20 Years Without You, Forever With Me
Twenty years ago, on January 15, 2005, my world was irrevocably changed when my beloved mother, affectionately known as Boo, passed away after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was the cornerstone of our family, the nurturing spirit who guided my brother and me with unconditional love and unwavering support. The day she passed remains the worst day of my life. It felt as though the ground had been pulled out from under me. I was left grappling with a pain so profound it defied words. Losing your mother is a heartbreak I would not wish on anyone. Even now, the ache of her absence is ever-present. Life hasn’t been the same without her. I’ve had to navigate so many milestones and challenges without her physical presence—moments where her…