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Birthday Surpise!


I am a lucky guy. I have a Mom-in-law that is the coolest. No really, stop laughing. And today, I hope you'll join me in wishing her a happy birthday as she turns 29, yet again.

Carmen lived with us when Reagan was a baby, it was such a help. She was our nanny, chief fried chicken cooker and a welcome member of our family. I probably didn't say thank you enough for basically, putting her life on hold to care for my child. It is such a great thing, not having to worry about who is watching your child.

She also moved with us to Vermont. I don't think she enjoyed the cold and snow, but she did it with a smile.

I remember the first time I met her, in Florida at FIT. When Mel was out of earshot, she told me "Melissa is special". I couldn't agree more, "special" like "short-bus special". Then my mother-in-law to be cleaned my college apt. including the bathroom. that is dedication.

So, for her birthday here are the top 5 things I love about you Mom:
  • You laugh at my jokes (when you get them)
  • One of the top five grandparents I know
  • You are a great friend and confident to Melissa (she needs some more sanity)
  • You'd do anything for anyone
  • Spanish Rice and Fried chicken, seriously I get phone calls from the Colonel weekly asking me for the recipe...
  • So I can't limit things to five. I'll round out this list with I love that I am taller than you...then again so is Reagan...
Happy birthday!

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