I remember my mom combing my curly hair very careful every morning before I went to school. She didn't want to pull my hair because I cried. I remember my mom being very loving and brave. She raised all five of us on her own. She left my dad when I was 11 and never remarry to care for us. She always defended us against anything and anyone. Always told me my kids should always come first. I remember when my daughter was born; my mom was always there to help and guide me; I would get mad at her because she wouldn't babysit for me to go to the movies or go with my friends; she always told me "take your baby with you"; I would get very mad at her then, but I realize now that she did it to make me a responsible parent. My mom wasn't perfect, she had faults like any human being, but one thing is for sure. She always made sure we never went hungry or cold and always defended us from anyone that wanted to hurt us in any way. My mom and I had lots of fun and many adventures. She was my partner in crime; we did many things together; I never pictured my life without her; I thought she was immune from death; I thought she was superhuman; my mom was my hero and I miss her every second of every hour and every day. If I could have her back I would be a much better daughter and never get mad at her or say things I never meant, talk to her when she wanted me to sit down and talk; hug her and never let go of her. La amo mama!! Perdoneme y descanse en paz.