Claudette was like a mother to me from the day I met her in 1986. Thirty years later she is wedged into my heart in a way that I can't express fully. She was nurturing, honest and open-hearted ... she always invited me into her life and kept me there in light of time and distance. My love for her is embedded in the treasure box of memories we shared that I will carry with me always.

Mom,

I miss you so much!  A girl couldn't ask for a better mother and friend.  I think about you every day.  If I could fully express my love and appreciation for you, I would light up the night sky with fireworks that would last until we fell asleep.  XOXO