I have spent 52 years running away from birthday celebrations. They are personal. I call birthdays a makeup artist. Its blessed with a way to design a moment that could be something you regret tomorrow. Amazing things happen while celebrating. Friends and neighbors gathering to bring to life that single moment where your mother hears your first attempt at communicating. Birthdays should be spent with your mother, Therefore today. 24 hours before my birthday. I have decided to stay away from work. I will serve God. Sharing a message with a congregation of nearly 180. The subject is based on friends and neighbors.