"Wow...This is the first Christmas I thought my mom would be happy. But now I have to work. I'm very
upset. We thought we could finally feel like a real family for Christmas. But we can't. I love you
mom! Merry Christmas" --Courtney

EDIT: We did surprise her mom tonight, so it ended up being not so bad. Merry Christmas Sweetheart!

To see more pictures of my niece Courtney, check here.