Sappy message from Lila

Virginia, Great job on the Blog!

To all of the gals,
It was so good to see all of you Saturday night. Thinking back to that night, I couldn't help but feel so sentimental. I admired each of you so much, as you have all turned into such amazing individuals. Little did I know that a deciding at 17 years old to follow a crazy guy to Texas would impact my life forever...

Through all of the places that I have traveled/lived and of the many people that I have been fortunate to meet, the Congloms are the ones with whom I feel the most comfortable. You are women who have suffered like me in our own personal battles and strife, yet continue to be wonderful and special individuals. I considered each of you my benchmarks; each with a unique quality or trait that inspires me to be a better person:

Virginia - The Righteous and Noble One, who reminds me of how a generous and giving person should act.
Michelle - The Glamourous Mom with an Honest Heart, who shows me that you can still be beautiful on the inside and outside.
Teresa - The Patience One (yes, you are considered Patient to me) and Most Sincerest Person--who can juggle so many things and kids, but still be so grounded and down-to-earth.
Belinda - The Rock...the one with a strong sense of self and best of all, the person who can make the most somber person smile a million times in two seconds. She had shown me not to take myself too seriously!
Lani - The Thoughtful and Creative Lady, who thinks of the little things and keeps us connected. She reminds me that it is the simple things that make us great women and moms.
Yvette - Even though we couldn't see her on Saturday, I am sure she is still a bundle of energy (she has to be) and person with a big heart.

I know this is a bit sappy, but for some reason, I needed to write about it. Even though we all have separate lives and may not be in constant contact, I do miss all of you and hope we are friends forever. BFF!!! (Trying to keep up with the "texting youngens" these days).

Love,
Lila