Congrats on a job well done and hugs. I'm a long time WTM reader (from many transformations of the Boards) and am preparing to start my 22 year tomorrow. I'm down to only two students (a Senior and a Sophomore) and my days homeschooling are coming to an end. It's exciting and..bittersweet. I'm hoping that you have something lovely planned for today.

Sending prayers and well wishes your way. Hugs too!!!

Joining the others in prayer.

Another World's Best family here. It makes cleanup a breeze.

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Our dogs are family members and their loss is always heartbreaking. This sounds typical but it doesn't make it easier. Sending hugs for all of you. May your grief be replaced by gentle memories.

Sending hugs and prayers your way as you navigate through this.

Welcome to the world Hudson!!! You're adorable!!! WAR EAGLE!!! (You're already showing fabulous taste).

Sending hugs and prayers . My mother is a 23 year survivor.

Oh Kathy, she is just lovely. Welcome to the world sweet Emma Claire.

LOL! My first thought was "What!! This isn't a thing anymore?" I feel old... I'm a winter but I always wished to be a spring. LOL.

Happy Birthday and congrats to both of you!!! You are a fabulous Mom and I'm thrilled to read that your daughter is doing so well. Step by step, day by day and most certainly celebrate little joys and HUGE MILESTONES LIKE THIS!!! CONGRATS!!!!!

Sending prayers for safety to all impacted by the storm.

My second daughter was born with a very impressive VSD. She joined our family at 8 months old (and weighed almost 10 pounds). The cardiologist said that she had the largest size Medium VSD for classification. As she grew and gained weight, it slowly began to close. My daughter never needed surgery and is now a healthy and active D1 Athlete.

I just had to make the life changing decision to replace my travel mug of over 20 years. It was heart wrenching (my husband might choose other words. I have agonized for over three years trying to find a suitable replacement). Alas, my mug is no longer imported and I had to choose. What started out as small leaks became...well..I won't speak poorly of the recently deceased. I've had my new best friend for almost a full week. It's a Yeti Rambler, 20 ounces and she's very pretty. It feels weird having my hand around something different (it's a little wider) but I think that it was a sound choice.

You have already received so much sage advice. I just wanted to add that I think that you're very brave and I pray that easier days are ahead for you and your children. One million hugs sent.