Mom, thank you for loving me so strongly and unconditionally. Thank you for making me your gal and raising me the way you did. I am the strong, intelligent, holistic, loving mother because of you. You taught me how to love and to value myself. I will absolutely miss my #1 supporter but I know you're cheering me on from above. I love you, babe. Stay out of trouble and I'll see you later.

The few times we met, especially at Aisha’s wedding I always felt a special and loving bond, just because I cared so much for her baby Aisha I was special to her and her to me.

Mom, I miss you! You will always be my guiding light in times of darkness and trouble. Remember that agreement we had? That if one of us would find a way to make contact from the other side? Well making that folder fall from the top shelf and hitting me on the head... was that you? Good one! I love you, Mom! Now enjoy your real retirement.