In 1977, I was 19 years old and a mom.
Money was really tight, and I rarely splurged to see a movie.
But since I had been a Star Trek and even Lost in Space fan, the first Star Wars movie seemed like something I might like.
The rare movie I splurged for would almost have had a star too talented to make a bad movie. Star Wars didn't fit that bill, at least not yet.
I remember talking my older sister into babysitting for free and then standing in line for a really long time for a ticket.
The movie did not disappoint.
Over the years, a love of all things Star Wars facilitated many family get-togethers with now three generations of fans.
Today, I brought dinner and dessert to my grandkids to celebrate Star Wars day and remind them I have been a fan since the very beginning of the very first movie.
They are dutifully impressed.
I can still remember how much fun I had that evening.
May the 4th be with you.
