Not a haiku.

On the back of each leg, I have a tattoo of a rose. On my right leg is a red rose with a banner that says "Zetta."On my left leg is a pink rose. Its banner says "Zaara." My mother on my right - my dominant leg - because she gives me strength. My daughter on my left leg because she gives me direction.

Today, as I honour the paths women around the world have walked before me, the paths they walk with me, and the paths they'll walk when I'm gone, I'm expressing particular gratitude to these two women who help me walk my own path with courage, passion and strength.

And to all the women in my life - thank you for sharing your perspectives, your strength and your laughter. My world is a richer, friendlier and more beautiful place because you are in it.

Happy International Women's Day.