My Mom

I thought I'd take a minute to tell you about one of the most important people in my life. First of all, I have the BEST family in the entire world. Now I know everyone says that, but I really mean it. I am an only child so our little family has always consisted of me, mom, and dad. And I don't think it's humanly possible to have had better parents or a better upbringing than I have. I know I don't tell them enough, but they are my bestest friends and the most reliable, loving, supportive people I've ever known. I only hope I have and continue to make them proud because I know I am a reflection of them, and they deserve to be shed in the best light. Thank you mom and dad for being the best.parents.ever.

When I was in highschool, my mom was diagnosed with cervical cancer. She fought hard, went through rigorous amounts of treament, and came out cancer-free. Throughout it all, she never lost her smile or upbeat personality. My mom has once again had a rough couple of years of late. After I went to Virginia Tech, my mom found a job she loved, enjoyed, and was incredibly talented at doing. About 2 years ago, she had to have back surgery due to some nerve damage and unfortunately had to quit her passion. No one could have handled the dissapointment she must have felt with a bigger smile or better attitude. She truly is the strongest person I know (although, my Dad is right up there for the way he's always taken care of us both, through good and bad). This past month, my mom hasn't been feeling very well. Last Sunday, she ended up taking a trip to the ER. They found her to be severly anemic, with some blood clotting and a great amount of fatigue and weakness. The doctors have helped get her on several meds to help her get well, and she will hopefully be going home tomorrow (unfortunately, without a cause determined for her symptoms). Throughout everyone my mom has been through in her life, she has never deterred from loving me, supporting me, helping to take care of my dad and dog. She has maintained great friendships and never, EVER takes pity on herself. I can only hope to be as strong and resilient as she is in the future. Please take a moment and pray that everything works out well for my mom and she is back in good health in no time. No one deserves a break more so than her... I love you mom!