Mom, it's been 17 years since we've been together. I've waited my entire life just to see you, and to hold you, and to tell you that I'll always love you no matter what. I know that giving up a child is one of the hardest things a mother could ever do but I want you to know that it was the best thing you ever did for me. My life is full of joy, happiness, opportunity, and most importantly, love. Thank you for giving me life and thank you for giving me to family who could love me just as much as you do.