a niece...

...of mine

who braved - being with a gaggle of aunts - uncles - as well as her grandma - in order to celebrate family - she is one special young lady - grown up into a wonderful person - teaches in a school district - which is rather rough around - the edges - yet sees it as an opportunity to reach her students - not as a negative - desires to be a positive influence - wants to be her best - i am so proud of how - she has grown up - the person she has become - in spite of some early obstacles - she has simply persevered - it has been such a treat to have her around - these last couple of days - i will miss her - but she's also reconnected with some of her cousins - and that's been so worth it as well - during this surprise weekend for our mama - much good has happened as a result - clearly making for...

a

happy day.....