(For the first time in your many, many years on YLF - I remembered your birthday on the right day. There is hope for me yet).

Darling, Denise. Where do I begin with your insatiable fabness? I’m going to sell you short no matter what I say, but I’ll give it a bash anyway.

Your incredible killer style is a true treat. And at ten years my senior - you inspire me no end. You’re ahead of the curve, showing us how to have fun with fashion every season. You enrich this forum with your savvy style persona, your dress sense, your knowledge of fashion and music, and your fearless fashion streak. That naughty glint in your eye in your best accessory, which shines through in every outfit. No one can take that away from you - ever - at any age. It’s yours to keep as a powerful and unique signature piece. And I look forward to it becoming even more special when you’re rocking your sensational Fashionista Farm Girl Style at age one hundred.

Your brilliant fashion sense is one thing, but what I love even more about you is the Denise that’s on the inside. Your spirit is a gift to this forum. You’ve been through a lot, yet you’re so wildly positive, gracious, polite and fun. Such verve, spunk, humour and strength. You’re as emotionally intelligent as you are clever (or smart as they say in the US). You’re as humble as you are confident - a truly enviable trait - and a wonderful mixture of both lighthearted fun and grown-up seriousness. You’re not at all bitter, but always wildly enthusiastic, helpful, kind, supportive, unaffected, and ready to rock ’n roll. (Mr. Bowie is proud). I love that you love your doggies more than words can express, and that you fully understand how losing our girls has impacted our lives. Your compassion has had a lasting effect and I will never forget it.

We sooooo appreciate your ongoing YLF support and loyalty, and the unending wit and wisdom that you provide to this community. I was privileged to meet you last year, and although our time together was far too short, it was very meaningful, and I’m excited to spend time with you again. We hope that you celebrate the fabness of you on your birthday, special lady. Your man is a lucky bloke to have you in his life. And your doggies of course - live the perfect existance with Mama Denise.

love Angie xo