Happy Birthday Mom!

You have always had a way of making every holiday and birthday special. I now understand how much work it takes to make that happen.

You have always been there to support us at every event we participated in and that was A LOT. I now know that you sacrificed a lot more than your time to do that.

You have always shown a strong faith, no matter the circumstances. I believe in an all powerful, all loving, always knows what's best for us God largely because of your example.

You have always been a servant. You give until it hurts, regardless of the cost. You would and will do anything you can to help someone in need. I pray that I can do it as well as you.

You have always been the kind of friend people call when they're in trouble. You give medical help (from your ER days), you usher people into Heaven (through your hospice work), and you listen to many a tear-filled conversation. You are the kind of friend everyone needs. I'm so grateful you're one of mine.

You have always taught me that love is more than just a feeling. It is a commitment for better AND for worse. I love better because of your example.

There is no end to the good things you have done, the important things you have taught, the positive example you have set. From the bottom of my heart I thank you. I could not have asked for a better mom.

Happy Birthday! I love you!