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An Open Letter To My Fantabulous Mother

Just a little token of appreciation for my mom.

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An Open Letter To My Fantabulous Mother
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The bond between a mother and her child is like no other. The bond between a mother and her daughter grows as life goes on. The bond between you and I grows each and every day I am away from you. As I experience a new chapter in my life as a young adult, I recall why I am the way I am; because of you.

I don't think I will ever be able to thank you enough. You have given me anything and everything I could and would ever want in a well-rounded life. And we both know I am not talking about "things". We both know that the most important things in life aren't things. When I was young you always made sure to reiterate that saying in which hangs above our sofa in the family room. This sign was a daily reminder that friends and family are always valuable, but things lose value over time.

A mother's love is endless, meaning it lasts forever. Your love is spread with every step you take, every smile you make, every back you scratch, and every keppie you kiss. Mom, you show your love for your children each and every day. I have never seen someone love their children more than you do. You drop everything for us, and I want you to know I would do the same for you. Going away to school has made me realize your love is the best medicine, your voice is my favorite song, and your messages are my favorite short stories.

You inspire my life each and every day. I love when you send me a cute, motivating Bit-Moji before class. Waking up to a text from you always makes the day. I make sure to smile and say hello to people I pass on campus just because I know you would encourage me to try to do that anyway. Whenever I do meet someone new, I think about how happy you would be for me. You are always excited to hear about my day and check in to see how my classes are going. When I hear your voice over the phone, I can see your big smile and this reassures me that I am doing my job of making you proud.

After being in school for about a month, I now know how much I appreciate you and Dad, and all you have provided for me in all aspects of my life. I want you to know that I appreciate you, and I do apologize if there was ever a time I made you feel unappreciated. Without a role model like you, I wouldn't be the accomplished young lady I am today.

This was one token of my appreciation for you,

Sydney Rachel

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