EVELYN

"Happy birthday, Mom." I wished my mom on her special day, today being the sixth of February. "Thank you for being my number one person, my rock and support, my best friend. I hope today brings your more happiness, more joy as you have given me all my life. I love you so much, Mom."

"Awww," I could hear sniffles from her. "Thank you, sweetheart. You're my number one source of joy and happiness. If you hadn't come into my life, I..."

"Mom, please don't cry or I will cry too."

"Fine, ...