THE BEST EVER!...Seriously, THE BEST!

I have the most wonderful friends and family on the planet! I am truly convinced of this fact. For my birthday this weekend, Brad gave me the best gift ever! He gathered up fun memories and kind comments from many people I have known throughout my life. I LOVE IT! He presented me with it today and I spent the last hour smiling, laughing and nearly crying as I read it.

I am so glad I don't have to wait until my funeral to hear how great I am, ha, ha! Seriously, it was so amazing to read about the influence I have had on others and the shared memories that have stood out to my loved ones.

Something my mother said rings very true. In talking about me, she said, "Friends were precious to her; she would collect them and keep them forever." Friends are very precious indeed. I am not as outgoing as I'd like to be, but I LOVE being around friends and family. I cherish it! I feel so very blessed to have had, and to continue to have such amazing people in my life. I really hope to hold on to those relationships forever. Thank you for all of your love and support!

Now I'm excited to smile, laugh and nearly cry as I read all your nice comments again!