As Children, you were there for us always. You held us when we needed a gentle hug; you listened when we needed so much for you to hear. You taught our family precious values to live by and guided each one of us through childhood. We find ourselves remembering back over those precious years with such a tremendous amount of love and respect in our hearts for you.
As Adolescents, we realized that although we went through feelings of joy, laughter and tears..... you were there to share these times. You must have realized that we would grow through our experiences; that we would find the ability within ourselves to make the choices in our lives that have made each of us into what we are today.
As Adults, we feel such a deep admiration for you. We have become the persons we are because of your love and dedication as a MOTHER and FATHER. The years you dedicated to raising us will be a precious gift that we will hold in our hearts forever.
As Your Friends, we consider ourselves Blessed to be a part of your lives. Your friendship has been the ultimate gift a Mother and Father can give to their children who have grown. You are so very precious and we want you to know today, how very grateful we feel for the privilege of having You as.....