All You Need is Love

Yea I know its cliche and all, but I am a sucker for it... LOVE. And before you all think I am about to delve into some mushy story about how I love storybook romances and have always wanted the fairytale, I am talking about the love you feel when surrounded by family and friends. Yesterday I was lucky enough to get to celebrate the life of Nannie. Now she is not my nannie, and you guessed it, I am not even related to this woman by blood or marriage, but the joy I felt when she started to sing Happy Birthday to Me... is indescribable. Nannie is amazing, she is happy, loving, and just about the most fashionable lady I know! So it should be no surprise that about 20 people, lots of whom are not related to her, gathered yesterday to celebrate her 88 years... though she would be quick to remind you that her birthday is technically Tuesday.

The Birthday Girl

Valentine's Card Time

As I stood around Mrs. M's kitchen yesterday and looked around, I was reminded how much love can do. I saw the love between husband and wives, most of whom have been married once and for many year. I saw the love between siblings, mother and child, friends, cousins and the love between friends. The people in that room share a love for each other that is like no other. It warms your body on a cold day and refreshes your soul after a tough week. It is proof that All You Need is Love. ~The Illegal Blonde

Friends