February 16th

February 16th...on this day (not too long ago), a little girl was born. Cathy Lynn Fisk. This little girl inherited her mother's caring disposition and her father's feisty determination. I wish I could have been a fly on the wall, watching as this little girl grew. I bet this little girl ran uncontrollably throughout the house, wild, curly black hair bouncing as she went. This little girl probably spent more time outside under the sun than inside playing with a doll. She was fearless...this added to her feisty determination, making her a natural born leader. She probably bossed the other kids around just a tiny bit, but nobody minded much because she always ended up being right. 

Well, Cathy Lynn Fisk grew unto a young lady. She snuck her "outside" dog Rocky inside because she felt sorry for him, her caring disposition showing through. She loved her little brother more than she could say, so she probably bossed him around too (hehe). I think as Cathy Lynn Fisk grew into a teenager, she became more determined to make her dreams come true, and nothing, nothing could stop her. She became the epitome of "team spirit" in her high school, becoming cheer captain her freshman year of high school. She walked the hallways with confidence, only slowing down for her partner in crime Angela. I mean, she even had a group of friends called AC/DC. This girl was on top of everything! Everyone adored this girl. She was so kind, so smart, so pretty... she had nothing on the downside. Nothing. 

The young lady became a college student. She decided to try out for the cheer squad. That's how she met her future husband.... and well, that's another story. We'll save that for later. :)

The point is... today is my mom's birthday. And I am so happy that it is. I'm so glad she is who she is. I couldn't have special ordered a more perfect mom for me. And I'm a good online shopper, folks. :) 

Mom, you are the most kind, feisty, determined, selfless, beautiful woman. You have devoted your entire life to Christ, to being a wife, and to being a mother. This is such a special task you were given, and you did above and beyond the "call of duty". I only hope I can be a fourth of the mother and wife you are. I love you so much. Happy birthday. Enjoy YOUR day. :)