The people you call your parents may not have birthed you. They may not have even raised you. But there is no doubt you would ever be the same without them. I am so grateful for the parents I have. They aren't perfect, but they are perfect for me.
I can honestly say that my parents are my best friends. They are who I run to when I get an 'A' on my paper. They are who I run to when I am having a hard day. They are who I run to for anything and everything. I will be so happy if I turn out to be a fourth of the parent you are today. No amount of words or actions could ever show how much I truly appreciate them, but here are a few things I am thankful for.
1. Thank you for telling me how proud you are of me.
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2. Thank you for bragging about me to all your friends.
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3. Thank you for pushing me to be the best I can be.
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4. Thank you for giving me bear hugs.
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5. Thank you for making me who I am today. You kind of killed it.
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6. Thank you for boosting my self-esteem. I know my middle school stage was very awkward, but thanks for telling me I looked good.
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7. Thank you handling all my rants and attitudes.
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8. Thank you for calming me down.
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9. Thank you for working as hard as you do to provide for me.
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10. Most of all, thank you for loving me unconditionally.
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