My mom was truly one of my best friends and I feel lucky enough that I got to spend so much quality time with my mom over the years. From our shopping days, trips to the cottage, to just laying in bed all day watching Sabrina or Charmed. I loved that we could just spend the day together, sharing stories and talking about new crafts we want to try or places we wanted to travel to. It wasn’t always about going out, most days we just enjoyed crafting and listening to music.
I will always be thankful for the sacrifices she and Rick made, so that I got to live with them. My mom was always there for me, through school, boyfriends, parties and even travelling. It was always the three of us. It didn’t matter what I needed, she always had the right advice, or shoulder to cry on, she always did her best to make things right in my life. My mom also taught me how to stand up for myself and the things I love. She was such a passionate person herself, from her love of music, to learning new crafts, even going back to school to learn more. My mom never stopped. But most of all I would say she loved her kids. She was always telling us how proud of us she was. She always said she just wanted to see us happy, and to find someone who loves us, the way Rick loves her. The love Rick showered my mom in, taught me what true love really means. From the first day he's been in our lives Rick has shown us all nothing but love and support. He was there to break up mom and I when we just couldn’t see eye to eye, and he was always there to celebrate in the wins. To watch him embrace every new adventure my mom went on, from tarot reading to card making, he was along to support and encourage her dreams. He truly is her best friend and soul mate.
Most of all I will always be thankful to my mom for bringing me out of my shy shell & embarrassing the crap out of me. I may have hated it as a kid, but eventually I realized there was really nothing to be embarrassed about and to just enjoy life. My mom always lived life to the fullest and pushed us to do the same. From belting out her favourite songs while driving, to making sure I tried on dresses, so I could remember to be a princess even when I didn’t want to. My mom made sure I got to experience the fun things in life; like going to a Stevie Nicks concert on a school night, or taking me to New York City for my sweet 16, I always felt like a princess in training in my moms eyes. I will be forever grateful for all the memories I have to share.
May you be at peace.
I love you so much Mom.