Almost everyone believes that their mom is the best. They believe that they’re the luckiest kids in the world and simply couldn’t have anyone better. Although they believe that they’re right, I know they’re wrong. Because anyone who doesn’t have you as a mother definitely isn’t as lucky as I am.

You have been a source of support and comfort since the moment I was born. I have always felt I could confide in you, and I still do to this day. Though I may not always want to share my feelings, it’s a great relief to know that I have someone I can talk to. Not only that, but I know you’ll listen. Of course you’ll guide me, but you won’t pass unjust judgments. You’ve always taught me to tell the difference between right and wrong. However, because of you I also know it’s okay to make mistakes as long as I learn from them and become stronger because of it. You let me explore the world, but still kept me grounded. Even though I didn’t believe it back then, I now know that you were just the perfect balance of strict and flexible.

You are by far one of the strongest people I know. From your confidence to your professionalism, you put most men to shame with your strength. Though your life may not have gone along the path completely as maybe expected, you still continue to set bigger goals, creating a name for yourself with every step. I could never be more proud of your accomplishments, and you continue to inspire me every day with your intense drive. I want to better myself because of this. After my accomplishments, little or big, you are always one of the first people I want to share it with. I aspire to make you proud daily.

Everyone as their flaws, but you don’t let yours define you, turning them in to assets. When we clash and disagree, remember that I got my attitude and stubbornness from you. But I believe that I got my passion and love from you as well. I pride myself in telling people how hard working my parents are; how hard working you are. I have the privilege of having great role models to look up to, you being one of the most prominent ones. In all honestly Mom, you are an all around inspiration and beacon of light for me.

We may have our arguments and may not always see eye to eye on everything, but I wouldn’t replace you for the world. I know how much you care about me, and although I may not verbally express it, you have to know that I care for you just the same. Even though I may not always want to try on dresses for you or take selfies with you, it doesn’t mean that I don’t care. I love you, Mom.

Thank you for everything you do for me. The things written in this letter can never truly express just how much you mean to me. But at the end of the day, I really do feel like the luckiest girl in the world to have you as a mother.