For me, my mother is my role model- the woman I look up to. Everything I know and everything that I’ve become, I owe it to that woman. On my bad days, she's constantly reminding me that it will be alright and to just breathe. On my good days, she's congratulating me or smothering me with hugs and kisses. She's the one to tell me that I’m beautiful when I talk about my flaws. She's the woman that pushes me to do my best when I’m overwhelmed with college papers. She’s one that loves me unconditionally no matter if I fail or succeed.

Mom, thank you for all the life lessons and constant reminders. Thank you for loving me no matter what and telling me that you do every chance you get. Each day you're there for me when I need words of wisdom or simple life advice. You've taught me that life goes on and to be myself. You've told me how I can be an independent woman and how to feel confident in a tight dress. As you feed me with daily guidance, I feel like you sometimes lose yours, and I’m sorry I forget to return the favor. Below is a list for you- a list that I fall short of telling you, but one I need to make sure you know.

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An Open Letter To My Mom On Her Birthday

Dear Mom, I Hope You Know

1. You're doing great
2. The house doesn't always have to be spotless
3. It’s ok to spoil yourself
4. You can sleep in on your day off
5. Take care of yourself
6. Put yourself first
7. Travel more
8. Don't put back that thing you wanted when you get to the register
9. Wear a dress if you want to wear a dress
10. Wear sweatpants if you want to wear sweatpants
11. You're beautiful either way
12. Crank up your favorite song in the car
13. Again, you’re doing great
14. Don't stress over the little things
15. Like me not picking up my phone
16. I was in the shower
17. Forgive people who have hurt you
18. Find God
19. It’s not too late to do what you love
20. Go to yoga if you love yoga
21. Go to kickboxing if you love kickboxing
22. Find a hobby
23. Just make time for yourself
24. Stop expecting that people will change
25. I’m always here for you
26. I’ll always love you
27. Even when I’m moody
28. You’re beautiful on the inside
29. You’re beautiful on the outside
30. It’s ok to ask for help
31. You don’t always need to have your shit together
32. It’s ok to say no
33. Just not to me
34. I'm kidding
35. It’s ok to say yes
36. Welcome new opportunities
37. You’re still young
38. But too old to force relationships
39. Or friendships
40. Smile more often
41. People appreciate you
42. I appreciate you
43. The past can not be changed
44. Stop looking at the pile of laundry
45. Life will go on
46. Go out and dance
47. You're strong
48. I’m lucky to call you mom
49. Do what scares you
50. Like skydiving
51. Stop trying to please everyone
52. You're good enough
53. Believe that you're good enough
54. You're never alone
55. I’d be lost without you
56. You're my best friend
57. I wouldn't be where I am today without you
58. Thank you
59. I love you
60. You're still doing great