Mom, Thank You
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Mom, Thank You

I know no matter where I go in life, you are by my side. I know that I will always have your love.

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Mom, Thank You
Personal Photo – Mackenzie Hoffman

"You are my sunshine, my only sunshine. You make me happy when skies are gray. You'll never know dear, how much I love you. So please don't take my sunshine away."

I know I haven't always been the most gracious child you've had, but I know you love me regardless. Growing up, you always seemed to put me first. You took me to theater rehearsals, you let me sleep in your classroom when I wasn't feeling well at school, and you did so many other amazing things.

I just wanted to say, thank you.

Being an adult isn't easy, especially in college. I'm still trying to figure out my life, all while paying bills and buying groceries. You always seem to have life under control and for that, I come to you for everything.

You're always there to answer my silly questions, usually with a silly answer before the correct one. I know, regardless of my questions, you will always have an answer.

You're someone I can always call when I have an issue I need to talk out or when I need to vent. Your gentle voice reminds me that everything will be OK, because God is always with me even when you're not.

You and dad provided me with every opportunity you could. For that, I am so grateful. We uprooted our lives when dad got his new job, and you searched for the best school district for me. The school district that introduced me to my best friend. The new school that provided me with opportunities I wouldn't have gotten otherwise.

I took you for granted when I lived at home; I thought you would always be with me. You would move into my apartment with me, my first home, etc. It was a delusion that I am partly glad isn't true.

Nevertheless, I am so proud of the morals you instilled in my siblings and I. For that, we are better people.

I know no matter where I go in life, you are by my side. I know that I will always have your love. No matter where I go in life, I can always call you with simple, yet ridiculous questions, text you random photos of my future kids or future pups. Thank you for being you, Mom.

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