I wish you were here...I'd take you to lunch today, and I would do everything in my power to make sure you had a wonderful birthday.  So much has changed since you left; I'd give anything in the world to talk to you about all of it. 

I miss you....not a day goes by that I don't long to talk to you....Sometimes, I think you are the lucky one.  I know it must be glorious for you now, and for that, I am truly grateful.

Your constant mission of holding me accountable is something I never thought I would miss.  There are no instructions, and I can only hope I'm doing all the right things. 

I will celebrate you today and I will continue to miss you.  I know life goes on, but it doesn't make it any easier to accept.  I love you Mom with all my heart.