During mom’s initial days of cancer treatment, amongst dozens of medical appointments and scans, I tried my best to participate in day-to-day life, but was unable to be in a 'normal' way. Some days I'd just lay on the floor because that is all the strength I had. Her diagnosis challenged me physically, mentally and emotionally but then my mom didn’t take her “Mom” hat away! She helped us deal with her disease by being a Mom to us 🥲❤️ Mom, I want you to know: You are loved beyond your scars and insecurities. You are perfect. Cancer and your identity get tangled up so quickly – it becomes too strenuous to breathe as you choke down your fears, tears, your needs, your dreams. Those battle wounds are imprinted on your body … not your heart! You are a new creation, let the old fall away … grow! You have all you need … you are rich beyond belief! You are a priceless one-of-a-kind masterpiece!

I see the beauty in you and all that you encompass. You are a queen.

Give yourself grace! Laugh...