Happy Birthday, Hed

We had a rocky start, there, in childhood: the Chocolate Mousse Fight, the "I don't show my list to liars" episodes, the Foot in Your Face Fiasco. Do you remember any of those? Maybe that's why I love you so much now. Sorta like Newton's Third Law of Motion.

Your intensity of spirit has allowed you to accomplish astounding feats: swimming under Dan's coaching, West Point, marathons, crazy sports (bungee jumping, kayaking, mountaineering, biking east...to name a few). I admire your resting heart rate talents, too: The Wedding Ring quilts and numerous other projects for others, your listening ear, your interest in people, how you analyze things, your smile. I like your soft side, too: your tenderness for your family and friends; soaking up your "Aunt" role. I'm really glad we're sisters.