An Open Letter For A Mother With An Open, Loving Heart
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An Open Letter For A Mother With An Open, Loving Heart

You're not just my mom, you're the best friend I could have asked for.

Suchitha Kumar
Oct 30, 2018
Rider UniversityMillennials of New Jersey
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An Open Letter For A Mother With An Open, Loving Heart
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Dear Mom,

I have been your daughter for 19 years and I have never felt lonely when I am around you. You are not just my mom, you're the best friend I could have ever asked for. When the time came for this article's deadline, I did not know what to write about — that's when you came into my mind and I wanted to share with everyone our special relationship.

Mom, do you remember the days we spend together? Just us. It was like two women facing this world without any man in our life. You were a backbone for me at that time. I needed some support and care and you were there for me. No matter how hard it was, you were there for me. When I was little, I used to be scared of the dark. I am still scared of the dark, but you never hesitated to walk me to the bathroom. You were there for every single thing.

Do you remember my 11th birthday? We fought a lot on that day, but still resolved our issues and that evening we celebrated my birthday. You called all my friends, and even a professional photographer to take nice pictures of me and my friends. Even though his pictures weren't the best, it is still one of my most memorable days.

Mom, when I was little I wanted to go to Six Flags because all my friends went and I couldn't go. So, I asked if you could take me but you said no. I was sad for the whole week. The next week, you got the tickets and we went to Six Flags together. I went on all the rides all by myself. You were scared of rides, so I enjoyed everything by myself. We laughed and made fun of us. This was yet another memorable day spent with you.

I am telling you all of this right now because you, dad, and my brother had to leave New Jersey for a while. That's when I realized how much I loved you. I missed you so much. I missed everything about you. I missed our teasing. I missed your childhood stories. I missed your cooking. I missed your presence. I missed our "girl talk."

You were there for everything and still are. I don't how much I can thank you. We never say that we love each other or hug each other but I'm telling you now that you are the best mom and I LOVE YOU!

Thank you for this wonderful life, mom.

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