The Greatest Woman I Know

Although most of you are probably expecting some random, deep blog or even a blog about how prom is tomorrow (:)) I am switching things up. Tonight I am going to write about my mom..
I don't think she realizes how many lives, young and old, she has touched. Being an aid in her classroom this year has allowed me to witness that first hand. Her desk is full of well-deserved "I love you Mrs. Gillund" notes, colorful drawings, and other results of the first grade creative mind. Even kids that have the most behavior problems come up to her randomly in the middle of the day to give her a hug and tell her how pretty she is or how much they loved her. Though she makes a difference in every one of her student's lives, and though they all completely adore her and her fun and kind teaching style, I have got to see first hand how she has touched one little girl's life. This little girl comes from a rough home, and although she is tiny and adorable, she has had many behavior issues. But throughout the year I have watched how my mom handled these problems, and how, slowly but surely, this little girl is developing a sense of right and wrong in which she has learned from my mom. I believe that if my mom had the chance to be her teacher until she graduated, that little girl would most definately become a model citizen.
My mom is a fantastic teacher. I've heard many cases where parents will wait to move from Sunburst just so their child can be taught by the infamous Mrs. Gillund. She is a truly one of a kind, enthusiastic, kind, patient, and compassionate teacher. She has given me the inspiration to continue my education in the field of Elementary Education, and I hope to be half as great a teacher as she is.
Not only is my mom a great teacher, but she is also a great friend. Though she devotes 99% of her time to her family, she would do anything for any one of her friends, no matter what. She has modeled for me how to be a great friend my whole life.
My momma is a great mom to my siblings and me. Whether it is showing up to events (no matter how pointless it may seem to us), helping us out financially, listening to us complain, giving us advice on how to deal with conflicts, or just holding us when we need to cry, if it wasn't for her, I don't think any of us would be the people we are today. I am very proud of my relationship with her by the fact that I tell her everything. Not many teenage girls are willing to share everything with their mothers. But that is how cool, fun, understanding, and kind my mom is. She and I have an almost constant banter that drives my dad nuts. But to us it just proves how alike, and close we are. She is the first one my sisters and me come to when we have happy news or when we need someone to help us through a tough time.
I could go on forever, but for now I will end with this. I thank God every day for the amazing mom that I have. She is kind to everyone, stronger than anyone I know, and a great influence on everyone around her. She is the greatest woman I know.
I love you, Momma. <3