On this day in 1955.....

the world was forever changed by the birth of a baby girl. I know that if she's reading this she's thinking "the world was forever changed?". But it was, because this baby girl grew up and touched many lives and even brought 5 new ones into the world.
Today is my mom's birthday. I never know what gift to give my mom, so today I'm going to give her the gift of Gratitude.

Dear Mom,

Thank you for...

• bringing me into this world.
  
• all the sleepless nights, diaper changes, and lullabies.
• always going to my never ending stream of soccer games, softball games, piano recitals, school plays, and choir concerts.
• keeping me fed and clothed and making me comb my hair.
• believing in me.
• making me work in the garden during the summer.
  
• finishing up my wedding plans while I was off gallivanting.
• being there when I had my first baby and staying up with him my first night home so I could get some much needed sleep.
• holding me while I cried.
• being such a wonderful grandmother to my children.
• your patience.
  
• trusting me.
• listening.
• the countless hours of free babysitting.
• showing me how to give service to others.
• encouraging me to set high standards for myself.
  
• your example of faith and your testimony.

If I were to truly list everything that you've done for me, I would be at this computer for days. I love you Mom! Happy Birthday!
Love,