Mama Hsieh

While other moms worked day and night, you brought out the watercolors for afternoon paint sessions in the kitchen.

While other parents hired a nanny to unwind or take a day off, you always put us in front of yourself and took upon the job of being a single mom every single day.

While other moms gave up on music, you threatened to make us quit for not practicing but I know you kept us at it.

While other parents made millions, you played with kindergarten/pre-school-aged kids for close to no pay.

While other moms were scrambling for advice and a third party to improve their child, you were on top of it and instilled good values and joyful attitudes in your children.

While I shouted and complained, you stood your ground.

While I slacked off, you kept pushing me.

While we made fun of others, you rebuked us.

I want so much for you, Mom. I want you to have that perfect romance. I want you to have company when we leave. I want you to know that you did so well...you didn't fail with your children. I want you to know that your talent in art will always be admired. I want you to relax. I want you to learn how to use a computer and webcam so that we'll still have girl talk. I want you to be unafraid of adventure, because your children have kept you in PV for 18 years.

Your heart for others will always be valued. Your gratefulness for the world's beautiful things will always win over the ToDo Lists and worries. Your smile will always be your best feature. Your jokes will carry you in any situation. And the world will never see another mom like you.

Sweet Awakening.