Dear Dr. Laura, 

My mother was a stay-at-home mom. It was a decision she and my father made when I was 3 years old. She made sacrifices to raise me. Growing up in the 90's, while in school, I was practically ashamed of the fact we were a one-income household. All the other kids' moms worked. How dumb was I. I was fortunate to have a loving mother at home, waiting for me once I got off the school bus. The other kids were shipped off to day care or to a nanny's house. 

My mom died when I was 19. I never got the chance to show her how much I appreciated what she did for me. I aim to show my gratitude by one day returning the favor should I be blessed enough to have children. 

Thanks for doing what you do. 

Kristine