I never check my pockets for loose change and receipts when I put them in the wash. I tend to take out my bad days on those around me. When other people tell me to lose hope, I do. I’m not brave every day. I can be stuck up. I think of myself first. I can’t cook a meatloaf. I can’t smile when I’m upset.

There’s far too many reasons that she is the most amazing, beautiful, talented, funny and charming person on the planet, and for those of you that don’t know her, just know that she is the reason I’m here today, in more ways than one.

I love you Mom, Happy Birthday!