Happy Birthday MOM!

My sweet mom would be 48 today! She passed away almost three years ago which was one of the hardest and yet most beautiful things I have ever experienced!

When my mom was told she had cancer, she had the most positive attitude about it! She kept that attitude throughout her whole battle! Even when she was in excruciating pain, constant nausea and unable to do take care of herself let alone her young children, I never heard her complain! She was the one comforting her family and friends, when she probably needed the comfort the most.

It was an honor to take care of my mom and some of my most precious memories. I learned a lot about my mom's character and what a sweet person she was. I realized how much I had taken her for granted when she was healthy.

My mom's battle brought our family closer than ever. I have the upmost respect for my mom who suffered so much and yet maintained a smile daily and my amazing dad who has kept my family grounded and positive about the whole situation.

I miss my mother more than ever! It was the hardest thing to say goodbye and knowing that was the last time I was ever going to be able to talk to her. It was extremely difficult planning a wedding without her. And it will be very hard when kids start coming... all those things that your mom should be there for, I dont' get to experience that! But I know there is a reason why she had to leave us when she did and I am trying to be ok with that.

So here's to you mom.... Happy Birthday! I love you!