Dear Mother,
"As mothers and daughters, we are connected with one another. My mother is the bones of my spine, keeping me straight and true. She is my blood, making sure it runs rich and strong. She is the beating of my heart. I cannot now imagine a life without her."
-Kristin Hannah
This is more true than anything I have read. I know this may come as a surprise, but I need to take the time to really sit down and thank you. Its been a hectic nineteen years, and I wouldn’t have it anyway.
If I could define mother, it would go something like this:
Mother:
Synonyms: Superhero, amazing, loving, caring…
Way more than just that though. You have been my best friend when all else failed, my mom when someone needed to tell me I was wrong, and the person that I see myself in.
And there is no one else in the world I would rather be than you.
You’ve taught me to believe in myself. I can take the first step in anything in life, to lead myself out into open waters, especially since college started. When you had held back when it was time to leave, you peeked your head in and saw me starting to cry. Instead of just saying bye and leaving, you wrapped your arms around me and tried to laugh, saying "It's okay, you are going to be great." Throughout college, your voice has echoed through my head; Not just giving simple words of encouragement or praise, but also giving opinions in decisions I make everyday.
Mom. You’ve done many things for me , more than I could ever ask for and more than you would want me to restate in this letter. So, in short and sweet words, thanks mom. I could have never done this without you.
