My Mom
Dear Caitlin,
I doubt I tell you enough how very much I like you and love you (yes, at the same time). I like your movie reviews, your oft-expressed opinions on nearly every subject, your choice of friends and your willingness to lend a hand. I love your loyalty, your often twisted humor, your sense of self, your imagination and creativity as well as your perseverance against the odds. I am particularly proud of how you managed the challenges posed this year in your relationships. There aren't many people who would have responded with your true sense of love, forgiveness and resolve and then make a friend out of the remains. You are a very special woman and I am certain that in the year to come you will receive even more loving joy than in the past.
I am so glad you are home for the holidays. I know one of these years I will surrender you to another family for these special occasions, but I am delighted that you are here now. You are very precious to me, and though you may not be aware, I enjoy every minute you spend with me.
I love you, Mom
I doubt I tell you enough how very much I like you and love you (yes, at the same time). I like your movie reviews, your oft-expressed opinions on nearly every subject, your choice of friends and your willingness to lend a hand. I love your loyalty, your often twisted humor, your sense of self, your imagination and creativity as well as your perseverance against the odds. I am particularly proud of how you managed the challenges posed this year in your relationships. There aren't many people who would have responded with your true sense of love, forgiveness and resolve and then make a friend out of the remains. You are a very special woman and I am certain that in the year to come you will receive even more loving joy than in the past.
I am so glad you are home for the holidays. I know one of these years I will surrender you to another family for these special occasions, but I am delighted that you are here now. You are very precious to me, and though you may not be aware, I enjoy every minute you spend with me.
I love you, Mom
I didn't read it out loud because I knew mom would cry, and then I would cry. My mom is my best friend -- it needs to be said. I know I'm very lucky in that. She has always been one of the most hardworking and heroic figures of my life. I love her so, so much. I don't think I would've made it this far in my life without her.
Moms -- talk about relationships with your mom, people who played that role, or even just women you look up to in your life.