Dear Mom,

I wanted to take some time to let you know how just how special you are to me. I feel so lucky that you're mine and I genuinely don't know how I would make it through this crazy life without your love, guidance, and support. These are 15 reasons (out of so many) of why I am thankful for you.

1. For being my #1 fan and supporting me no matter what.

2. The singing at the top of our lungs car jam sessions.

3. Always answering my 2a.m. freak-out phone calls.

4. Driving me and picking me up from my friend's houses at all hours of the night (before my license days).

5. Wiping my tears and reminding me that what's meant to be, will be.

6. Being my therapist, shopping partner, ponytail hair stylist, and frozen yogurt buddy.

7. Teaching me how to be strong and stand up for what I believe in.

8. Helping me make the final decision on a nail polish color.

9. For constantly saying exactly what I need to hear in that moment.

10. Making me laugh no matter how bad my mood is (and we both know they can get pretty bad).

11. For putting that extra $20 on my debit card because you knew I desperately needed it.

12. For making me feel beautiful whether I was covered in mud from a soccer game or on my way to prom.

13. Patiently dealing with me when I give you a hard time and knowing I don't mean it.

14. Listening to me when I ask you 100 questions about a ridiculous topic, and answering every single one.

15. Showing me constant love every single day.

Love you to the moon and back 1000 times mom.