Queen of (our) hearts

It is widely believed, by those who know her, that my mother is the most adorable person on the planet. This was confirmed in the 1940's when she was a contestant on the radio show "Queen for a day". Think American Idol, back in the day. She charmed the judges with her sparkling personality and radiant smile. And she won. At 80, she is still winning hearts today.

To celebrate her and this great occasion, my sisters and I planned a surprise party. Amazingly enough, we pulled it off. Unfortunately, I'm afraid what this tells us it that her daughters and friends are pretty good liars.

What a joy to have a tangible way to show love to this woman who has personified love for me. She and my father had a beautiful story of faithful love. Like "The Notebook" only it was real, not fiction. She loves her family fiercely. And she pours herself out in love toward everyone she comes in contact with. She is leaving a legacy of love because she loves extravagantly. And when I grow up, I want to be just like her. Besides all that, she's just plain cute.
See for yourself...

Here she is with her birthday buddy. Every year she tells him he was the
best birthday present she has ever gotten. He eats that up!

Below is a picture from her "Queen for a Day" appearance in 1946.
Long live the Queen!

Children's children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children.
Proverbs 17:6