I remember thinking when I was a little girl that my mom was as pretty as a movie star. And I never understood why she would just chuckle when I told her so.
She must have been in her early 20s in this photo, several years before she met my dad. At the time, she couldn’t possibly have imagined how her life was to unfold, the funny kids that would be hers, the profound impact she was to have on all of us, the many places she would live, and all the friends she would make over the years.
One thing’s for sure though — hands down, the best mom in the world. 🙂
I wish we lived closer together, but phone calls and visits will have to make due. She’s always on my mind, but today especially — Happy Birthday Mom!
Sheila365 
SOMEbody sure looks like her Mama!! Beautiful tribute.