August 8, 1945 (By Louisa & Birgitta)

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God was good to us on August 8, 1945.

Well I guess technically it wasn’t until 42 and 44 years after that, 1988 and 1990. Those were the years that we (Louisa and Birgitta) were born into the Nyman family and purposely placed under the care of our understanding, insightful, and patient mom that we lovingly refer to as Midge.

Though it’s been painful and traumatic losing our dad at 21 and 19, we know we’ve been blessed beyond measure when it comes to our family. Having only two decades with our dad was better than a lifetime with any other dad.

Now more than ever we cherish Midge . . .her friendship, guidance, and the fact that she’s our mom.

As Midge’s two youngest daughters, we feel grateful to have such honest relationships with her. She listens with an open mind never judging the way we speak, what we think, or even what we pierce. As a result, we both without a doubt consider her our closest friend.

This morning we were talking with her about her birth date. We realized that she lived the majority of her life before either of us were even born. It was a crazy concept to wrap our young minds around. All we know is life with her as our mom. The fact that Midge has a good four decades on us is reason enough to listen to her advice. Over the years we’ve learned, unfortunately with lots of mistakes and unnecessary heartache, that what she told us in the first place was usually correct. As we get older her guidance and opinions are becoming more and more valuable to us, and we seek it out because we know she receives wisdom from God.

Margaret, Meg, Mama, Marg, Midge, Marni . . . she’s known and loved as any of these, but most importantly to us, she’s known and loved as our mom. Her devotion to us has always been obvious and we’ve never for a moment doubted her love. Growing up we were fortunate enough to have our mama at home with us. Quality time was always a giant part of our childhood and still is to this day. There’s no one we’d rather spend our time with.

Today is Midge’s birthday and we’re blessed to spend it with her. As we celebrate her life we can’t help but miss Papa. August this year is bittersweet because Midge is 65 today and Papa would’ve been 65 on August 18th. God knew what He was doing though when He gave us the mom we have. She’s a woman of strong faith who leads us by her example.

Happy Birthday Midge! We love you more than words can express.

“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.” (James 1:5)

20 thoughts on “August 8, 1945 (By Louisa & Birgitta)”

  1. May God bless you in the coming year in ways you cannot begin to even imagine. Enjoy your day with your girls. Happy Birthday. Love, Judy

  2. Wow, do I ever love and MISS you guys. Great job with the post. I’m glad you gave Midge the night off. We are counting the days till we see you next!

  4. Louise and Brigitta….beautiful tribute and well deserved! Your mom has always been a Proverbs 31 woman, and has mentored other women without even knowing it. She is greatly admired and dearly loved. Proud of both of you, too!

  5. Belated Happy Birthday! What an exciting life you have experienced, and now the next couple of decades are before you: on your mark, get set, GO!!

  7. Nice blog girls. She is the greatest! I can’t wait to get back and hang with you all at Shorewood this winter. I remember taking that bottom picture last year. The Middle East is a blazing hot and the snow looks wonderful!

  8. Happy Birthday Margaret! May God bless you abundantly this year. May his love enfold you and give you strength for each day my dear sister-in-Christ and friend.
    What a wonderful blog today–such precious daughters! I am proud for you! Your children are rising up and calling you blessed.
    Are you still called Marni too or am I the only one?

  9. Ah, girls. You’re making me tear up! I’m so glad that you both have the wisdom to appreciate your amazing mom! May God give you lots and lots of years to enjoy her!

  11. Happy Birthday Margaret. You are one special wife, mom, friend, grandmother, and blogger. Rock On.

  12. “Her children rise up and call her blessed.”
    It’s the law of the harvest that you do not reap in the same season that you sow. Just reading this blog reveals the many ways you are reaping years of faithful and steadfast sowing.
    Happy birthday once again, Margaret.
    Love,
    Terry

  13. Louisa and Birgitta, you’ve given your mom the best gift of all! Thanks for sharing your hearts with us; I couldn’t agree more.:)
    Margaret, I prayed throughout the day for you yesterday knowing it wouldn’t be easy. Another first lived by God’s grace.:) Praying at this end…Sue

  15. She is a fantastic person! Great writing from you girls:-) Hope you had a wonderful day yesterday!

  17. Really nice admonition to a lovely lady whom I feel priveleged to be acquainted with. You truly ARE blessed – Midge – and so are your children. BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

  19. What a beautiful tribute from your daughters and comments from family and friends. God bless you on this special day.Happy Birthday Margaret.