August 17 was my birthday. Today, August 19, is my middle daughter’s birthday. The two are forever entwined; when I celebrate my birthday, I also recall the year that I was pregnant with her. My mother was already at our home in Sacramento, and she took us out for Mexican food, both because I like it and because I was hoping to induce labor.

It didn’t work instantly, but within a few days, I was holding a beautiful new baby.

Happy birthday, Beth!

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