Dear Hunter,

I just wanted to tell you that I love you.

Sometimes I wish I could hear you say those words to me.

I am trying to be patient, but it is hard.

You make me try harder to be good.

Because of you, I am more

kindly

soft-spoken

gentle

tender

compassionate.

You bring out the best in me.

You make me strong in ways that I am normally weak.

Thank you. I love you.

~Mom