Mom,

I know I don't say them enough, the "thank you's", the "I appreciate you's"... it should be said every day because you are a wonderful mom, seriously.

Thank you for all the little things you do, they do not go unnoticed even if you feel like they do. I know how hard you work to make sure everyone's happy, healthy, and where they should be. (Doctors appointments, school, choir practice, baseball practice, dentist appointments, you name it.)

You played the role of both parents for most of my life. With that, you have shown me how to be more independent and strong myself. I would not be the person I am today without you, you have taught me so many valuable life lessons without even realizing it. You put me first for everything, no matter what. The sacrifices you made in order to make sure I am happy and am in the best possible place, is something I will always be grateful for.

In these last (almost) 20 years of my life, you have been my biggest supporter. No matter what I thought I wanted to do or try, whether it was a sport or something that seemed so not me, you always were there to support me no matter what. I want to thank you for always being my biggest fan in the crowd, I wouldn't want anyone else on my team.

Although at times it may seem like we are complete opposites, I catch myself doing things where I say, "Wow, I am definitely my mother's daughter"... Wait - there's no nex gen here??? Say what?? Oh, it's been about a week, I think it's time to color my hair now...

Thank you, mom, I appreciate you. Easy to say, not said enough.

I know you always say, "I'm your Mom, we can be friends later", but to me, you've been both this whole time.

Love you always,

Most.