HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MOM!

Mom's special birthday present

Anticipation, excitement.  Just some of the things I was feeling today on Mom's birthday.  It started out with a beautiful card and flowers, followed by a simple breakfast.

Mom was in good spirits today, too.  A little weak, but looking great for 72 years young.

Later in the afternoon, it was time to go to her radiation treatment.  Dad helped Mom get ready.  I scurried around the house to straighten things up trying to kill time before we brought Mom out the garage door to see her new gift.

The time finally came...excitement again.

I went out in to the garage and closed the door slightly.  Dad had Mom in her wheelchair ready for my signal to come on out.

"Okay, Dad," I say loudly.

"Wait," Mom's new favorite word.  "We have to open the door."

Dad opens the door enough for Mom to finish opening it.  That's when Dad and I both say loudly, "Happy Birthday, Mom!"   I had the video camera going to capture the unforgettable moment.

Mom loved her new ramp that we had built. It was a smooth ride out the door compared to the clunky drop like before.

A few little adjustments like clearing out a little more room and straightening up in the garage more and everything was perfect for a smooth ride out the door to the van.

Happy Birthday....we love you.