Happy Birthday Mom!

Mom- 

My heart holds so many memories
New Mexico, Washington, New York City
Starbucks, hikes, pedicures, and massages 

Hunting for frogs, afternoon tea, long talks
Party planning and party throwing
Purple haired New Year’s Eve and Broadmoor Thanksgivings 

Movie watching, midnight Harry Potter book releases
Castle Rock Crowfoot Coffee and Castlewood Canyon
Evergreen wine sipping and Botanical Garden Summer Nights 

All the times you helped me move around the country
All the times you helped to mend my broken heart
All the times you gave me encouragement to just keep going 

I’m so grateful for all of your love and support. 
You are an incredible role model in my life, Mom,
and I treasure all of our happy memories.

We are half a world apart on your birthday
But someone once said
Mothers hold their children’s hands for a short while
But their hearts forever.  

From my heart to yours, Mom,

Happy Birthday!