This is a hard one.....so hard to put into words...
Dear Mama and Daddy,
Wow, where does one start? I first want to start off by saying Thank You. Thank you for being the best parents. I know that growing up I questioned your decisions, fought back, talked back, did not agree, and thought you were the most strickest parents around. I know that I tried your patience and was a difficult hard headed individual. Now, that I am older and living on my own, I know that everything you did for me was out of love. You actually DID know what you were talking about.
It took me leaving Texas, especially my Plano bubble, to know how lucky I was with parents like yall. I am forever grateful of all the opportunities you were able to provide for me. I was a very well United States traveled child and I know the proper ettiquet for eating at nice restaraunts. This was not unual for our family. I knew what was expected of me and I am grateful for the good Southerm values instilled in me. I know that yall worked hard to give us such a fabulous childhood. I never had to go home to an empty house or be put into daycare. I only wish my kids would be as lucky. I have no student loans and to that I am most thankful.
You both have also set such a great example of marriage. I am honored to share your wedding anniversay. I just knew that was a special day and hope I will be just as happy in 40 years. You were both just great examples in general. I see more and more of both of you in my daily routine and mannerisms as I grow older. I know that I can come to you and talk about anything. I know in my early 20s I didn't call to confind and ask for advice as much as I do now. I am happy we have such a good relationship. I wish we lived closer but I know that you are always a phone call away.
I know if I can only be half the parent yall were to me, my kids will be lucky.
I love you both!
gosh, isn't it amazing how little we thought they knew and how much we think we know at this age? :)
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