I have a love hate relationship with Mother’s Day. In case you didn’t know, I found my biological mother when I was a senior in high school. So that was my very first mother’s day to actually know my mom. However, I really didn’t know her.
Fast forward 11 years. I still don’t really know her. I used to harbor a lot of hatred on my end. How could a mother not love their child. I never understood and still don’t have a clue why our relationship never worked out.
As I get older and the longer I go without her in my life, I have come to respect the mother’s who aren’t mine but love me like they are. To those mother’s I thank you. Thank you for choosing me and loving me.
The first one is Linda Keys. She is my caseworker. She has known me since I was 8. 22 years this month. She is one of the very few people who I know made decisions with my best interest at heart. She has been there when literally no one else was. I chose my college based on her. She lived in the same town. Linda I love you so much. I appreciate all that you have ever done and I am sure will do for me. You are a gem like no other. Doug to!
Kathy, you have taken me in more than once in the last 2 years. You welcomed me only knowing me by what your daughter had told you a few weeks prior. You opened not only your home to me but also your heart. You even made me a part of you family and allowed me to help you cook Thanksgiving dinner. One of my favorite memories with you!
Barbara, Momma, you have been my supporter from a distant my whole life. You tried to adopt me when I was a baby and have loved me ever since. I am so glad that I moved to Florida 5 years ago and got to welcome you into my life officially. I have gained some great laughs and great mems with you, sister, and emily!!
I am so thankful for all the race mom’s who have been very supportive and loving as well. I could not be more thankful for you beautiful ladies!
Love you lots,
Janet
