Whether it’s your mother, father, sibling or friends, there is someone God put in your life that is an indescribable blessing. There are individuals, who you have known all of your life, and others you just met; they are people who make us smile when we think of them, laugh when we are around them, and bring us comfort and a peaceful heart. As Spring Break has finally arrived, I get to pack my bags and spend time at home with my mother, who is an impeccable blessing to my life.

Dear Mom,

There are no string of words that can fully share my love, admiration, and gratitude I have for you. There is no easy way to express how blessed I feel that God put you in my life. There are many years of laughter, fear, joys and sorrows that we shared, and this is my letter to tell you how much I appreciate you.

You are the one who understands what my dreams were when I was five, and helped me reach them. When all I wanted was to be a princess, you made me feel like a queen. I will never forget going out to eat with you while my older sisters were in school, and we would laugh uncontrollably. Brushing my hair in the morning and letting me choose which bows I would wear, often making me a crown out of flower clips.

I grew a little older and dreamed of becoming a model; you bought a camera and we had photo shoots. You always boosted my self-worth and confidence. Years of dance recitals and competitions, you were always there. Off stage you’d greet me with flowers and make me feel special. You showed me what it means to stand up for what you believe in, have self- confidence, and a giving heart.

When I was eight, you brought me to the hospital almost every day to help your mother recuperate. I loved Grandma and would not have ever wanted to be anywhere else. You lead by example on what it means to give your heart to someone unconditionally. Taking care of her and helping her get her lifestyle back. I will never forget “Baking Fridays” and “Girls Night In” that brought Grandma strength and all of us joyful times together. I learned that it is true: giving to others is the most satisfying feeling.

Through life’s grieving and delights, you are there. To this day, you support me as I follow my dreams in college. As I switched from major to major until I found the one that fit, on the nights I’ve interrupted your sleep so you could help relieve my stress, and the endless hours you spend on the phone listening to me babble each day, I couldn’t have asked for a better mother.

You always tell me that the best gift ever given to you is becoming a mother, and I can honestly tell you that the best gift the Lord ever gave me was having you as my mother. You are my mother, best friend and role model, and I love you.