For My Mom On Her Birthday
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For My Mom On Her Birthday

Thank you for being a mother, friend and role model.

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For My Mom On Her Birthday
Gina Brennan

In these trying times, it is easy to dwell on the negatives. Our world is suffering from great loss. We are filled with panic and confusion, and we are deeply saddened by the current state of everything we once knew to be our normal. Though not always as easy, this is also a time to reflect on the positives. Now more than ever, it is important for us to come together and appreciate the people and things that we do have in our lives – to show our gratitude to the ones that bless our hearts and help us feel whole. As sad as I am that I can't be with her today, I am expressing all of my love and gratitude for my mom, a person that helps my heart feel whole every day.

To my beautiful mom on your birthday, thank you for being someone that I can always rely on to brighten my day. Your selflessness, strength and ability to put the needs of others before your own are qualities that I continuously admire. Thank you for helping me put my thoughts into perspective and for always giving me your honest advice. Thank you for making time for me, day or night, whenever I need to talk. Thank you for laughing with me in happy times, and for holding my hand in sad times. Your unconditional love and support are things that keep me going every day. Thank you for being a mother, a friend and a role model to me always. Oh, and most importantly, thank you for being the absolute best grandma to our dog Remy. I'm so looking forward to celebrating your special day in the future. I love you, and happy birthday.


Gina Brennan

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