The definition of a mother is "a woman in relation to a child or children to whom she has given birth." But a mom is so much more than that.

Some say that diamonds are a girls best friend, but I would have to disagree. Through every up and down, good times and bad, you've seen it all. The temper tantrums, late nights stressing over a school project, tears over a boy, and my morning hair. Everything that I've put you through or that we have faced together, you've handled with a smile on your face and not one complaint. You constantly teach me new life lessons and show me different ways to look at the world around me. You remind me to be confident in my own skin when I feel sad, you encourage me to push harder when my back is against the wall, you always know what to say (or cook) when I've had a long day, you let me borrow your makeup and clothes, you give me style tips, you give me advice for when I have girl drama, but most importantly, you make me want to be a better person every single day. Whenever I feel like giving up, I think of you right there beside me to walk with me down whatever path I choose. If I can be half the mother you are some day, I will have succeeded.

So thank you, for all of those reasons and more. Thank you for loving me and showing me just how fun (yet crazy) being a mother is. Being a mother is an enormous commitment and sacrifice, one that I am so happy you chose to make. Thank you for not only being my mom, but being my friend, my confidant, and my number one fan. Without you, I'd be nowhere. I love you, momma.