Dear Mom

Thank you for…

* sending cards just because
* teasing me because I can’t eat bananas in the morning and reminding me not to take myself too seriously
* bringing over a bottle of wine & box of Kleenex and listening to me sob all day over broken dreams
* adoring my children and making them feel so special & important to you
* being a fantastic cook & treating us to phenomenal holiday meals
* treating my husband like one of your own sons
* being a constant source of support
* helping me stumble through my first few months of motherhood
* dropping everything to be available to help whenever I really need you
* encouraging me to try new things
* never missing a dance recital or band concert
* being the very best example of what a mother should be and giving me a goal to strive for

I once read somewhere “the best compliment I could receive is: you are just like your mom”. How very true. I feel so privileged to grow up with you as my mother. There are no words to describe my gratitude towards you for all you do. You are a beautiful person inside & out. Your kindness & generosity shine brightly. I am so proud to have you as my mother. I hope someday my children are able to think of me as highly as I think of you.

To the women I admire most in the world: HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!

Love Always,

Your Daughter