I'm a believer that the ones we love should be constantly reminded of how much they mean to us on a daily basis and just how important they are in our lives. In the back of my head, I don't want there to ever be regrets, wish I would have said, hope they knew, if I had one more chance... I leave with a hug, an I love you, and never upset or mad.
Now, back to my mama. Growing up I never would have thought that my mom and I would be best friends. As a child, your mom is your mom, and that's what you see her as. But, as you grow up and thankfully mature, you may realize that she's more than just your mom, she's my sister I never had, my best friend, my daughter's "grammie", she's my confidant, she's the one who fights for me, who picks up the phone when I'm having a breakdown, or need to vent, she's the one who talks me through a rough day, or gives me advice on things you may not always want advice on. She's also the person who knows me better than anyone else on this Earth & without her I'd feel lost, but she's taught me strength that I also know I'd survive.
She's taught me to accept others, because after all, she's accepted me for all my quirks and "telling it like it is" personality. She's helped me see the brighter side of people and not to focus on the darker.
My mom is strong, caring and a hard-worker. She's showed me that you can be a working mom and that your kids will still thrive and succeed in life. And, at the end of the day, the quality of time with your children can be more important than the quantity. She's taught me that as a parent you no longer put yourself first, and that in everything, your children are number one. I feel that both my parents did this for my brother & I, and there is a part of me that feels guilty, but as a parent now, I understand why.
I can always count on my mom, for anything. I know she (& my dad) are my #1 fans and that they are always in mine & my family's corner!
I know our relationship may be rare and it may not be. I know there are lots of mothers & daughters who aren't as close as we are, who don't share the bond we do, and for our special relationship, I'm extremely grateful. I'd by lying if I said I didn't want this for Flynne & me someday. What a blessing, to be able to call my mom, my very best friend!
So, today, we celebrate mom (Grammie) and hope she has the best birthday yet! We all love you tons & are so grateful to have you as such an important part of our lives!
Happy Birthday!
"Every day's a holiday, celebrate just living"
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