An Open Letter To My Single Mom
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An Open Letter To My Single Mom

I owe it all to you.

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Mom,

This wasn’t the plan, I know. But if it wasn’t for you, I wouldn’t be the person I am today. Being a single parent has to be one of the most difficult jobs on the planet because it is twice the work, twice the tears, twice the stress but also twice the hugs, twice the pride, twice the love. Moving to college and away from you, I have realized being raised by a single parent is one of the best things that ever happened in my life.

You taught me to never depend on someone else.

Independence is key. Thank you for that. Sometimes I wonder why I am so independent, but then I remember: It’s because of my mom.

You taught me that a heartbreak isn’t the end.

It’s actually just the beginning. Thank you from showing me that you can pick up the pieces and move on to bigger and better things. Things happen in life for a reason, and you have shown me that even the worst days lead to some of the best days of your life.

You taught me to never let a person walk on me.

You are the strongest person I know. I look up to you in so many ways, and I get my strength from you. Standing up for myself isn’t always easy, but I know you are the one person that will be standing behind me.

You taught me I have to make myself happy before I can make someone else happy.

Happiness works in weird ways. You have taught me happiness is found within ourselves, and the priceless things in life. It’s all about appreciating the little moments. Not everything great in life has a price tag.

You taught me that my dreams are most important.

I wouldn’t be able to conquer my dreams if it wasn’t for you. You push me to the best person I could possibly be, and it doesn’t matter where this life takes me, you will always be my biggest fan.

You showed me that everything becomes better with time.

We have faced some pretty tough days together. We have shed many tears, but if it wasn’t for those dark days, we wouldn’t be as close as we are now. You are my best friend, Mom.

You showed me what a real parent looks like.

One day, I hope to be an amazing mom just like you. Even through our toughest moments, you never walked away from me. You were still my biggest supporter when you didn’t know what tomorrow would bring. You have gone above and beyond. I am blessed to have you as my mom.

So here is the biggest “thank you.” I owe it all to you. This isn’t the life you dreamed of, I know, but you have to know that you are the reason why I grew up the way I did. You have taught me so much, and I couldn’t ask for a better mom. There isn’t a person on this Earth that could ever replace you, and I don’t know what I would do without you.

Love you.

Your Daughter.

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