I have never had a birthday party before, so at this "ripe-old" age, I decided to throw one for myself. Approximately 20 people confirmed that they were coming. I don't have a lot of money but splurged in the $1 store to buy decorations, plates. I had a tiny budget in order to feed all of them.I sat, I waited, I pondered, and, although all of my "friends" said they were coming, no one showed up! The celebration was supposed to start at 12 noon. Here it was, 4:00pm, and still, no one was here. The expensive cake was melting, the food on the BBQ was burnt beyond recognition. I tried, really hard, not to cry.
I decided to sit out back, reflect on the wonderful things that I did have, and read "Chicken Soup." All of a sudden, I heard a screech and a roar of an engine, just outside my front door. Mr. Kenny, apparently, did everything he could to show up. I cried, wept in his arms; I'm not worth anything! He brushed my tears, held me tight, and said the magical words: "I will ALWAYS be your friend! We were destined to meet each other!"
He had so many challenges and difficulties in the past couple weeks, as did I. However, sitting outside under a blanket of clear blue skies, laughing, talking, I felt that I was truly blessed! I think that my dad and brother sent him to me in my darkest hour, that when I wanted to give up on this mean world!
Yes, life can be beautiful, yes, there are some that love for over 50 years, but there are some of us that do not have those luxuries and look to those around them.
I don't know if Kenny realized that he saved my life last night. Just a kind act: taking time out of his very busy schedule, making me smile, and just warm, huge hugs! Sometimes that's all it takes!
Thank you, Ken, for saving my life, for the smiles, and making me look forward to tomorrow! aloha nui loa!
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- Posted by rnteach
- Sep 23, 2016
- Comments (18)
Readers Comments
alisamom wrote: Oh your post made my heart ache, and yet I'm so happy your real friend did show up to celebrate your special day with you. That's the worth keeping and celebrating with. (((((((((Rnteach))))))))) I'm sending you lots of hugs for your special day, I wish I could be there to celebrate it with you.
leoladyc728 wrote: So rude of those other people not to show up or to let you know that they weren't coming. Very grateful for Mr. Kenny and his compassion and love for you
splain wrote: This also made me feel teary. One good our of this beside that beautiful Mr Kenny, is now you know what people to have little to do with. There comes a time when you only let the good ones in. Happy Birthday to you. and a big hug
breezuschrist wrote: Happy Birthday!! I am very happy for you! I would take one true friend over 20 fake friends any day!
patjos wrote: Happy Birthday!
dandeliongirl wrote: oh my goodness, I'm so sorry that no one showed up at first but so thankful for Mr Kenny. I completely understand how you feel. we had a similar experience - my mom set up a 'family reunion' a few years ago, on a tight budget, and with rsvp confirmations and then no one showed up. my mom still has raw feelings about the event - and it's been over 10 years. - - - please don't let this stick with you, don't let it dampen your spirit today because of what happened yesterday. Happy Birthday my amazing ks friend, I'm am sending you lots of love and hugs !!!
lt33 wrote: So sorry your bday party didn't go as planned yeah Mr Kenny is like an angel sent to u it's always great to have that one dependent friend in your life
mindyjourney wrote: Thank you for your share and for opening your heart to the healing kindness of (((Ken))). Happy Birthday, my friend! Truly one good friend is a treasure beyond measure <3.
lt33 wrote: Happy Birthday mteach 🎂ðŸŽðŸŽˆðŸ’œðŸ˜€ðŸŽ‚ðŸŽðŸŽˆðŸ’œðŸ˜€ðŸŽ‚ðŸŽðŸŽˆðŸ’œðŸ˜€ hope you week gets better for you full of sunshine 🌻🌈🌸 and more blue skies 🌅 hugs 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌
Mish wrote: He was your Angel that day...definitely Heaven sent.
