- my hunky hubby of 21 years - my driver, mender of fences and lifelong companion
- my son, if he lives like he plays "Settlers of Catan" he is a man to be reckoned with
- my son's girl, with a heart of gold, so generous, she'll give you her last bit of chocolate
- my borrowed daughter whose fortitude is beyond measure continues to inspire me; her sisters and mothers -- I couldn't have dreamt I'd have such incredible women in my life; I couldn't imagine my life without them.
- my in-laws who didn't mind too much I wasn't around for Easter Sunday partying
- my mother-in-law and neighbor who took care of the unthinkable, with grace and love
- my own family so far away, who still hold a place at the table for me on the holidays
- my dear long-time friends: for bracelets and eggs and save the dates and children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and mermaids
- my dance book club tribettes -- for taking a pause with me
- my curiosity that found book of poetry... and myself amongst the dusty pages
- my discipline for only buying $130 worth of fabrics (yikes!)
- my own courage to click the "Buy Now" button and be gone from my normal life for a week to dance and explore more opportunities for me to be in grace.
Gratitude to Julia Morgan and the Berkeley City Club for a wonderful weekend
