Celebrating Family

This past Saturday, my dad and aunt hosted a celebration for my G and Papa’s birthday and anniversary. Nearly 100 family and friends gathered, and my Papa said it was the best day of his life.

Every grandchild and child—including my Uncle Bret and my dad’s uncle Bill—stood up to share stories and toasts about how much my grandparents mean to us. I could barely get through mine between the tears and the laughter. It was truly a beautiful day filled with love.

As athletes and young women, it’s easy to lose sight of how much our families do for us and how fortunate we are to have them in our lives. My hope in writing this is that you’ll pause, pick up the phone, or sit down in person to tell your parents and grandparents how much you love and appreciate them.

Life is too short not to say thank you and show gratitude to the people who’ve shaped us.