Happy Birthday, Mom!

Good Morning! Today, I have a very special happy birthday wish you share with you - a happy birthday to the most wonderful woman I know, my mother.

Mom and Me, Overlooking the 5th Largest Glacier in North America, Summer 2010

Mom and Me, and 2 Revolutionary Soldiers, in Faneuil Hall, Summer 2011

My mother, the woman who gave me life, who taught me the importance of a good book and who has instilled in me the power of believing in myself. You taught me how to cook, the benefits of a mental health day, and that a good night's sleep will solve just about any problem. You are the best at throwing parties, the most well-read person I know, and my favorite Jeopardy! contestant. You've trekked into the wilderness with me, helped me discover the best bolognese recipes and always been there for me, no matter what. Mom, without you, I wouldn't have inherited these beautiful blue eyes, and so much more. In short, my life would not be what it is today without you.

Mom and Me, On a Mini-Spa Vacation, Fall 2009

Mom, you are everything I could ever ask for - my best friend, my twin and the world's best mother. I hope that you have the most incredible day, filled with love and happiness. Happy, happy birthday, Mom. I love you.

P.S. Is that a candle burning? (Love you, Lorelei!)