It's the little things that make us smile. I hope one day when I am 85 years old I will be a happy little old lady who has passes her time tending a garden, still falling in love and laughing with her devoted husband, playing word games, and (still) collecting treasure. (I know it's hard to see but on the lamp there is a toy soldier, a rock, and a blue gem.) I hope I still smile everyday and share my love and joy for life with my family and friends.

The photo is of my Grandmother's table. It's such a collection of her and the items that make her happy. My grandmother has taught me so much about life, love, forgiveness and generosity. She has always been such a huge influence on my character and how I hold myself. If I turn out any bit as wonderful as her I'll be happy for life.