My mother was always a very caring person and never let anything bring her down. She taught me to always be myself and to never change for anyone. My mother was always proud of me no matter what i did or how well i did it. She always gave me support in whatever i wanted to try ... whether it was gymnastics, cheer leading, or even trying out for basketball. i know that no matter what she always had my back and would always be there for me. i remember the times after school when she would sit out by the pool with me and read while watching me swim. She loved to read she would read everything and anything you put in front of her. Even a chapter book that i had to do a book report on and it was due the next day. I remember the fun we all had on family vacations and the laughs we shared. I will always remember my mom as a strong women and a loving and caring mother.

Kristen Pirozek Age 14