Cape's are always in fashion

   What defines a hero?  Do they wear a cape or fly down from tall buildings to save a damsel in distress?  Or do they simply save the day with other super powers?  We all grew up with similar visions of heroes, including Batman, Superman, or even Spider man.  But who is your hero today?
   My hero is my mother.  No she is no celebrity nor does she have super strength or even laser beams shooting out of her eyes.  She had defied all odds and beat all statistics against her.  She came from a downgrade broken home, where she was belittled and treated less that respectful.  She left home soon before graduating high school and set out to fulfill her dreams.  Now you may guess that she soon fell to drugs and alcohol due to her upbringing, but no she proceeded to accomplish her goals.  And now I can say that she is the most powerful, loved, and respected woman that I know.  No matter what, she has and always will be there for anyone and everyone who needs help of any kind.  Not only is she a loan officer and Vice President of a Bank,  she sits on the chamber of commerce in her local town as well as the President of the School board.  She proudly juggles work, meetings, and a home life while never forgetting to prove she can do it.  I present to you.... My mother.

    I hope, wish, and pray that I could become half of what she stands for in my life.  I know without her, I couldn't be as strong or as driven as I am today.  When my goals/ dreams come true, it will be because of the passion and drive that I acquired from her.  And for that I thank you now, as well as thank you for the future you have given me.  I love you mom.