Mom,
Happy Valentines Day! I know you've been having a tough time lately, especially with work. I just want to let you know that I love you and that I'll always be here for you, even if I'm not close by. I just wanted to say, thanks for accidentally creating me, and putting up with my smartass ways, and driving me to school and helping me with my homework. Even though we had our rough patch you're still my mother and despite the fact that you're extremely vertically challenged, I'd still give you a hug anyway. Happy Valentines Day mom,

Your marine and son