It's been a year since you left this world mom and I miss you every day! I think of you in all that I do. I even made your favorite, Chicken and Dumplings! I realize that, as the days go on, I am so much like you. I understand you more, I appreciate you more, and I love you more. I wish that I could call you and tell you about my day, or Matteo, or my trip to Hawaii. There is so much going on in my life, and although I can't call you and talk on the phone, I know you are here with me and that gives me comfort. Even writing here and lighting a candle for you helps me feel a little bit closer to you. I love you, Mom xoxo