How to melt a mother's heart

Every so often, when you least expect it, something happens that reminds you exactly why you love to be alive.

And why you love to be a mom.

The other day (pre-ski vacation), when I went to wake my little boy, I had exactly such an experience.

I was met by this sight on his door -- focus on the piece of paper hanging on the bottom, under the photo...


It's not usually there.


If, due to the inability of my camera to take close-ups, you can't read it, here's what it says (exactly what it says... no editing here):

To Momy

Your the best mom

I can ever whish for and

you let my get good food

and you and dad make a

perfect life for me. Love Lucas