My second mom: Sue!

I couldn't let Mother's Day pass me by without expressing my appreciation to Sue. She is my second mom (step-mom). Sue came into our lives when we really needed her. She is a wonderful woman and marvelous example to me and to my children.

You could never ask for a better grandmother! Sue hosts a Fourth of July party you would not believe- unless, that is, you had the privilege of attending. It starts just after noon with a massive water fight (with Sue right there with the grandkids, complete with swim wear and water gun!), then moves on to a scrumptious barbecue (so much good food!), and ends with the best homegrown fireworks, including a gigantic tank war- Sue buys every kid an entire box of tanks and the 'war' doesn't stop until there is a mini bonfire at the end of the driveway! The kids absolutely love every exhausting minute of the day!

Sue made a dream come true for me and the kids a few years back when she graciously took us all to Disneyland. It was such a grand time, and we made so many priceless memories! I can never thank her enough for that trip- and especially for coming with us!

Sue is also such a great influence in my life! She was not married before she married my dad; so Sue knows exactly how I feel when I try to date, or I sit at home alone. She has let me cry on her shoulder more times than I care to remember when I experience yet another heartbreak in my life or when I am so discouraged with the challenges of being single, or even when I have trouble at work (Sue was also in education for years!). Sue is such a wonderful example to me. I hope and pray that I can be just like her when I finally grow up!