Dear Someone Who Makes Life Easier,

Leaving for college has taught me that I took for granted everything you have ever said to me or done for me. When I was still living at home, I didn't talk to you about the things I talk to you about now. Don't get me wrong, we had a great relationship then, but I feel like now, it has just escalated to levels I never thought were possible. Calling you every other day from my dorm room has come to be something that I look forward to. You make things SO much easier like when I'm stressing about making new friends or finding somewhere to eat or asking you what I should wear to school. I miss being able to come home after work and hearing you say, "Hi Princess," even though you could be dripping with sarcasm.

I have cried in your arms so many times and even though you aren't one for hugs, you always make an exception for me. I've cried over boys, and you always tell me, "You didn't do anything wrong," even if I did. I cried over guard being over and you cried with me, since it has become such a norm the past 4 years. Sometimes, you tell me things I don't want to hear, but I know you wouldn't say it if it didn't benefit me in the future. I tell you absolutely everything, even if is something YOU don't want to hear. You being my mom has been such a blessing in disguise. When I was younger and you didn't let me get my way, even with stupid stuff, I'd wish I had a different mom, but now that I look back, I wouldn't WANT anyone else to be my mom. Who else would I talk to about Shameless? Who else would tell me what hair color looks best on me? Who else would want to take selfies with me even when I'm not feeling it? Who else would send me random emojis? No one. I thank God that He chose you to be my mom. I was blessed since birth and I will continue to be until my last breath.

Love,

Your Princess <3