Maureen Rocks!

This morning, Andrea and I went to Daniel Briand for breakfast/brunch. On the way there, she asked me, "So what's your family doing to celebrate Mother's Day?" I told her about their plans that that had yesterday which included cleaning the Goo's townhouse (she's feeling the same since the accident, no significant improvemnts) since that's what families are for and then going out for lunch or dinner at Bien Trucha. Wish I was there.

So, since I'm not, I can at least dedicate a post to Maureen. She's a pretty awesome mom. I know a lot of people say that their mom is the best in the world, but to quote a recent note I received for Teacher's Appreciation Week, when I say that, "I'm not joking either!"

Mom, thanks for everything you do for me like:

• Dealing with all of my business stuff at home while I live 5,000 miles away. I know it's a pain!

• Sending me weekly notes that instantly put me in a good mood for the entire day about what's going on at home. It's nice to have a slice of life and something in my mailbox.
• Going on crazy shopping trips to buy random items to send in the mail or in the Goo's suitcase. Items have included: sponges to wash dishes, random but particular toiletries, school supplies (scissors to pencils), perscriptions, food items and more. Having a little bit of home in my pantries and cabinets makes life so much nicer on a daily basis.
• Being excited, every Sunday evening, when we chat on the phone. I look forward to hearing it in your voice.
• Teaching me about how to treat other people in my life. From the people I love to those that well, aren't as high on the list.
• Listening to all of my stories, the good, the bad and ugly and always supporting me no matter what's happening.
• Sending me fun stuff from Moxie that I get to share with my friends who love it.
• Sharing your creative genes with me...my style (both personal and home) I get from you and people noticed that this week.

There's no way I can list them all but these are just a few that come to mind that impacted me this last week. I seriously don't know who I would be without you. I wouldn't have become the person I am without you.

So even though I'm far away.  I hope that my message is clear.  I love you.  You rock!  Thanks for being you and helping me to be the best person I can be.  Now Dad, a favor. Please give Mom a big hug and she can pretend it's me hugging her all the way from Brazil.  Love you!