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A Thank You Letter To My Parents

Because I owe you my life, after all.

Rachel Zsarnay
Mar 07, 2016
University of Toledo
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Mom and Dad,

I don't think there is a way sufficient enough to express my gratitude for everything you do for me. Thank you for always loving me despite it being difficult. For accepting me at the lowest points in my life. For being that solid foundation in rough waters.

I never grew up wondering if my parents would support me in a decision I made, or whether they would help me in times of need. I never went a day without knowing that I had two people rooting for me, or as my dad likes to call himself "your number one fan."

Mom, thank you for showing me the love of God. Thank you for always supporting me in all of my interests. Thank you for showcasing my talents. Thank you for the endless family dinners, shopping trips and the awesome birthday parties. You taught me so much; from how to dress to how to set the dinner table. You embody love and kindness; which are traits I identify with myself. Thank you for being a true example of a hard working woman for me. You always emphasized the importance of making something for myself, and never relying on others for something I can provide myself. You are independent and outspoken and I feel so lucky to model you in personality.

Dad, thank you for teaching me determination and generosity. Thank you for teaching me practicality. As I get older, the more I realize how useful being practical is. Thank you for passing on the good hair gene, and the skin that never burns in the sun. Thank you for teaching me how to ride a bike and how to drive a car. Thank you for teaching me how to save money, how to check the oil in my car and how to be resourceful. Growing up, I was always more like mom, but now I see more of your personality traits in myself. I am always finding new ways to make money, which you are no stranger to. Thank you for always knowing how to fix everything, and teaching me to never waste. You never held back showing love in every way you could, despite my mood swings. Thank you for that.

I'm in a transitional period of my life, as many college students are, but I am so lucky to have been blessed with the most wonderful earthly parents known to man. I mess up more than I like to admit, but my parents have never left me to fend for myself. They never dropped me, although they have had reason to. I not only owe them life, but I owe them many of my successes. Thanks, KZ and CZ, I love you both so much!

love,

Rachel

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