Happy Graduation Isa.

You are amazing. I'm am glad that you are one of my best friends as well as my "little" brother (even though you tower over me now.) Congratulations on your graduation! Love you!

Pet me, Slave!

I was innocently minding my own business, sitting on Mom's porch when I realized that I was being spied upon. At first she was curious peeking her nose out to peer down at me, then deeming me insignificant she turned her back and as if to add insult to injury hung the tip of her tail down to let me know that I was beneath her in status as well as position. Suddenly the tail disappeared and my lap was commandiered as a substitute throne. Apparently she thought this useless peasant should be put to good use. "PET ME, NOW."  "As you wish my royal hineyness." (Seriously Puddin' get over yourself! ;)

To Marcia (aka. Mom)

OK, so I am a day late and more than a dollar short, but I want to give a big shout out to my amazing Mom for her birthday. She inspires and encourages me to not just go with the flow, but to really live and experience life. To become all that I can be, and to make a difference along the way. Most of the time I take her for granted, (she is "mom",she is always gonna be there, she has the answers, she can fix it, etc.)but recently something happened in my life that made me see her in a new light, and appreciate her more.
Over the years she has held many positions in our family: wife, mother, cook, housekeeper, teacher, referee, chauffeur, and much more. Since I now live on my own I have discovered a greater respect for all that she does for us, her family, but above all this, I have also discovered a wise and trustworthy friendship that is priceless. I love you, Mom!