"Ode to Mom"

*Mom with the giant cupcake pan we gave her*

Today is my mom's birthday and I just started thinking about how amazing she is.

Here's what's special about my mom:

1. She cares for each of her kids and would (and has!) bend over backwards for them.
   
2. She has suffered with rheumatoid arthritis yet still manages to make beautiful cakes and cookies. Something incredible for someone who has plastic knuckles and some crooked fingers!


3. She cares for everyone around her.


4. She absolutely adores her grandchildren and graciously tends them while I'm at work.


5. She's creative.
   
6. She is kind and caring.


7. She has a good sense of humor.


8. She plays Dance Dance Revolution and Rock Band on the x-box, and loves it! It's something that we can do together and have a fun time. She even requested we play it after her b-day dinner.


9. She is and always has been my best friend.


10. She is an all-around good person!

Happy birthday mom!