I Am Who I Am Because Of You

by Miss Britt on May 11, 2008

Mom and Britt

Because I was convinced at 13 that you were the worst mother in the world.

Because at 16 I didn’t need anymore friends – STAY OUT OF MY LIFE ALREADY!!

Because you sat with me in the waiting room of the Women’s Health Clinic, and didn’t push me about why we were there.

Because you laughed when I got my tongue pierced, and didn’t roll your eyes when I showed you my tattoos.

Because you only yelled once when you learned you’d have to give up your dreams for me.

Because you walked the halls of Allen Hospital with me and stood in the corner when they passed the baby around.

Because you let them walk me down the aisle, but stood up alone when it was time to give me away.

Because you told me moving was a great idea, and hid your tears when I drove away.

Because I wake you up at 6:45 every morning so that we can talk on the phone, although you’re not a morning person.

Because you’ve been there when it mattered, and stood aside when it mattered most.

Happy Mother’s Day Mom.

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30 Comments so far

  1. Little Miss Sunshine State May 11, 2008 12:05 am

    Good Moms Rock.
    And I see where you got the good looks!
    Happy Mother’s Day

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  2. Winter May 11, 2008 12:14 am

    What a great picture. It’s wonderful that you have one of the good moms. Even more wonderful to see that you cherish her. Happy Mother’s Day.

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  3. Stephanie May 11, 2008 12:15 am

    You look so much like you momma!
    Thanks a lot, Adam’s blog made me laugh, now you made me cry and miss my momma…I should never read blogs when I’m half-lit. Off to drunk-blog…Happy Mother’s Day Britt! Beautiful post!

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  4. Sheila May 11, 2008 12:26 am

    aw! this is great!!

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  5. Sleeping mommy May 11, 2008 12:36 am

    Happy Mother’s Day Miss Britt and Britt’s Mom.

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  6. flutter May 11, 2008 12:49 am

    You guys are adorable

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  7. Fantastagirl May 11, 2008 12:52 am

    Happy Mother’s day to you both!

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  8. DCup May 11, 2008 12:59 am

    What a lovely tribute to you mom.

    Happy Mothers’ Day to you both!

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  9. Mary May 11, 2008 1:17 am

    “Because I was convinced at 13 that you were the worst mother in the world”.

    You could be my daughter! But she’s 14.

    Happy Mother’s day to your Mother!

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  10. hello haha narf May 11, 2008 1:52 am

    not sure if i can get through a comment without crying. took everything i had to get through your post without leaky eyes.

    britt, i love that you can appreciate your mom for the spectacular woman that she is now, before it is too late. it makes my heart happy to know that you two are friends and that you work on overcoming the mom – daughter dynamic. much love to you both on mother’s day. you both are wonderful women and terrific moms. happy day!

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  11. Selma May 11, 2008 2:51 am

    Two beautiful souls together. That’s what it’s all about. Love to you both. XX

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  12. Turnbaby May 11, 2008 2:59 am

    So very sweet and nice that you pay attention to making your relationship as mother and daughter a positive and special thing.

    Still gonna comment on Friday’s post;-)

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  13. To Think Is To Create May 11, 2008 4:50 am

    Love this…I’m feeling like I need to tell my mom more often how awesome she is, but glad I have today to tell her “officially”.

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  14. DutchBitch May 11, 2008 5:59 am

    Awwwww that is so sweeeetttt!!!

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  15. Britt's Mom May 11, 2008 7:23 am

    And to you, my darling.

    Who made the circle complete for me.

    Who taught me about love that stays.

    The only person on the entire planet for whom I would willingly “go shopping”.

    And who looks eerily like my own mom when you stick your little chin out.

    I would not be whom I am without YOU baby.

    I hope you realize that.

    I love you. I miss you.

    Thanks you.

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  16. avitable May 11, 2008 8:22 am

    Awww, very sweet.

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  17. Nat May 11, 2008 9:09 am

    Your mom’s reply made me cry. ;)

    Hope you both feel loved and cherished today.

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  18. Coal Miner's Granddaughter May 11, 2008 10:24 am

    Mothers who support and understand are the greatest!

    Happy Mothers’ Day Britt’s Mom!

    And Happy Mothers’ Day to you too Britt!

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  19. Trishk May 11, 2008 10:28 am

    Happy Mother’s Day Miss Britt and Nanna!!

    Love to you both!

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  20. Treasia May 11, 2008 10:45 am

    Happy Mother’s Day Britt. Your mother doesn’t look old enough to be your mother, more like your sister.

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  21. Hilly May 11, 2008 12:22 pm

    Very sweet :) .

    Happy Mother’s Day to you both!

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  22. Chrissy May 11, 2008 12:58 pm

    Great picture and very sweet words. It’s hard being away from my mom today. It’s the first time in 28 years!

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  23. greeneyezz May 11, 2008 2:34 pm

    Happy Mother’s Day to both you Britt and your mother!

    :)

    ~ZZ

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  24. sandra May 11, 2008 3:37 pm

    Fantastic post for a fantastic mom (and a belated ‘good to meet you’ from TC!)

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  25. Sodapop May 11, 2008 6:51 pm

    Fantastic post for mom!!! Made me cry! I miss my mom a lot. Hope you had a great Mother’s Day too.

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  26. Maman May 11, 2008 11:09 pm

    Can you promise me that my ungrateful spawn will love me like that? It was a bad weekend ’round here.

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  27. Robina May 12, 2008 10:56 am

    How sweet and how beautiful! I wish I had a mother like that!

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  28. neo May 12, 2008 11:46 am

    It sounds like you have a wonderful mother, unlike my controlling, backstabbing “mother”. Anyway, good for you.

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  29. Lynda May 12, 2008 4:23 pm

    Wow, your mom looks like she could be your sister. I hope she had a great day. What a wonderful tribute.

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  30. Anonymous August 23, 2008 3:08 am

    :angel: :evil: :nana: :martini: :wtf: :o mg: :nana: :kiss: :crazywife: :nana: :slaphead: :poke: :poke: :nana:

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