My eyes watered with joy this morning after I opened an envelope from my mailbox

"My Daughter,
What I Love About You:

I love the spirit of you...
the grace with which you welcome each challenge,
the childlike wonder that still colors your days.

I love the originality of you...
your willingness to stand out from the crowd...
your unique perspective on what's happening in the world
and in your life.

I love the wisdom of you...
the way you trust your intuition...
your unfailing commitment to doing the right thing.

And most of all, I love the heart of you...
the genuine compassion, empathy, and friendship
you offer everyone you know.

I guess it's pretty clear...
I love everything about you.

And on your birthday, I'm wishing
joy and blessings to you,
my beautiful daughter and friend."


Happy Birthday, Susan.
We Love You!
- Dad and Mom