The Emancipation of Jersey Girl

If I were asked to name my greatest accomplisment, in my life,....I would have to say it was my daughter, Allison....if ever I gave my heart and soul to someone...it was her. When you're pregnant, and you wonder and hope...if this child you are carrying is going to be healthy, happy and wise....I am very very grateful that all of that was true in her case. I wanted the best we could ever give her....and I hope, we succeeded in that way. I enjoyed being her mother....I treasure this as my greatest duty....and it has given me the most joy of my life.

Today is my birthday....and on this day I honor and thank my parents, Lou and Carmen, who gave me every opportunity to be a child....to grow up and live in a loving, safe environment...and to be myself. I still depend on their love and guidance, even though they have passed....they are always with me, ever in my heart.