Happy Birthday Mama

To my Mom.

Get out the tissues now.
You have been my best friend since adolescence. Your wisdom transcends decades and it has been a constant in my life. I don't think you are prefect- in fact that was a big moment for me in college when I realized you were also a person- not just my parent. I know you have hopes and dreams of your own. I know some of those have been passed on to my sister and me. Every day I am here, I keep you in mind to make you and Daddy proud of me. I am now in the best place I have ever been in my life. You gave me those tools- those roots. If not for you, I would have never gone to counseling. You taught me to look at life in a positive way. Yes, this life can be lonely and bleak, but with family close, it is always sweet. You taught me not to fight with those whom I love, because they are my most precious gift. Because you told me life isn't fair, I work hard everyday to have the life I want even when the very forces of Hell are working against me.
You tucked me in bed every night. You showed me you cared, that I was your most precious gift. You always made me feel welcomed, loved and wanted. I know there was much of my childhood when you were sick but you still made sure I had everything I needed and most of what I wanted.
I don't know a Mom that cared more about her daughters than you did. I have been blessed so much having you as my Mother. You honored me. You not only showed me love, but you cultivated my talents to such a degree that now, I get to use those talents everyday. I know how to love because of you. I am glad to call you Mother and friend. I can't wait to see what new things you get to accomplish. Because you never gave up on me, I can never give up on you and your hopes and dreams.

I love you!

Amy xoxo