Happy Birthday, Mom!

She is seventy-five years old today, probably wondering where the years have gone, and where the next will take her. She's raised a family, watched her grandchildren grow, and now has a chance to snuggle great grandchildren too. Her oxygen tank keeps her fairly close to home but doesn't prevent her from going to church or visiting the local nursing home. Her ears don't work quite like they used to, but she doesn't have any trouble seeing the world around her. She still has enough love in her heart to share with others and enough wisdom to provide guidance to those who ask. She has trekked up the hills of life and taken in the view, breathed deep and started down the other side. I am blessed to be with her on the journey.