Thanks To You All!

I have had so many amazing wishes for my birthday today. Friends and family have called, texted, emailed, sent cards, gifts, letters. It is wonderful to be remembered no matter how old you get. And for all of you who have asked.....the trip to Chicago was one of the best ever. Dan and I relaxed and rested and just had a great time. My favorite gift was the joy of seeing huge snowflakes falling as I walked down State Street watching the incredible Christmas light display mingled with the snowflakes. It is why I love Chicago at Christmas. It is truly magical.

And I can't say enough about how wonderful the people are. We were treated so well everywhere we went. Chicago is a big city with a small town friendliness. Another highlight was being treated to a birthday lunch at the Signature Room by Mike and Kim Galvan. Mike came to one of our coaching events here this summer and told us they wanted to hook up when we got to Chicago sometime so we did. The Signature Room is on the 95th floor of the Hancock Tower and the view is spectacular. What a fun experience......THANKS MIKE AND KIM! We had a great time visiting this wonderful couple.

We also spent an afternoon at Moody Radio with our friend, Melinda Schmidt. We taped an hour-long Midday Connection program which was a lot of fun. Being in the studio was so different than doing a phone interview and Melinda is such a great host.

All in all, this has been a memorable birthday for me and I am feeling VERY blessed by all my friends and family. Thanks to each of you who sent me well-wishes. Thanks for your friendship and love. Hugs to you all!!

Eating at the Signature Room with Mike and Kim Galvan