Sunday, May 13, 2012

Mother's Day Letter

Dear Mom,
I want you to enjoy this day to the fullest. savor all the moments like you were a child chasing a butterfly.

I want you to know just how special you are. The photo is a captured moment probably never to be repeated.

Mom I am grateful for everything you have given or done for me but here is my short version list.

I am grateful for:
You gave me my life.
You took care of me as a child when healthy or sick.
You were there for the little events as well as the big events.
You sat in a freezing grandstand to watch me play football.
You demanded to the baseball league for them to get me a uniform when they said they were out.
You tolerated my tumultuous teen years with patience and support.
You taught me the power of forgiveness.
You showed me the direction for living life. (Mine just turned a corner from yours.)
You always gave unconditional love to me.
You share a piece of you own heart with everyone you meet.
Most of all you taught me to be me and while I do not think I am perfect, I am on a path you set the markers on and it is a good path.

Thank you Mom,
love from your son,
Johnny