Since this is the first Mother’s Day since my mom passed away, it seems fitting to pay tribute to the wonderful woman who helped make me who I am and still inspires me every day.

If you like this blog, you partially have her to thank. She surrounded me with creativity and imagination from my youngest days, supported my every project and crazy scheme. She was a gifted artist and fiercely loving human being. From her I learned to bestow kindness upon strangers and shower my loved ones with (quirky) displays of affection. I learned to create without limits, and fearlessly forge paths where none existed.

Mom, thanks for thinking outside of the box with me, and for fitting a lifetime of love into a life cut short. I carry the magic of your incredible spirit in my heart always.

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY TO ALL THE MOM’S OUT THERE!