To my mom

On this Mother's Day, I just wanted to let my mom know how much I love and appreciate her. Words don't do it justice, but she really is one of my biggest inspirations. I love my mom for a lot of things, some of which include the following:

• She is funny, like really, she makes me laugh really hard
• Her love of Diet Coke -- I think I appreciate this for a few reasons... maybe to jusify my own addiction, or just because she could care less what everyone else thinks
• Her love of the gospel, and how she has taught me
• The sacrifices she has made for me and my family
• How she loves my Dad
• Her dedication to staying healthy and in shape -- definitely helps me stay motivated (cause really, she could probably kick my butt)
• She is the best listener
• Always supporting me in my choices and aspirations in life
• For being my best friend

Thank you Mom, for everything you are. I hope that someday I can be half as good of a mom as you are to me.

I love you.