The person that I have been closest to the longest is also the most important to me. Let me introduce you to the wonderful woman above, my mom. For obvious reasons my mom has known me the longest out of anyone in my life. She is not only but my mother but my best friend. We are one in the same and I wouldn’t have it any other way.There is no way in the world I could be the person I am today without her by my side. She has supported me through rough times, encouraged me, and always loved me unconditionally. I admire her strength, courage, and confidence. I can only hope that Toodie and I have the same wonderful relationship when she is older.