On November 28th, 2013, my mother passed away. One year later, I cant help but think of all of the triumphs and tribulations that Ive endured within this time. Has it been easy without her? No, not at all. Sometimes, when I accomplish something, my immediate reaction is automatically to grab my phone and let her know - just waiting for those happy tears that she would ALWAYS get when she was proud of me. Those times, believe it or not, are the hardest. As you know, Thanksgiving was yesterday. Beyond just the getting together of family, its a time to say thanks for those who have helped you. I couldnt have made it through this year without the countless friends that have held me up in my dire times. For that, I can never repay you for what youve done for me. Id like to take a moment, however, to thank my dad. Ive always been a Mamas boy, but over the past year Ive come to realize how much hes done for me. Throughout the whole ordeal of my mothers illness and after it, hes always been there to listen to my struggles and lend an (admittedly stupid ;) ) joke to help cheer me up. Hes taken the role of both parents beautifully, and Im so proud and grateful for what hes done for me and my brother. So, I know I dont say it as often as I should, but thank you SO much, David Leach - for everything in the past, and for having you to lean on in the future. Im so grateful for what youve done for me. Oh, Mama. I just hope that you would be proud if you were around. Everything I do, everything Ive learned about myself, has all been towards giving back - just like you always wanted.
Posted on: Sat, 29 Nov 2014 04:31:07 +0000
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