One of the amazing things about Mouse's mom (and believe me, there are many) is her ability to squeeze insane amounts of joy out of life's small things. Here is a photo of my favorite lunch from our beach vacation: bologna-tomato-mayonnaise sandwich, chips, Corona. It was partly improved by the water in the background (imagine the sound of crashing waves), and by being really hungry. But it was mostly her enthusiasm that made it so delicious. A little vacation parable.

Love you, Mom, happy mother's day again.