My teenage years have faded with the last few hours since the clock struck midnight. Yet, the strange feeling that pended as the hour approached has dimmed into a quiet anticipation, somehow knowing that there's much in store for me. To know I'm a part of HIS perfect plan, a vessel of servanthood, a sense of peace wells up within, a reassurance that all pieces will fall into place. As the memories of yesteryear took me on a whirlwind trail down memory lane, I saw how much things have changed. The good and bad that have happened. The amazing miracles GOD has performed, only too wonderful to comprehend. Only hours into my new chapter of my nineteenth, I'm filled with joy, knowing that a future lies ahead, and however treacherous I will overcome it with HIS presence.

Thank you dear, for the beautiful serenade as the clock struck 12. the simple yet heartfelt prayer we shared, the gorgeous cake with its persistently stubborn candle. Though it was simplicity, it meant much more. And your company made the transition truly memorable.

Celebrating an early 19th birthday in the presence of some truly amazing company has been the highlight of my day. Secret santa with the london floor1 girls was followed by an amazing birthday suprise by Wanjie and Val. Not to mention celebrating my birthday with Naz and Bhakti , which made it all the more special. Joy does lie in the simplest of things. Like the beautiful friendships, the little gatherings, and the birthday dinner at one of london's finest thai places today. Thanks girls! For the surprise and lovely company tonight...

Joy is knowing and being assured of your love each day Abba Father. Knowing each day walked in your purpose, is a day lived in a joy, a day meaningfully lived. For what purpose can I have, but to serve you. You my creator and king. The one enthroned and whom one day will call me to your heaven.

Lord, thank you for the refreshing, thank you for the peace that comes over me each time I come into Your presence, thank you for the assurance of Your love, to know that You'll never let go of me. Tired as I may seem, weary as my body might be, when I come to You, I'm unburdened and free as I lay my troubles at the cross.