Since I am going off to college in August, my mom and I decided to take a beach trip during the summer for some quality time. Cape May, New Jersey holds a special place in my mom's heart, it is where she grew up in the summers, and I even spent a summer or two down there when I was a baby. I decided that it would be the best location for us to relax and reminisce before I start the next phase of my life.

Talking about family, memories we have, and how much we have overcome throughout the years was such a liberating and relaxing time. Being able to talk to your mom and be comfortable telling her everything. It brought both my mom and me closer together and allowed us to spend some quality time together before leaving next month to be on my own.

I will never forget these memories that we have made during the short three days we spent in Cape May, from collecting rocks at the bay, getting sun on the beach and of course, as much skeeball as possible. The best part was that we got to let go of all the stresses of everyday life and spend quality time together.

I recommend everyone take a vacation or trip with their mom, it allows you to spend time with her and make some great memories that you will never forget.