Happy Mother's Day Juniper!

They say it takes a village to raise a child, I am so glad my village was Juniper.  A village where people care about people, and people help people.  Juniper has played a vital role in my upbringing.  Today I want to pay special tribute to the Juniper moms. 

You have cooked for me.  You have let me stay in your homes.  You have sent sandwiches to the field.  You have cheered me on.  You have fought for me.  You have been my 4-H leaders.  You have coordinated community get-togethers.  You have been my primary teachers.  You have cut my hair.  You have shared hand-me-downs.  You have taught me the piano.  You have shared from your fruit trees and gardens.  You have shared goodies.  You have opened your home to me on occasions when snow would not permit me to get to my own.  You have lent baking supplies.  You have taught me various crafts.  You have taught me to work.  You have come without question when I called with a concern when my mom was away from home.  You have showed me how to serve, and allowed me to serve by your side.  You have shared stories and experiences with me.    You have shared your talents.  You have shared your kids.  You have rallied around my family on multiple occasions when we needed a helping hand. 

For this and many other services I am forever in your debt.  Thank you and Happy Mother’s Day Juniper!