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Dear Mom, From Your Little-Big Girl

Your little girl is growing up, but she will always be there.

Madison Ruffin
Jun 11, 2017
Millennials of Michigan
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Dear Mom, From Your Little-Big Girl
Greg Ruffin

Dear mom, best friend, biggest supporter, and my rock,

Sometimes as your daughter it is hard for me to put into words and communicate with you how much I truly appreciate you and everything you do for me. I know you feel your efforts go unnoticed and that you are taken for granted, but I am here to tell you (and the world) that you are loved and greatly appreciated everyday; not just by me, but by everyone who has the pleasure of experiencing your strength, humor, and greatness.

Me going to college was a huge adjustment and at times it was more difficult for you than it was for me. I made it through my very first year away at a university with over 50,000 students and still managed to find myself along the way. No matter how many times we fought or had disagreements, I know you never left my side.

Recently we have been butting heads, as every mother and daughter do at some point throughout life. Being your one and only child, this bothers me. However, I know that it is only temporary and that our bond is truly unbreakable and unconditional.

At this point in my life, I know you realize that I am growing up, becoming independent, developing a mind of my own, and gaining my own freedom. I also know that this scares the hell out of you.

This leads me to believe that this is where our grievances arise: a conflict between wanting that little girl still around, yet watching me grow into the young, independent woman I am becoming. But I am here to tell you that your little girl is still here and will never leave your side. You encourage my personal growth like no one else does, but now is the time to embrace it and be proud of all of the progress I have made thus far. After all I am a product of you; I reflect intelligence, class, beauty, and strength because well, I got it from my momma.

Me growing up shouldn't be as scary as it is; this is my time to prove that you and dad raised me right and make you proud. You made the selfless decision to be a stay-at-home mom for 14 years to make sure that I was shown love, support, and healthy parenting. Now it's my turn to show you who I am, and who I have yet to become.

I love you endlessly,

From your only daughter and child, cuddle bug, light of your life, and Snapchat best friend

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