I’m thankful for Emma, whose birthday is today. I’ve probably shared this picture of her before, but it’s still one of my favorites. I miss hearing her laughter regularly. She’s officially an adult at 25, which her birthday plans confirmed. She was running errands for her church and planned pizza at home with her grandmother. Quiet and tame.

It’s also my friend Sharon’s birthday, and I’m also thankful for her today. At 79, she’s still an inspiration for style and independence, and I hope I age as gracefully as she is.