Yesterday was Mothers Day. I woke up, ate breakfast, called my mother, thanked her for being awesome and then watched some TV. Similar to any other day of the week. On a day meant to pay tribute to all the mothers out there, I simply sent a card covered in flowers and glitter, hoping that that would be enough.

But is it enough?

As I write this article, I can't even begin to put into words all of the things my mother, my grandmother, my aunts, coworkers, teachers and even my peers have sacrificed for the sake of their children. My mother worked the midnight shift at Wal-Mart just so that she could stay home with my sister and me when we were little. Both of my grandmothers supported their husbands, all while staying home with their children. I've had coworkers who have sold their possessions simply to put food on the table. I have peers who had children young and had to face judgement and ridicule because of it. How is a $4 card I bought from Walmart ever supposed to express the gratitude that these women deserve?

To answer my own question, it's not. There will never be a piece of paper or a gift bag meaningful enough to thank these women for all they do. I could never put into words all the memories, the lessons learned and all the love I felt over the years. My mother, and all the other mothers out there, are strong, caring and filled with inspiration.

I would not be the person I am today without the beautiful women that have helped me grow and have helped me realize my full potential. I am 19 years old, yet there are often moments when I am overwhelmed and fearful of my future. This can almost always be solved by a simple call to my mother; a woman who is 2,000 miles away from me, yet never fails to send her unconditional love. I look up to all the women in my life, and I hope that one day I can be half the inspiration that they are.

So here's to you; all of the mothers, aunts, grandmas, and teachers out there. There will always be someone that looks up to you, and you shouldn't need a card to remember that.