Dear Mom...

Dear Mom,

Through all my dumb teenage years...

 You would always say this to me, whenever you would have to set me in line:

"I am doing this because I love you, and because I am your mom. And that's what a parent's job is...to protect you, and to teach you what is right and wrong. One day we will be the bestest of friends and I can't wait for that day."

 I appreciate and admire you so much for standing up to be the parent when you needed to; so we can be the best friends we are now.

Thank you for:

Showing me what a healthy & happy marriage looks like.

Exemplifying hard work, compromise, and love.

Making me laugh and knowing exactly what to say to make me feel better.

Supporting & encouraging me to pursue what I love.
Encouraging me to be healthy, to exercise, and to love my curves.
Being a stay-at-home mom, so I could come home to you everyday.
Supporting a great self-esteem & confidence in Evan, Jesse, and I. 

Being creative and sharing your skills & talents with me.

Helping to take care of me after my surgery, both mentally and physically.

Threatening me to clean the toilets if I was ever mean to my brothers. 

They are my best friends and it's because you helped to encourage those now irreplaceable relationships.

Finally, thank you for being the strong & amazing woman you are.

Love you mom.

Happy Mothers Day!

Sincerely, 

Your favoritest {and only} daughter,

Brianna