New Stage in My Life

I can't help but think about you mom as my college life is coming to a close. There are so many things that I could never tell you, and I wish we could just be silly and chat as we did when I was younger. My life back then was so boring compared to what I have experienced since you've been away. So many good things have come into my life and I hope to share them with you some day.

Graduation is approaching in just 6 weeks, can you believe it?!? It's been such a roller coaster and I have enjoyed every second. Can you believe I made it out alive? It's actually hard for me to wrap my mind around. I feel like I still do things in my life to make you proud even if you aren't there to see them first hand. Your presence is still with me every step of the way and I wanted to say thank you. I couldn't ask for a better life and it's full of people I love and care about.

I was just telling my friend the other day how we used to get dressed up and go to hockey games, and how you used to let me wear make up when I was ten or eleven years old. I will always remember you as a natural beauty :) I remember how you always used to start up a conversation with a complete stranger just because you saw them as a friend. I notice myself doing the same thing and I always smile and think of you. Even though my memories fade, I try to cherish the moments that enter my mind and hope that every day brings something new that makes you rush back into my thoughts.

I wish you could be there to see me throw my cap and carry a big smile on my face, but I can just imagine what your face would look like after I walk across that stage, and that will be enough for me! I am going to miss your antics at graduation because I know you would be the loudest one there.

I wonder what your image of me is now when I come into your mind? Is it the image of me as a little girl with my wild hair or it me now? I guess however you think of me, always remember that I will think of you with a smile on your face, your mom jean shorts and old Kentucky Derby t-shirts, gorgeous tanned skin and your bleached blonde hair :) because that's you, mom.

I miss you everyday and love you.

-Baby Whit