This one goes out to Beth, whose mother is in town today.

Honestly, Abe said that.
Yesterday, I accused a co-worker of being too suspicious. Her response, “If your mother says she loves you, check it out.” I thought the old adage of the Chicago City News Bureau was a perfect Pearl and one we should always remember before putting something on paper.
With that, I leave you with words of wisdom from our 16th President. “The thing about quotes on the internet is that you cannot confirm their validity.” -Abraham Lincoln