"Like My Mother Does"

"When I love I give it all I've got
Like my mother does
When I'm scared, I bow my head and pray
Like my mother does

When I'm weak and unpretty
I know I'm beautiful and strong
Because
I see myself like my mother does
Like my mother does

I hear people saying
I'm starting to look like my mother does"-Lauren Alaina

I couldn't pick a better song to describe my mom and I.

**Yesterday was my BEAUTIFUL mother's birthday, so this blog is dedicated to her. Love you, Mom.**

Dear Mom,

Happy Birthday.

First of all, there are SO many things I could say to you. I could go on and on about how you are an incredible woman and the absolute best mom I could ever ask for. 

You have taught me what life is truly about. You have taught me how to be a good mom. You always, always, ALWAYS rise above all the negative and smile and move forward. You are the strongest person I know. 

T & I are beyond blessed to have you as our mother and I will be forever grateful for all you have done for me and how much LOVE you have given me. When I think about the type of woman I want to be, you are the first thing that comes to my mind. 

You have always told me that when I become a mother, I will finally understand why you did the things you did. And, guess what? I finally understand. I know my parenting skills pretty much match up with yours and that's how I know I am doing a great job with Canyon. You have raised me to be an incredible woman (yes, I'm bragging--because this is your doing). You couldn't have done a better job, honestly. 

I am thankful for every single thing you have taught me and all the things you STILL teach me. That's the joy of it--No matter WHAT, you will be there for me, I know that. It's the most comforting feeling in the world. You are my best friend. I tell you everything. I vent to you and you give me the best advice you can. I take your advice, even when I want to punch someone, and I am a better person because of that.

I've learned how to be strong--from you. I've learned how to be classy--from you. I've learned how to cook--from you.  :)  I've learned how to be completely happy with the smallest things in life--from you. I've learned how to fight for what I want--from you. I've learned how to be calm and gracious--from you. I hope you know how much of an impact you have had on my life. Again, I am so VERY blessed to have you as my mom. I wouldn't be where I am today, or even who I am today....without you.

I love you!

Love, 

Booka

P.S. Canyon is pretty blessed to have you as a grand-mother...EVEN IF you spoil him COMPLETELY.