Dear, Mom

 August 2nd, 2003, My life changed forever. I lost my mother that day. It has been a constant struggle since then. I talked to her about everything. We talked on the phone daily and shared everything. When she passed, a part of me went with her. However, at the same time another part of me came alive, and I feel that I needed to start my life in a way that she would have if she had lived. My mother was sick most of my childhood, so there were many things she was unable to do. I feel that I need to carry on in her stead. This blog is dedicated to her. It is a journal of my journey and it shares with her and others my joys, my inspirations and my experiences as I finish my last year at Dixie State. So many wonderful things that have happened since I started and I plan to continue to make amazing changes and live life to the fullest. I want to share things that make my life feel more complete, and maybe a way that I can inspire others to not let life's challenges stop them from making their life amazing.