This is my mom. She was a good mom. A good bus driver. A good dog groomer. A good artist. A good listener. A good teacher. Appreciative of the love she received. Gave all the love she had. Full of many ideas to solve daily problems. A haggler and a deal finder. I'll never doubt how much she loved me. Everything I do that feels good and right is to make her and my dad proud. When I go home I'll put up more pictures.

1981. Pregnant with me. My dads first pair of glasses.

1982. Brand new and smiling.

1982. Mothers Day date.

L:1984 or 1985? In Mexico. R: Before I was born, photobooth.

2002 or 2003. At Chili's or some similar restaurant for a Christmas party I think.

2006. At the Martinez Marina, photo by our friend Tchad Blake.

Moms fragile smiling face.

I miss you.