better late than never...

I realized that I didn't do a birthday post for my beloved mother, who has spent the past 24 years of her life devoted to her children. (Just so everyone doesn't think I'm totally heartless - I didn't forget her birthday; I did call!)

Dear Mom - you saucy minx,

I'm sorry that I didn't post this on your birthday.

I don't know too many moms who would break into pools with their daughters, make kitchen rock n' roll bands, or sit through PTA meetings while "Paula Zanheiser" is on the loose.

Encourager, companion, confidante, accomplice, etc. - you're the best mom in the world.

Love always,

your Pigaletto

"You're my mom, you're my friend, you're my cousin - you're everyone!"