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An Open Letter to my Mom

I love you Mom!

Danielle Singer
Sep 27, 2016
Carmel, Indiana
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Mark Singer

Dear Mom,

I've been away from home for about six weeks now. And probably the hardest thing I've had to do was to leave you for the first time. You are the only one who's been there for me my entire life. You've helped me through everything, from my first day of school to my first breakup; from learning how to ride a bike to learning how to do laundry. You've provided everything I've ever wanted and more. I know that no matter what's going on back home, you're always willing to talk to me about anything at any time. I'm lucky enough to not only call you my mom, but my best friend.

I think we both knew that we were going to be close from the very beginning. I mean, I was born two weeks late! When I was finally born, I didn't want anyone else to hold me other than you. Fast forward sixteen years, and I almost never make a decision without asking your opinion first. You're the first person I turn to when I need help, whether it's about friend problems or about school stress. And you do the same with me. If you are stressed out from work or the book sale, I'm always the first one you talk to. I've always been appreciative of that. Even now, when I'm an hour away from you, I still call you almost every day. Heck, you spent the day with me yesterday and I called you today just to talk to you!

Thank you for being such an important person in my life. Thank you for staying up late with me and telling me stories about your childhood whenever I couldn't sleep. Thank you for taking time off work to drive me to competitions, therapy appointments, and friends' houses. Thank you for putting up with me for eighteen years and loving me, regardless of what happens. Thank you for letting me tag along to Special Olympics events, book sales, and work. Thank you for giving me every opportunity to succeed. Thank you for your unconditional love. Thank you for trusting me and thank you for being my best friend.

This doesn't even begin to explain how much you mean to me, mom. I love you so freaking much, you have no idea.

Sincerely,

Your (Hopefully) Best Friend

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