Dear Mom,

I know it’s weird that you’re suddenly getting a letter from me, but I hope it doesn’t make you worry! I’m just writing this because I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate you. Thank you for always being there whenever I needed you. Thank you for letting me cry in your arms without interrogating me about why I’m crying. Thank you for being right by my bedside each time I was sick. Thank you for making me laugh and letting me see how well humor can make me feel better. Thank you for being with me through every contest, quiz bee, sporting event, and school play. Thank you for you unwavering support in everything I do, even if I know you sometimes wonder why I’m into the things I’m into. Thank you for being an example of strength, love, compassion, sacrifice, and a thousand other things. Thank you for making me be the best person I can be. Add most of all, thank you for raising me even though I know it wasn’t easy.

Thank you for everything, mom!