My Mother.

"Thank you for not aborting me.
Thank you for not giving me up.
Thank you for not leaving me behind.
Thank you for sharing all of your crazy stories.
Thank you for loving me.
Thank you for teaching me..
..to be strong
..to fight
..to never give up
..to love unconditionally
..to hug
..to care for others as deeply as you do
and so much more.
Thank you for knowing when I need you even if I resist.
Thank YOU for being MY mom. :')
I truly, truly could not ask for anyone better suited for such a high role in my life than you.
I love you, Christy Marie Wilkerson!!! <3"

My mother was 16 years old in January when she learned she was pregnant.

She turned 17 later, in March, and had me in September.

Even when she couldn't physically support me, she was always there for me; she always loved me.

And I know that with each passing day that that love grows and grows.

I honestly don't know who I would be if I did not have her in my life.

I love you, Mom! <3