Mother's Day

Never thought I would be the recipient of a handmade card from my child. Sunday morning, though, amid my pile of running clothes, lay a little piece of paper, with a heart and a Hello Kitty and a "You're the Best!" and "I love you." Wow. I feel so honored to have the chance to live with this interesting, intelligent, funny, talented, beautiful young woman and to offer whatever I have to offer her. I think she's really remarkable and will do amazing things. I told her yesterday that she is the best gift I've ever gotten. I am so happy for her and so proud of her: She even got a big huge raise at work! And she was really excited about that! ... Got the grass cut and now I'm envisioning the front garden as I dream of it. It's going to be beautiful ... and grass-free!