I will preface this by saying that this post has nothing to do with being in Japan.
My parents are amazing people. They are courageous and adventurous. They were and are great parents. They have made their daughters' happiness a priority and it is so selfless. They are a never ending source of encouragement. It's nice to know you have two cheerleaders on your team at all times, just a phone call away.
My mother is funny and full of joy and always the life of the party. These traits used to embarrass me but now I am so proud to be around her and call her my mother. I hope that I keep my youthfulness the way she has - I never want to become stuffy. She is stylish and creative and very intelligent. She believes that I can do anything and tells me so often. I couldn't ask for a better mother and friend.
My dad is the wisest person I know. But it is never intimidating wisdom - he knows just what to tell you and how to tell it to you so that everything makes sense. He is one of two people I know that hasn't met a person that doesn't like him. He has a way with people that is amazing to watch. He is so careful with people's emotions. Some of my best memories involve having coffee with my dad and simply talking about "stuff."
I love my mom and dad and I am thankful for the life they have given me. I have had so many amazing experiences that have shaped who I am. They have given me every opportunity to not only succeed in life but to be a good person. I owe them everything!
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Wow! I don't know what to say! Thank you very much for your comments. You are pretty amazing too. Keep up the good work, and continue to enjoy your time in Japan. We are very proud of you. Love from your Dad.
I am overwhelmed. Thank you for such a wonderful tribute. We took the little baby girl God gave us and mixed who we are with all that He had put into our wee small package. And of course, all that has, and still is, overshadowed by the Holy Spirit. I am constantly amazed by you; what a light you have and just keep on shining. Love you tonnes and tonnes, Mom
I second the motion!
Jen,
You are very fortuante to have parents like yours. They are very blessed to have a daughter like you.
Though I have often been inept in my relationship skills and definately delinqent in keeping up with folks, I have always appreciated your parents. They're delightful and very caring people.
All the best,
Jenn (Hanna) Cofer
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