Mom

Mom...

You've carried me through life and instilled in me, more than anything else, love. A love that's unconditional, a love that's never ending, a love that is so powerful we call each other at the same time. Who would I be without that... without you?

You've always given me everything, time, knowledge, help, support, attention, a shoulder to cry on. When there's no one left to talk to, you're still there. When I'm lost and afraid, you pull me up again and actually fix everything. No matter how much I grow or how independent I become, in the back of my mind I know I can still rely on you. No matter how long since we've seen each other or how many miles apart we are, you're still with me. Your beautiful face is always fresh in my mind as if I saw you yesterday. It always has been. I look up to you more than you'll ever know and only hope I have the strength and will to be like you someday.

I don't know exactly when, but somewhere during college our relationship blossomed. I grew up and we became friends. I can tell you anything knowing that I won't be judged or rejected. Even if you disagree, you'll try to understand and give me the time to talk like you always have. Even when you're busy at work you still say, "Yeah I'm busy, but I always have time for you." That means so much to me. Your constant devotion and unfaltering belief in me gives me the strength to do what I want to do and become who I want to be. You've always supported me and been my biggest fan. Having that support is irreplaceable. 

Because of you, I'm happy deep down to my core and I can love others around me. I wouldn't have the friends I do if you didn't influence me the way you have. Not to mention, my friends used to come over and sometimes hang out with you more than me. My best memories are sitting around the kitchen table, friends and snacks all around, just talking. And it's become better and better over the years. I love sharing my friends, sharing everything in my life with you and Dad, and I always will. Our family as a whole has affected me in profound ways I'm only beginning to understand. I think the balance of personalities mixed with all the love in the world has allowed me to find balance for myself. The environment you created for me as a child, the way everyone's roles weaved in and out, the unending love, has stayed with me to this day.

One of the greatest things about our relationship is our telepathy. I'm still working it out, but there's something greater connecting us. When you call, I was just about to. When I mention what I ate the day before, you ate the same exact thing. When I'm walking to the grocery, you are too. At least once a week this happens, and the list goes on and on. It's freaky, but it's amazing and it makes me feel at home.

You make me feel like no matter what happens, no matter where we are, I will always have a home. I love you so much, Mom.

Lym.

I know everyone's telling their mother how great they are today, but you really are the best one.