dinner for the kids at Miss Flo's: $12.50

quick shopping spree to Marshalls: $34.99

outing to Costco ("to pick up a few things"): $224.15

friendship with Jen Gottlieb: priceless

Jen,

Best wishes to you on your 40th bday.  May the year ahead be filled with wellness, much happiness and minimal worries.

This is a great opportunity to tell you how much I appreciate our friendship.  Your sincerity, kindness, humor and words of wisdom have been an inspiration. 

I frequently say to Jason "what would Jen do in this situation?" and Jason always says the right thing, "just call her Leanne".  Thanks for always being there and being positive. 

Thanks for the late night phone calls and sharing in my love for Costco.   May your 40s be wonderful.  I can't think of anyone more deserving of it!  It was an unexpected

pleasure to have made such a special friend at this phase in my life.  Childhood friends may last forever but surviving this phase of parenthood with a friend like you is PRICELESS.

Happy 40th Jen