Happy Birthday, Grandmother!

Today would be the birthday of my grandmother, Frances Bedell Richards. Though I never had the opportunity to meet this remarkable woman, I have had the honor of being raised by her daughter. My mother has told me countless stories of the grace, motivation, devotion, and wisdom of my grandmother. In each story I piece together more of the puzzle that's been spread throughout my life. You raised two amazing children and I sure hope that we grandchildren are making you proud!

It's to you, Grandmother, that I wish I very happy birthday today!