The Fourth of July!

Americans celebrate their independence today, and I celebrate the birthday of one of my great-nieces. V flashes as brightly as any firework: she loves learning, puzzles, her dog, swimming, running, games, books, crafts, writing, school, her family and friends. 

May she always remember that for some of us today's celebrations are partly for her, and may she continue to find more and more reasons to love her life.