a big one - just sayin').
Since most of us can't be with her on her big day, we are sending our birthday love blogtastically.
Saren is a remarkable woman and we are so, so blessed to have her in our family!
As the oldest of 9 kids, Saren has always set the bar high and left us an incredible example to follow. She always has good advice and is always watching out for all of us in such a loving and Christlike way.
She can whip up a delicious meal at the drop of a hat, she is the best tour guide when we visit her in any part of the world she may be living in, she is really so, so good at teaching her (and our) kids all kinds of magical things, she is absolutely beautiful inside and out, and she is undoubtedly the best two-ski waterskiier in the family.
Saren's mind is always working on how to help others and this year we have watched in awe as she has worked tirelessly to create an amazing motherhood website that is taking the world by storm: Power of Moms. We are so proud of her efforts to make the world a better place through this outstanding cause and through everything else she does (there's no way we could list it all!).
We sure love you, Saren!
happy birthday saren. you are such a great person and i look up to you so much. it was easy to see the goodness in you the first time i met you, and it has only been more apparent each time since. thank you so much for sharing your time, talents, and especially example to me and all the mothers of the world. have a great day!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Saren. I just watched this whole video...and I don't even KNOW you....who does that??!!:) Came over from your sister's blog. You are SO blessed to have the family you have!
ReplyDeleteI came over from Shawni's blog to wish you a Happy Birthday. The video they made for you made me cry. What a phenomenal love your family has for you!
ReplyDeleteSniff sniff I have to get myself together....
ReplyDeleteCame over from Shawni's site to wish you a happy birthday Saren and am leaving feeling like you have made my life better and I don't even know ANY of you!!
I do know I want to be just like you!!
God has blessed you all so very much!
Valley
What a great family you have -I know you don't know me either - but I have been so impressed and uplifted by you and your extended family in blogs, books, etc. What a sweet tribute to this great milestone in your life. I hit the big 40 on Monday - so here's to "40 being the new 25" - Way to go! :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to a woman who inspires SO many! So glad our paths crossed, if only for a short time! Have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Saren!!! You are the first person I knew to share my birthday with and I have thought about you pretty much every year since on this festive day ... and now that I am your blog stalker :), I hope you have a Happy Birthday!!!
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ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! Can't wait to meet you!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Saren. I hope you enjoyed your big "four zero" and the special video your family made for you. You are such an inspiration and example!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! Thanks for being a great friend and an amazing mom!
ReplyDeleteSamuel can't wait to play with the twins.
So happy to have reacquainted with you after so many years. You are GREAT! Have a fantastic birthday.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Saren!
ReplyDeletexoxo
We will have to do something super special Sunday!
Happy Birthday Saren!
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We will have to do something super special Sunday!
I watched this with my girls and it made me cry!! I learned so much about you. And I'm wishing I had a big sister - just like you! Such a sweet tribute. Happy 40th - I agree with Charity. You could pass for 25!
ReplyDeleteSaren, that's an amazing video. And so very true.
ReplyDeleteI do believe you were one of the best RS presidents I've ever seen.
I can't believe you're turning 30 ;)
Happy Birthday Saren! What a fun video, you are so loved! I am so grateful I have had the opportunity to meet you and be taught by you. Thank you so much. Good luck at Education Week!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday...I hope you have had a great day!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great tribute to an exceptional woman and mother! I feel so honored to have meet you and be in good company with you. May there always be more!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Saren. I admire you so much! Wishing you a joyful year!
ReplyDeleteSo this is belated, but I am behind on my blogs and just clicked over from Saydi's post!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your big birthday!
Just do a quick snapshot of where you are today! And you will be amazed at everything that happens in the next decade from what your children accomplish -- and what you accomplish!
My best
Whitney