Last week I mentioned here that we are hosting a party in honor of EJW, and of course you’re invited!
This celebration is three fold:
1. We want to honor our daughter. As her parents we want to celebrate what God has done through the life of our firstborn child. That we say yes and amen to His plans and purposes. This calls for a party don’t you think?
2. We want to celebrate with those who have walked this road with us. The list of people that have covered us with unending grace reaches 500+ easily. It is impossible on this side of eternity to articulate in either word or action how deep our gratitude extends for every.single.way. you blessed us. I still cry thinking about it. At this point, the best we can do is get you liquored up. I’m kidding. No, the best we can do is invite you to a space where you can eat, drink, and God willing, be blessed for an afternoon of fellowship!
3. We want to give friends, family, strangers, and silent blog followers a chance to be a part of something big. We want to invite you to help us bring life to the desolate; to bring hope to the hurting. We invite you to be a part of God’s work here on earth; to help us bring clean water to people who don’t have the luxury of having basic needs met. We believe that just as in Isaiah 61:3 states, “to all those who mourn in Israel, he will give beauty for ashes, joy instead of mourning, praise instead of spirit of despair. For the Lord has planted them like strong and graceful oaks for his own glory.” It is our prayer that out of our loss, life will spring forth, that out of the ashes, the beauty will rise.
We cannot wait to be apart of this amazingly God glorifying, Emma Jo celebrating, time!!
Hi, I’m Betsy Kerr. I live here in Ventura. My sister Jo Truax is good friends with Kathy and Jeff in Pollock Pines, and she told me about your journey, and also about your party. I would like to be there. See you then!
Jules unfortunately we will not be able to celebrate with you but count us in for a donation. What a great thing to do.
Rav
I cannot wait to celebrate this special day, the anticipation is consuming me! Feeling blessed, amazed and inspired by your love and faith in Christ once again. So many hurting people in Uganda will be blessed by your gift and your passion to serve in Emma’s honor. XO
Dan and Julia,
We are so moved by your strength, courage and giving heart. No better way to honor Emma than to create a better life for others! We love you! Uncle Don and Aunt Andrea
Can’t wait!
xoxo, Megan
Looking forward to a special day! Thank you Walser family!
Hi Julia, I hope we are not to late! I forgot the rsvp date and it is the 16th. We have motel reservations so I guess we will crash your party anyway. Very excited to see you and Dan, and your folks, and some sun shine. Love you
Dan & julia,
I am a friend of Jill Walser’s from Wheaton, IL. I have heard about your story from Jill and what faith and courage it must take to go through so much and still have a positive outlook. Celebrating your daughters life by helping others in Uganda is such a beautiful tribute. We will not be able to be there in person to celebrate but we will be definately sending a donation in Emma Jo’s name. God Bless you and your family. Ric & Kelly Simmons
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Hi Julia and Dan, We’re looking forward to coming to this wonderful event.
PERFECT invites… so perfect! Gejeian +1!!!
Let Emma Jo see you all smiling through the tears as you share time together in remembrance. Today we send birthday wishes from Colorado, this weekend prayers from Indiana. Glad to help make the Uganda well a reality in EJ’s name. Love you guys and hope to visit your little slice of California heaven soon.
- Terry, Sherry, and the boys