how could i ever say thank you.

 ...to my Grandma, who told me once that attitude is a choice. That the way you respond to the things God places in your life matters. And that wrapping paper is best left on the roll and not removed for wrapping paper roll sword fights. 

 ...to my Grams, who can make me cry in an instant, and who introduced me to beets, serving milk in a pitcher, and the best paper store in the world. She's the closest thing to a saint that I know.

...to my mother-in-law, who raised the man that's my closest friend, and who welcomed me into her family with lots of love. 

 And to my mom, who is an endless source of encouragement, wisdom, and cooking tips. She knows me enough to know when I just need a good night's sleep, even from a few thousand miles away. And she's allowed me to join in her business, which has been such a joy.

 She's taught me how to be sassy and classy and that nautical is always in style.

And to always watch your back when brothers are around. I love you mom!

The mothers and grandmothers in my life are one of the biggest blessings I've been given!

xoxo.