I'm far away from my Mother this year, who just turned 80 in February. She will probably see this tomorrow on Mother's Day back in Seattle. So this is for her principally. Mother's day here in Spain was last Sunday, as in most of the other parts of the world. So belated Mother's day to those other moms out there.

I was born on mother's day many moons ago. Sometimes I felt like she had to compete for attention on her special day because she always focused on me somehow. How selfless and noble she was and is! Add the fact that she has often said I was her best mother's day gift. Well, I'd like to say she is the best mom in the world! And I feel that more being separated from her this year on her special day. Mom always has believed in me, encouraged me, loved me and laid a foundation so I could do well and go far in life. Here is just a little recognition of how much she means to me. Happy Mother's Day Mom! I took this photo in a park close to our apartment and made this magazine cover just for you. Love ya gobs!