Happy Birthday, Mom...

Birthdays have always been special occasions for the Sarver family, largely because Mom worked hard to make sure we were properly celebrated on the day she worked so hard to bring us into this earth! And, since Mom and I shared birthdays just three days apart, we always celebrated together. This photo was from Mom's birthday dinner last year. I took her to Las Vegas to celebrate her 55th birthday with her sisters Suzi and Kathy. We had a blast. (We always did.) Exploring all the casinos, shopping, resting in the spa, relaxing by the pool, eating good food, seeing shows. She was so adventurous and full of life and celebrated each and every year God gave her. She never worried about getting older because she knew that meant the more time she spent on this earth, the more people she could bless. She managed to pack a lot in those nearly 56 years. Her legacy is one of kindness, generosity and service. She spent more time worrying, praying and caring for those around her then she did focused on her self. She was the picture of selflessness and example for all of us. My heart hurts today because I miss her. I want to call her and wish her happy birthday. I want to put my arms around her neck and kiss her soft cheek. I want to see her smile. I want to tell her I love her. Happy Birthday Mom. I miss you.