Happy Birthday dear Sara

Sara Pratt Henriod - the name itself brings a smile to my face.  It was some 12 years ago that I met you briefly in Helaman Halls, and sometime later that year when my cousin Amy convinced me that living with you would be "so much fun".  And boy was she right!  I hardly knew you the day we moved in together.  The next year was one of the best of my life.  I am one of those priviledged enough to say that "Sara Pratt was my roommate."  And we were even roommates 3 separate time. Canterwood, Chatham Towne, and Hawaii.  How lucky was I?

Some of my favorite memories:  Walking in on Sara in her blue robe playing Dr. Mario, eating a popsicle, talking on the phone, mid-day, with a black eye from lacrosse; "telling the truth is not going to be easy..."; countless late night chats lying in your bed, and other nights turning your bedroom light off after you fell asleep reading your homework; driving to St. George and back in one night, Run for their Lives; cleaning our bathroom in Hawaii, and the flying cockroaches; Ah Hawaii - the beach everyday, hikes, 24, you and your cast, you persuading me to go to Brazil for some Matt guy; the beautiful flowers you made for my wedding; Lake Winnipesaukee and it goes on...

I don't think I have ever met a person who knew you who didn't just absolutely LOVE you and think you were the coolest person ever.  Is it any testament to how much people love you that everyone on this blog thinks that you are their best friend?  Because I do.  And do you know why?  It's because you treat every person like they are your favorite.  You make everyone feel good about themselves and take such an interest in them.  I've never been in your presence when I haven't felt like I was the greatest person in the world.  I don't think I've been half as deserving of the 1000 compliments you have given me over the course of our friendship, but thank you anyway.  I love your ability to make people laugh, smile, and have fun.  I love the zest and optimism you have for life.  I love your adventurous nature.  I love your wisdom and good sense for life, family, and the gospel.  I love the way you love and serve others.  Well...I love you!

Happy 30th!  I hope your day is the best ever.  I think 'you ought to give Iowa a try' soon so that I can have a daily dose of Sara, meet your cute little Claire and soak in all the happiness that comes from being in your presence.  Though I'm sure my boys might end up liking you better.  But I'm OK with that.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SARA!!
Love, Ann Marie