I could sing your praises until the cows come home and still feel that I haven't done you justice, Shevia. I just don't know where to start with your unending, unconditional and incredible support for YLF, me, Greg, Inge, and our fur babies. It does NOT go unnoticed how extremely engaged and generous you are with your participation here. To say that you rock big time is an understatement.

(And let me get it out in the open: I can't believe I've been to Israel and did not hook up with you. Sacrilege! Next time for sure).

Your KILLER style is enviable, eye-catching, and super fun to look at!!! You are the Elegant Thrown Together Tomboy of our generation. It's not easy creating a casual RATE style with busloads of effortless chic, a practical edge, and ladylike touch. And you don't even think about it!!! It just happens, is totally innate, as if you know no other way. Your outfits are always delightful, unique and fabulous. I love them! You are an utter style inspiration to us all and I'm also loving your new short curly salt and pepper hair. It enhances your magical eye-brows. (Go Team Flats :))

But what is even more inspirational is your captivating spirit, enchanting persona, playful wisdom and excellent energy. Your gentle strength is powerful. Your ample humility and obvious confidence my best. Your diplomacy, quick-wit, charm, impeccable manners, emotional intelligence, and lateral way of thinking the cherry on top. You are so very kind, astute and patient. Loyal and full of ideas. You comment on every single blog post without fail and it blows me away. I appreciate your generosity enormously and THANK YOU so much for being the special egg that you are. You truly are a mensch, which means a person of integrity and honour, someone to admire and emulate, in Yiddish.

We hope you have a beautiful birthday that celebrates the heart and fabness of you! Last year this time you were on your way to Italy. This year it sounds like NYC. ENJOY!!! I hope that you can feel our adoration for you, and that the twins and your son spoil you rotten!

love
Angie xoxo