What if I never knew the love of being your mother? The thought brings an overwhelming sense of emptiness, a realization that without each of you, my life would be missing the greatest joy, the deepest purpose, and the most profound love I've ever known. Each of you, my precious children, has shaped me in ways I could never have imagined, and the love I feel for you is beyond words.
Kara, my daughter, my baby girl—you are the one who first made me a mama. From the moment I first held you in my arms, I knew my life had forever changed. You opened my heart to a love I never knew existed, a love that is boundless and fierce. Watching you grow into the incredible woman you are today fills me with so much pride. You have always been my trailblazer, the one who taught me what it means to love unconditionally, and I am so grateful for the beautiful journey we've shared together.
Justin, my middle child, my mischievous one—you are the one who is just like your daddy. Your spirit is wild and free, full of laughter and life. You’ve brought so much joy and adventure into our lives, always keeping us on our toes with your boundless energy and clever antics. You remind me every day of the joy that comes from living life to the fullest, and I see so much of your father in you—his strength, his humor, his heart. You’ve taught me to embrace the unexpected, to find joy in the chaos, and to love with a heart wide open.
Jacob, my baby, my sweet boy—the one whose soul mirrors my own. In you, I see a reflection of my deepest self, a connection that is unspoken yet profoundly understood. You have a quiet strength, a gentle spirit that resonates so deeply with me. You remind me of the importance of kindness, of listening to your heart, and of being true to who you are. Watching you navigate the world with such grace and wisdom fills me with an indescribable sense of peace and pride. You are my kindred spirit, the one who understands me in ways no one else can.
Without each of you, my life would be a shadow of what it is now. There would be no Kara to show me the way, no Justin to keep me laughing, and no Jacob to share in the quiet, soulful moments that bring me so much comfort. The love I have for you three is the foundation of everything I do, the reason I strive to be the best version of myself.
Kara, Justin, Jacob—you are my heart, my soul, my everything. Each of you has brought something unique and irreplaceable into my life, and I am eternally grateful to be your mother. What if I never knew you? I would have missed out on the greatest love story of all—the story of us, bound together by a love that is unbreakable, unshakable, and everlasting. I thank God every day that I have the privilege of being your mom, and I am so blessed by the joy, the love, and the light you bring into my life.