I Love You, Mother
Mother, you have always been to me
a blessing and an inspiration,
giving me security within your love.
I know that I do not always follow
the path that you might choose.
I realize how much you wish to save me
from the hurt of life,
wishing for me to make only wise choices.
Your pride in me is one of
my most valued treasures,
and when you are disappointed in me,
I hurt, too.
You have taught me through
love and experience
those things that make me who I am
and give me the strength to believe in myself.
You have shown me my ability to fulfill
that potential we all have.
I may not always choose the easy path,
and I may sometimes be wrong,
but I have learned to make my own decision,
based on what I believe is right at the time -
realizing that time may change my decision.
Though you may not always understand
my actions or my deeds,
please know in your heart and soul
that you, dearest Mother, are important to me.
Regardless of the path I walk,
I will always respect your judgment,
though I may not always accept it as my own.
I love you, Mother, and I only hope that
I can give to others as much of myself
as you have given of yourself to me. ››To the Best Mother of All
If I had to pick one thing about you
that makes you so special,
I don't think it would be possible.
I couldn't begin to count
the number of times
you tolerated my moods,
consoled my heartbreaks
and disappointments,
endured my ups and downs,
listened to words confused by tears,
and just simply understood
for no other reason
than because you love me.
The years hold precious memories,
but most of all, they hold growth.
In a way, we grew up together.
There' s still some growing left to do,
but one thing becomes more clear to me
with each passing day,
and I hope you know:
there's no other mother like you,
and I love you very much. ››
My Perfect Mother
Your heart is big. Your love is pure. You want the best for me and care about everything I'm going through. You often put my needs above your own and overlook my mistakes. You love me without condition. Whatever I am and whatever I do is okay with you. You accept me… all of me. You're more than I could have ever hoped for in a mother. You're my perfect mother, and I'm so thankful for you.
You're always there: to hear my complaints, to share my joy, to feel my pain, to listen to my latest adventure, to advise me, to cry with me and hope for me and laugh with me, to forgive me when I do something dumb.
I've never heard a harsh word from you that wasn't justified. I've never seen selfishness from you… only a mother who gives her love freely, happily, joyfully, and perfectly.
If I looked the world over, I could never find a mother more perfect than you. If I could choose anyone at all for my mother, I'd choose you. I'm so lucky that God put me in your family and gave me you for a mother. After all, I wouldn't be me, without you. You're my perfect mother, and I love you and appreciate you more than I could ever express. I hope and pray that you're happy and that your every dream comes true. I pray for your perfect health and unlimited joy. ››
Mother, I Am Filled with Love for You
When I was a child, I knew
that I could always count on you.
I could bring you my troubles,
and you'd make everything okay.
When I was a teen, we didn't
always see things eye to eye
and we had our share
of disagreements.
But I never doubted your love.
When I become an adult,
we became friends.
I still knew I could count on you,
even though you couldn't
always fix my troubles anymore.
I also began to realize
the sacrifices you had made for me,
and all the sleepless nights,
worries, and stress
I caused you.
And I want to thank you
for always being there for me.
I appreciate you
and the constant, unconditional love
you always give
as my mother... and my best friend. ››
With Love to You, Mother
I've changed a lot throughout my life,
always learning a little more about myself
and the world around me.
The challenges were interesting
and sometimes overwhelming,
but I always believed in myself enough
to get me through the hard times.
One of the things
that I've come to know now,
after all those changes,
is that I never once doubted
whether you'd be there for me
if I needed you.
And there were many times
when I did need you,
and you were there.
When I was headstrong and defiant,
you watched me strive for my independence,
knowing life's lessons are best learned
through personal experience.
When I was self-centered,
you watched me discover on my own
a broader outlook on life.
I came to understand life on my own terms
and to appreciate you even more
by the example you set
and the lifestyle you've lived.
Having your unconditional love in my life
has made me feel secure and loved,
and that is the greatest gift
any parent could ever give. ››
