I get to say something nice

My wife's birthday has come. It's a chance to gush a bit about Connie and a reminder of how special she is to me.

When I think of her, I think of:


- A slightly foggy evening, dinner at the Carnelian room

- A windy morning in 1999, Berkeley hills

- A drive in the heart of wine country

- Her sleepy responses to my morning greeting

- Her big beautiful smile

- Good company

- Happy times to come

My wife is smarter than you know. She is quick to kindness and smiles easily. She is touched by everyday beauty. I've never seen her be cruel for cruelty's sake.

In short, Connie's birthday is special. The light she brings into the world makes us all a little brighter.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!