Ode to Ali

This may be corny to most but this person has really touched my heart and I want her to know that! I've known Ali for a few years. We met via email when we were both invovled in photo contests. I referred her to the parenting board most of us posted at during that time. Since then, Ali has become a friend. Someone who always has encouraging words for her fellow members, someone who listens and knows when to offer advice and when to just offer a HUG. Ali is a sweet and loving person and it shows. She's dedicated time and energy to Moms-Online without asking for anything in return.

Almost three years ago I was pregnant with Lil'Buddy and posted photos in my journal often. A special little thing that Princess always wanted to do was the "Belly Bump". It became very frequent, doing "Belly Bumps" everyday! It was so cute, I'd lift my shirt, she'd do the same and we'd touch and Princess would say "Bump". I took photos and posted to MO.

Yesterday Ali mentioned that. She remembered. I don't know about you but when someone I've never met in my entire life can remember those little minute things that mean so much to me definitely has a special place. That made me think about so many people I am around or was around everyday. Can they tell me what my favorite past-time is, or my favorite food, can they recall those special moments I hold with my children or anything about my life in general?

Ali did. That was big Ali and I want you to know that you are a friend that anyone should want to have.

THANK YOU! You brought a smile to my face and a tear to my eye and it made me proud to call you a friend.