a letter to my mom (now that i’ve grown up)

I'm sorry, mom.

For all of the stupid things I do

that annoy you on a daily basis.

Biting my nails,

hugging you every five seconds,

talking your ear off;

I'm sorry.

And for the days when I feel like

no one loves me,

the days I doubt your heart;

I'm so sorry.

And I don't treat you badly on purpose,

I love you,

more than I show it.

I just have days when it feels like

the whole world is against me-

it's not your fault though.

If I'm having a bad day,

please don't assume it's your fault.

And if I don't make it as far in life

as you have,

it doesn't reflect on you-

I don't blame you for any of it.

Just know that I love you,

mom,

for everything you've sacrificed for me over the years,

and all the troubles you've gotten me out of.

I am eternally grateful.

Thank you.