A Birthday for the Woman Who Gave Me Everything

Today is my mother’s birthday, a day that carries more meaning than words can easily hold. It is a moment to pause and honor the woman whose love shaped my life long before I understood what love truly meant. She has been my first home, my quiet strength, and my constant guide through every season of life.

My mother taught me resilience without ever calling it that. Through patience, sacrifice, and endless care, she showed me how to stand back up when life feels heavy, and how to stay kind even when the world is not. Her hands built more than a family; they built safety, hope, and belief.

On her birthday, I don’t just celebrate the years she has lived. I celebrate the lives she has touched, the values she passed on, and the unwavering love that continues to guide me forward. Happy Birthday, Mom. May this day return to you even a small part of what you have given so freely all your life.