It is a deep purple color, laces up the back and is simply GORGEOUS! We had so much fun shopping for it! 
Sam's birthday went well! Her dad and I pitched in and bought her a new cell phone that she desperately wanted, her favorite aunts made her a pretty bracelet, my parents gave her a grab bag of stuff she's been wanting (and CASH! LOL), my sister bought her a tanning package (for prom) and her loving, adoring boyfriend bought her the most beautiful ruby necklace and a dozen roses! Young love...it's been so fun to watch! :-) Her birthday went well but I think she was disappointed in the small number of people that recognized her special day. I think her dad and I did pretty well making it the big deal that it was, but there's no erasing the sting when others forget. But she is sure enjoying being an "adult" now. LOL I miss being an 18 yr old adult!
I've been busy taking photos! My sister and I are putting together some photos that we've taken to be displayed (and hopefully sold!) in a local studio! We're very excited to have this opportunity! Here are two of my current favorites;
April looks to be just as busy as March. I've returned to work, Sam is wrapping up her senior year, and Ali joined the grade school's version of cross country running. And of course we are looking forward to enjoying the upcoming warm spring days! Bring on the sunshine!!