My mother is 87 years young today. There is no birthday gift I could give her that would compare to what she has given me. Aside from birth and life, she (and my late father) provided stability and a loving home. I had a wonderful, happy childhood....something that is rare these days. My parents set the example of love and devotion in our home. They gave me four WONDERFUL siblings, brothers and sisters whom I love and cherish. They taught me Gospel principles and gave me strong social and moral values that govern my life to this day. My mother has been my greatest ally when times were hard and my greatest cheerleader when times were good. She showed me how a mother CAN be parent AND friend and I strive to follow her example with my own children. I love you mom. Happy Birthday!
