Bonding with Mom by Sara Sanderson



Bonding with Mom by Sara Sanderson

I was a bad kid after high school. My senior year I met Doug, who, I thought, was the center of the universe. I started missing curfew, breaking promises, skipping classes and embarking on a lifestyle both deviant and exciting. You see, I was always resentful of my childhood. Raised as the middle child by an over-worked, under-paid, stressed out single mother, I felt like I never got to “have fun”. My siblings and I spent most of our pre-teen years in daycare while my mother worked 12-hour days.

After I met Doug, I got pretty out of control. A series of recent disappointments in my life led me to develop a toxic “I don’t care” attitude. Finally, my mom had had enough. I left home. My mom said she didn’t want to see me until I shaped up. I didn’t care. I had Doug and we had a fun life together. Slowly, I started to realize what I gave up. My mom would call me and say “I don’t want you to come home as long as you are with him.” I was upset that she would even put me in a position like that and it pushed us further apart. About a year later, Doug got hauled off to jail. I knew my mom wouldn’t want me back if my homecoming wasn’t sincere. I had to find a way to prove myself. I remember walking into the Armed Forces recruiter and saying “sign me up, I’m ready to go ASAP”. I signed my name by the dotted line and in 3 months I would ship out. I called my mom and told her I signed up for the military. She agreed to let me come home until I left.

For the next three months, I stayed with mom. I was just waiting to leave, so I had nothing to do all day. I would be home alone until mom came home from work around 5:00 PM.  This started to become my favorite time of the day. We would sit together every night and watch court-TV until she went to bed. It was during those times that we had many conversations about life and we discovered how similar we were. We realized that we both had the same views on politics, spirituality, love and almost every other major idea. We realized that, inside, we were like the same person. We even had the same exact birthmark in the same exact spot. I started to realize that what I was missing all that time wasn’t just a mom, but a best friend. Needless to say, by the time I shipped out, it was the hardest thing I ever did. I felt like I had to give up my favorite person in the world.

Now, nearly 3 years later, my mom says she is more proud of me than she has ever been of anyone in her entire life. She never complains that I am away. She said one time that she feels like she “lost me to the world too soon,” and I know it eats her up that I am away, but she never tells me so because she doesn’t want me to feel bad. She asks me when I am coming home and now, all I can tell her is “when I’m done making you proud.”

-  Sara Sanderson

 


» Joy said: { May 3, 2011 - 09:05:23 }

I’m very touched by your story and your good heart. May good things always happen for you and your mom.

» Christopher Gwerder said: { May 3, 2011 - 12:05:29 }

Good job Wifey.

» Evan said: { May 3, 2011 - 12:05:59 }

Your story is truly a tear jerker may love and good things be bestowed upon you and your mother.

» Sherondra said: { May 3, 2011 - 12:05:22 }

Awwww…. an amazing and uplifting story. My heart goes out to you and your mom.

» Sara Sanderson said: { May 3, 2011 - 12:05:58 }

Love you GF, thanks for voting Doll! I want to see you today…sno cones?

» Tyler Jenkins said: { May 3, 2011 - 12:05:46 }

This is an amazing article! I hope this helps! And this is also very touching!-tyler jenkins

» Dylan said: { May 3, 2011 - 12:05:25 }

I voted for you!

» JWCamp said: { May 3, 2011 - 01:05:38 }

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» Anne Frezza said: { May 3, 2011 - 01:05:50 }

Absolutely love you bbgirl!!!!!!!!!!!! Never stop being proud of you!!!!!!!!!!

» Amanda said: { May 3, 2011 - 01:05:23 }

How sweet!

» Marla said: { May 3, 2011 - 01:05:37 }

This is a great story!!

» Vickie Imms said: { May 3, 2011 - 01:05:18 }

What a wonderful story. I know your mom is extremely proud of you.

» colin rice said: { May 3, 2011 - 01:05:32 }

Love the story it really puts things in prospective!

» Michelle Egger said: { May 3, 2011 - 01:05:36 }

Wow, what a great story! Very touching!

» Heather said: { May 3, 2011 - 01:05:39 }

I hope my kid can say the same of me some day.

» Diane said: { May 3, 2011 - 01:05:23 }

Great story!

» Joel Daniel Frezza said: { May 3, 2011 - 02:05:02 }

Great story! I love both you and your mom! Lord bless cousin! You are a blessing and so is our family.

» Jacky said: { May 3, 2011 - 02:05:01 }

So proud of you for getting through it and getting your life back together! I rember, it was pretty tough! You guys deserve a trip to NYC- tell Michael to let you go. <3 u best friend!

» Bruce Smolenski said: { May 3, 2011 - 02:05:24 }

Wonderful story. Your mom is right to be proud of you

» Kristin said: { May 3, 2011 - 02:05:08 }

Very Sweet.. Love it.. Can’t wait to read what happens to both of you over the next 20 years.

» Lori Holland said: { May 3, 2011 - 02:05:02 }

Your Mom and I spent a lot of time together and shared a lot of personal stories, this being one of them. I am very touched by your message, and believe that by sharing your story, you will be helping many others facing the same obstacles. Good luck to you and your Mom!!!

» Laurie Olson said: { May 3, 2011 - 02:05:51 }

You have come a long way honey. So proud of you also, as I am sure your mom is. You definitely deserve this honor and I look forward to hearing more great moments that come from it. Love you!!

» Michelle Sanderson said: { May 3, 2011 - 03:05:40 }

Sara, I loved reading your story. I remember that time and how much we worried about you and prayed for you! I hope you both win the trip. I’m so happy to hear that you two are so close now. We are all so proud of you!!!!

» Mallory said: { May 3, 2011 - 04:05:27 }

I am very proud of you Sara and we have alot to owe to our mom. Love you both!
Hope you win.

» jim said: { May 3, 2011 - 04:05:43 }

I hope you win Sara and Anne! I have known you both for years and you both deserve a trip and spend some quality time together.

» Heather said: { May 3, 2011 - 04:05:03 }

That is so sweet!

» Sara Sanderson said: { May 3, 2011 - 04:05:50 }

I just love all of you guys so much because you know first-hand where I have been and where I am now and I honestly believe that it was because of my mother that I was able to overcome. She went through so much for me but she never stopped loving me and that love carried me through. I love you Mom!

» Kathy Frezza said: { May 3, 2011 - 06:05:57 }

Sara, What a beautiful story! You and your mom are both pretty special. I hope you both get to go to NYC together and have that friendship time together! We love you, dear niece, and we’re proud of you, too!

» Nick said: { May 3, 2011 - 06:05:17 }

Nick Munn VOTES FOR SARA!!!

» Mallory said: { May 3, 2011 - 06:05:32 }

Love you mom and sara. win!

» Anne Frezza said: { May 3, 2011 - 06:05:38 }

YOU MAKE ME VERY PROUD AND HAPPY AND ARE THE BEST DAUGHTER EVER!!!
LOVE, MOM

» JOHN MONTGOMERY said: { May 3, 2011 - 06:05:13 }

WONDERFUL STORY – I KNOW THAT YOUR MOM IS WONDERFUL AND I AM SURE YOU ARE JUST LIKE HER. JOHN

» Kristy Reid said: { May 3, 2011 - 07:05:03 }

Sara, I am so proud of you. When we first met it was at a trying time in both of are lifes. In just 3yrs+ you’ve proved what true meaning is for change..you have truely turn your life around to be a wonderful daughter to your mom. Someone she can be so proud of cause you I am:) I hope you guys get to go:)love Kristy

» Kristy Reid said: { May 3, 2011 - 07:05:08 }

Sara, I am so proud of you. When we first met it was at a trying time in both of are lifes. In just 3yrs+ you’ve proved what true meaning is for change..you have truely turn your life around to be a wonderful daughter to your mom. Someone she can be so proud of cause you I am:) I hope you guys get to go:)love Kristy

» Takiya said: { May 3, 2011 - 07:05:23 }

Sara Baby, I’m speechless your story has me in tears and I love it. Your mom is another hero of mine now and I’d love to meet her. Thanks for sharing this with us. I love you Babe and you have my vote. Love CGG

» Eric said: { May 3, 2011 - 09:05:48 }

You got my vote! Hope you get stationed somewhere you can be with your mother more frequently!

» Wadiyah A. Rahim said: { May 3, 2011 - 09:05:33 }

Sara you have my vote. Love Mama Wadiyah (Takiya’s Mother)

» Aleigh McIntyre said: { May 3, 2011 - 09:05:03 }

I’m glad that you now have a stronger relationship with your mom Sara. She’s lucky to have a daughter like you. :)

» Jamie said: { May 3, 2011 - 10:05:14 }

You have a very inspiring story, Sara! After knowing you for almost 11 years, I am also extremely proud of all your accomplishments and what a remarkable person you have become. Keep up the great work! :) -Jamie

» JWCamp said: { May 3, 2011 - 10:05:16 }

You have my vote.

» Mitzi Sanderson said: { May 3, 2011 - 11:05:35 }

That was a very touching story, I have not know you very Long. Im so glad that you have changed your life and changed things with your mother, in a way that she is proud of you. There is nothing like a mothers love. Good luck to you guys I hope you win. May 3, 2011

» DSmick said: { May 3, 2011 - 11:05:32 }

that’s a very nice story, i’m glad my name wasn’t mentioned in any of it lol, although we both were on a collision course with disaster, i’m sooo happy you came out of it and made a decision to make a better life for yourself, i know it doesn’t matter what i think, but i’m sooo extremely proud of you Sara!!

» Katy Irvine said: { May 3, 2011 - 11:05:57 }

Sara,

You did a beautiful job on this. I know what you mean about a mother being a best friend. I look up to you girly. You have grown into an amazing woman and I myself am proud, and so is my mom. We both miss you and can’t wait to see your beautiful face again!! All our love to you, your mom, and your husband. Love ya!

~Katy

» Katy Irvine said: { May 3, 2011 - 11:05:15 }

Sara,
You did a beautiful job on this. I know what you mean about a mother being a best friend. I look up to you girly. You have grown into an amazing woman and I myself am proud, and so is my mom. We both miss you and can’t wait to see your beautiful face again!! All our love to you, your mom, and your husband. Love ya!
~Katy

» Sara Sanderson said: { May 4, 2011 - 12:05:09 }

Thank you to all of my loyal friends and family who give me the strength to succeed in this life. Many who have known me through the rough times probably never expected me to be where I am today and I am just so thankful for the unconditional love, understanding, constant support and of course, the Magnificent Grace of God. Saying that I am blessed is a gross understatement, I love you all.

» izabella said: { May 4, 2011 - 12:05:07 }

Aww…what a great story Sara!!!! I hope you win. You soo deserve it

» Victor said: { May 4, 2011 - 12:05:46 }

Great story Sara!!! I hope everything works out for you.

» Renee said: { May 4, 2011 - 12:05:26 }

Sara, this story is amazing. Thank you for sharing your story.

» Jazzie Holt said: { May 4, 2011 - 12:05:28 }

This is a tear jerker story. I can relate a lot to it as I myself went thru the resent the childhood and then graduate high school, meet an idiot and go wild phase. Which estranged me from mom and later patched up and now, thru other stupid circumstances are estranged again. I sooo hope you win, you do deserve it and this is something I think every young girl can relate to. :)

» Christy Garretson said: { May 4, 2011 - 12:05:59 }

Sarah this is so amazing!! I really was tearful near the end! It was an extremely touching story. You have my vote =)

» Chelsea said: { May 4, 2011 - 01:05:13 }

Great story! Very touching.

» Chelsea said: { May 4, 2011 - 01:05:43 }

I’ve always wondered why you suddenly joined the military!

» Patty Lovett said: { May 4, 2011 - 01:05:18 }

Sara, what a wonderful story. the bond between a mother and daughter is one of the greatest gifts the good Lord gives us. I am so happy to see that you and your Mom are enjoying yours to the fullest. I hope and pray that you both get to enjoy New York together. Hugs honey

» Mike said: { May 4, 2011 - 04:05:16 }

Sara,
i’m glad you shaped up to be the great person you are… i know your not a mom yet, but HAPPY MOTHERS DAY to you and your mom.

» Kathy C said: { May 4, 2011 - 04:05:54 }

Sara, that is a wonderful story about growing up and learning about yourself. So glad it has a happy ending. Or shall I say a happy new beginning?!

» Sabrina said: { May 4, 2011 - 05:05:18 }

Sara Your story was absolutely heart warming and beautiful. I remember all of this going down, and just how impressed and proud I was of you when you came above it all. And hearing it from your side, with your very talented words, that was just the best. Thank you for sharing. I’m going to call my Momma this morning now, and remind her what she means to me. Thanks again! Hope you WIN! And you ladies get to have an amazing trip!!!

» Kathaleen said: { May 4, 2011 - 06:05:23 }

Good luck girl!

» Donna Harbour said: { May 4, 2011 - 07:05:17 }

My Sweet Sara… From someone who knows you as their own, and has the most respect for your mother, I can’t think of a more deserving Mother – Daughter that not only have so much unconditional love for each other, through all the trials and hard knocks in your life, but how you Sara bounced back and know you are there for your Mother! That is beautiful..I know how proud she is of you and for sure you never have to doubt her love.. She worked all those hours and raised three children because she loved you! (by the way I am so proud of you also!) You for sure have my vote…I’d love to see you both make that fabulous trip together.. What a great daughter you are!

» Shauna Gohl said: { May 4, 2011 - 07:05:26 }

This was story was written beautifully Sara. I know everyone is proud of the obsticals you’ve overcome and the women you’ve became.

» Sarah Ferguson said: { May 4, 2011 - 07:05:12 }

Very touching Sara! I think when we are young it may be hard to see but once we have lived a while in this cruel world on our own we realize no one will ever love you like Mamma does

» Aunt Kathy said: { May 4, 2011 - 07:05:05 }

wonderful story…always remeber Moms only want the best for their children. Sometime we all lose our way along the path of life, but no matter what MOM is always right there whispering in your ear softly “I LOVE U ALWAYS”

» Tara Pridemore said: { May 4, 2011 - 08:05:57 }

Sara- what a beautiful story. You are so brave and amazing to come through everything that you have.

» Kerry Rodriguez said: { May 4, 2011 - 08:05:07 }

I love it! Children will never fully understand or maybe even appreciate their parents until they experience life on their own and realize life isn’t always so easy. I am proud of you for joining the military and protecting all of our liberties which we take for granted. Keep up the great work.

» Dan Bodak said: { May 4, 2011 - 08:05:56 }

An inspiring and encouraging story for everyone. Thanks for sharing. And God bless you..!

» Anne Frezza said: { May 4, 2011 - 09:05:27 }

THANKS TO ALL OF YOU WHO VOTED FOR US!!! I LOVE ALL MY KIDS!!!! THEY MAKE LIFE WORTH LIVING!!!!!!!

ANNE (MOM)

» Maria said: { May 4, 2011 - 09:05:17 }

A very touching story. I hopy you guys can be together soon. It’s a great thing you are doing by serving our country! Be safe.

» Maria said: { May 4, 2011 - 09:05:08 }

A very touching story. I hope you guys can be together soon. It’s a great thing you are doing by serving our country! Be safe. I had to correct my typo, guess I should proof read better :)

» Jessica said: { May 4, 2011 - 09:05:03 }

I am sooooo touched by your story. Funny how it’s only aft the fact that we discover the most important things in life–family <3

» TED AMBROZY said: { May 4, 2011 - 09:05:33 }

GREAT STORY – KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK – TELL CHRIS I SAID HEY – CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU THIS SUMMER – I HAVE A BOAT LINED UP FOR LAKE HURON – SEE YA IN JULY – LOVE TED

» Angie said: { May 4, 2011 - 09:05:47 }

Great Story! Very inspirational and uplifting. Thank you for all you are doing for our country

» Pam said: { May 4, 2011 - 10:05:56 }

What a heart warming story! Thanks for sharing your inspirational thoughts about the special bond between you and your Mom. God bless!!

» Liz Ervinck said: { May 4, 2011 - 10:05:47 }

What a great story, very inspirational.

» Johnnie Montgomery said: { May 4, 2011 - 12:05:45 }

YOU BOTH DESERVE A WEEKEND TOGETHER!!!!!!!!!

» Averie said: { May 4, 2011 - 01:05:26 }

You both are beautiful women! Thanks for sharing this wonderful true-to-life story. =)

» Larry said: { May 4, 2011 - 01:05:41 }

Touching, real life, something that happens more often than you can imagine. I spent 25 years dealing with confused youg adults. Many never come back from the dark side, but Sara did. Ann, you deserve the credit, Sara you deserve our thanks for serving.

» Lynette Stanley said: { May 4, 2011 - 01:05:20 }

Sara, you are very blessed to have such a wonderful & loving mom! I wish my mom was still around to share those special moments with.

Lynette Stanley

» Sara Sanderson said: { May 4, 2011 - 02:05:22 }

Wow, I am in tears after reading a lot of what people have said. I started to break down especially after your comment: Red and yours Katy. I know all you guys saw me at my worst and to be able to say you are proud of me and look up to me now, lets me feel so fulfilled. It makes me feel like if I died today, I would be okay with that because I no longer live in the shadows and cause people to hurt. I love every single one of you. This would not be possible without my mom. If she weren’t there to be the voice of reason and the support behind me whenever I fell, I would have just kept on the way I was going.

» Anne Frezza said: { May 4, 2011 - 02:05:20 }

SARA – YOUR SISTER MAL HAS BEEN A HUGE ROCK FOR OUR FAMILY. SHE DESERVES MUCH THANKS AS WELL. EVAN IS ALSO GREAT SUPPORT!!!!!! LOVE YOU ALL. MOM

» Beverly Kelly said: { May 4, 2011 - 02:05:02 }

WOW! What a heartwarming story. I was deeply touched. Single moms are the best!

Bev Kelly

» Mary Jo Frezza said: { May 4, 2011 - 05:05:54 }

I’m so proud of you Sara for all of your accomplishments in the Air
force – the many awards you have received and now in Officer’s Candidate School — and you only weighing 98 pounds soakin’ wet!! Take care and good luck to you and your Mom.

Much love, Aunt Mary Jo

» Tami said: { May 4, 2011 - 08:05:53 }

This is a LOVELY story Sara. Your Mum is very lucky to have you as her daughter. We VERY much appreciate your service to our country!

» kim said: { May 4, 2011 - 08:05:20 }

Sara, I’ve heard so much about you. My older son went through some bad times, too, and your Mom was there to give me strength. You taught her how to be strong in so many ways, and she’s passing on that gift to others who need her. Cherish the bond you have with her and stay safe as you serve our country.

» Kathy Frezza said: { May 4, 2011 - 09:05:28 }

Another vote for YOU!

» Jeffrey Miles said: { May 4, 2011 - 10:05:06 }

A vote for you

» Jeffrey Miles said: { May 4, 2011 - 10:05:15 }

I would like to vote again, lol

» Evan Sanderson said: { May 5, 2011 - 02:05:31 }

Win – win – win !!!!!!!!!!

» Tony said: { May 5, 2011 - 06:05:20 }

Now your both stronger and have a closer relationship then most Mothers and Daughters.

» Gordy said: { May 5, 2011 - 06:05:09 }

I would give you my bed of nails if you were still in MI :)

» sanjay tamrakar said: { May 5, 2011 - 06:05:49 }

good one

» Nick Gohl said: { May 5, 2011 - 06:05:50 }

Sara, I know for a fact everyone is so proud of everything you’ve accomplished. You’ve overcome so much. Miss you

» penny said: { May 5, 2011 - 06:05:41 }

My sweet sara, you are amazing.Your mom your sister and evan. Stop making me cry already andjust win!!!!! love you and the family

» Kathy C said: { May 5, 2011 - 07:05:24 }

Very inspiring!

» Michelle Sanderson said: { May 5, 2011 - 08:05:50 }

Another vote from me!! I hope you win :)

» Jacky said: { May 5, 2011 - 08:05:31 }

Voting again…

» Michael said: { May 5, 2011 - 08:05:23 }

Vote from michael!

» Jazzie Holt said: { May 6, 2011 - 01:05:10 }

Totally passing you another vote! Hope you and your mom win. Y’all deserve it. ~Jazzie~

» SHERONDRA said: { May 6, 2011 - 03:05:12 }

AWWWW. HOW DELIGHTFUL SAREE….

» Kathy Frezza said: { May 6, 2011 - 05:05:26 }

Here are 1000 votes for you! :)

» Laurie Olson said: { May 6, 2011 - 06:05:30 }

Here’s hoping you and your mom win this trip. Love and miss you! Good Luck!

» Laurie Olson said: { May 6, 2011 - 06:05:04 }

I will try to submit a third vote…here’s hoping!

» Carol Dobos said: { May 6, 2011 - 07:05:02 }

Sometimes the most contentious relationship between mother and daughter can turn out to be the strongest bond as the years pass. We are trying to be our own person and find our own way. We don’t want to listen to our mother and have her show us the way. But then after many knocks and bumps, we find out mother was right all along and just trying to save us some heartache.

» Beverly Kelly said: { May 6, 2011 - 11:05:33 }

Hey! Here’s a second vote for you. You both deserve to win this prize. Best Regards, Bev Kelly

» Lori Holland said: { May 6, 2011 - 11:05:02 }

Another vote for you! Look out New York…Anne and Sara are on their way!

» Matt said: { May 6, 2011 - 11:05:56 }

Nice!

» Heather said: { May 6, 2011 - 11:05:33 }

Very touching!

» S Montgomery said: { May 6, 2011 - 12:05:24 }

So very inspiring!!!!!!!!

» Ted Ambrozy said: { May 6, 2011 - 12:05:16 }

Love you guys!!!!!!!!!!!

» Stella Agresta said: { May 6, 2011 - 12:05:03 }

You’re like a daughter to me! Love you both.

» Guildo Agresta said: { May 6, 2011 - 12:05:55 }

Better days are coming. Good Luck.

» K. Agresta said: { May 6, 2011 - 12:05:33 }

Very Touching!

» K. Pudvay said: { May 6, 2011 - 12:05:55 }

Love you both. Hope you win.

» sue guigar said: { May 6, 2011 - 12:05:05 }

Great story

» K. Agresta said: { May 6, 2011 - 12:05:55 }

I remember those times. Glad to see it all worked out. Good luck.

» Damon Frezza said: { May 6, 2011 - 01:05:19 }

Thanks for serving our country!!!!!!!!!!!!! You deserve a fun trip outside of work!!!!

» Damon Frezza said: { May 6, 2011 - 01:05:47 }

My second vote!

» Cheryl H said: { May 6, 2011 - 01:05:49 }

Love you guys!!!

» Cheryl H said: { May 6, 2011 - 01:05:29 }

My second vote!!!

» STELLA AGRESTA said: { May 6, 2011 - 05:05:49 }

ANNE WAS A BIG PART OF MY LIFE, SHE IS MY THIRD DAUGHTER. LOVE HER, AND HER FAMILY….

» STELLA AGRESTA said: { May 6, 2011 - 05:05:49 }

YOUR THE GREATEST. YOU SURVIVED ALL THE HARDSHIPS AND CAME OUT SMILING.

» Sadie said: { May 6, 2011 - 06:05:43 }

Heres a vote from me! (mom made me do it…;-)

» Trogdor said: { May 6, 2011 - 07:05:50 }

4 votes from sunny Naples Florida

» Gregg Hoak said: { May 6, 2011 - 07:05:09 }

I remember that time I ran into your mom and you at the China King Buffet. What a good few laughs we shared. Good luck; you got my vote!

» Ted Ambrozy said: { May 6, 2011 - 07:05:07 }

You two remind me of a couple of coconuts

» Melissa Gray said: { May 6, 2011 - 09:05:50 }

And look how far you have come along. You were able to open the iguana rescue and do so much more than you would have if you hadn’t gone thru that. God works in mysterious ways :)

» Bianca Fowler said: { May 6, 2011 - 09:05:25 }

:)

» Brian Kenyon said: { May 6, 2011 - 09:05:27 }

When you come home next you need to call me and we need to get together

» Katherine Bodine said: { May 6, 2011 - 09:05:00 }

This story reminds me of my youngest son. He has to learn everything the hard way. It’s not falling down but it’s the getting up that counts.

» Joe said: { May 6, 2011 - 09:05:38 }

Like I always say during hard times “at least i’m not on fire”!

» SHERONDRA said: { May 6, 2011 - 11:05:47 }

Please share this with others… great revelation…. Love you Saree

» Patty Lovett said: { May 7, 2011 - 04:05:23 }

Voting and checking in to see how it’s going. NYC for you and your Mom. =)

» JWCamp said: { May 7, 2011 - 04:05:03 }

Vote!

» JWCamp said: { May 7, 2011 - 04:05:00 }

Another vote!

» K. Pudvay said: { May 7, 2011 - 07:05:33 }

Another vote for the Sapersteins!

» Guildo Agresta said: { May 7, 2011 - 07:05:25 }

Sara, you make me and your country proud.

» Makenna Williams said: { May 7, 2011 - 07:05:45 }

Good Luck Sara!!! Loved the story by the way;)

» Joy said: { May 7, 2011 - 01:05:52 }

You have my vote!

» CGG said: { May 7, 2011 - 02:05:47 }

I love you Sara :) . Let’s go Baby…..#Team U N I T Y representing for my girl Sara! <3 CGG :)

» Sadie said: { May 7, 2011 - 07:05:33 }

Another vote from Her Royal Highness.

» Billy Michael said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:18 }

You mom has told me how hard it is being away from her daughter all the time but she would rather you be away doing what you love than to be back here in Michigan doing something else. I hope you win so you can be together for a trip to New York.

» Chris Hilton said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:32 }

I met you when I brought my iguanas to your iguana rescue

» Essie said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:17 }

Unconditional BFFs – You got this

» Mazie said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:36 }

You go girl

» Louie said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:26 }

We knew you would come around. Every kid goes through a rough patch.

» Sue Cox said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:44 }

Cream rises to the top. 2 votes…one from me and one from your uncle Sam

» P. Frezza said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:56 }

Aint no stopping the Frezzas. We are capable of anything if we set our minds to it. Proud that you are my blood.

» Gloria Mucheron said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:51 }

What a beautiful story, Sarah. You would make any mother proud!

» Ely said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:32 }

Glad to see that you are doing well. I miss sitting around singing Matchbox 20 and recording ourselves haha

» Nancy Goss said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:43 }

I love your sister she told me to vote, so here’s for you Mal

» Grover said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:07 }

You have a great family. Ive known the Frezzas for years. Petie would be proud.

» Mr. Glover said: { May 8, 2011 - 01:05:44 }

Great mother’s day gift for your ma. What is this bond number 9 you’re always talking about? Is this something to do with that?

» Christopher Gwerder said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:22 }

I fought lions for your heart to turn you from a maiden into a maid! Love you sassy butt wife.

» Jeremy Der said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:08 }

gettin my vote in b4 it ends

» GWEN B. said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:57 }

THANKS FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY!!!!!!!!!

» GWEN B said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:11 }

THANKS FOR YOUR STORY AND FOR YOUR SERVICE TO THE USA!!!

» JENNIFER H said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:01 }

I VOTE FOR YOUR STORY – IT REMINDS ME OF ME WHEN I WAS A TEEN. THANKS ALOT FOR SHARING.

» ALLISA HOLLOWAY said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:50 }

A SINCERE THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE TO AMERICA!!!!!!!!!!!

» Dylan said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:09 }

Another vote from me

» WILLIAM J said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:32 }

MY VOTE IS FOR THIS STORY. WISH YOU ALL THE BEST! WILL

» SANDY R said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:54 }

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY – HOPE YOU WIN!!!!!!!

» SANDY R said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:20 }

SO MUCH LOVE IN THAT STORY!!!!

» RACHEL SMITH said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:21 }

YOU GUYS ROCK – A GREAT STORY!!!!! RACH

» LAURA B said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:39 }

HAVE FUN IN NEW YORK – YOU BOTH DESERVE THIS BONDING TRIP. LB

» SARAH P said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:11 }

SANDY TOLD ME ABOUT THIS CONTEST – HOPE YOU GUYS WIN – YOU DESERVE IT!

» SARAH P said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:55 }

ONE MORE VOTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

» MARISSA T said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:14 }

YOUR HEART FELT STORY REALLY MADE MY MOTHER’S DAY. THANKS FOR SHARING,

» LISA P said: { May 8, 2011 - 09:05:22 }

I AM SO GLAD THAT EVERYTHING WORKED OUT FOR YOUR FAMILY. BEST OF LUCK.

» Ashley Meier said: { May 8, 2011 - 10:05:04 }

Raaaaaarr!

» JEREMY MICHAELS said: { May 8, 2011 - 10:05:29 }

Y0U ARE BOTH AN INSPIRATION TO ALL FAMILIES. THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT.

» WILLIAM F said: { May 8, 2011 - 10:05:19 }

YOU CAN NEVER BE TOO CLOSE TO YOUR MOTHER!!!!!!!!!!!

» Evan said: { May 8, 2011 - 10:05:00 }

dad got a piece of salty cake for dessert tonite! miss u sis

» Gilda said: { May 8, 2011 - 10:05:25 }

This one’s for Amy :)

» Patty Lovett said: { May 8, 2011 - 10:05:48 }

Just in case…this really is the best story…send these fine ladies to NYC!!! :)

» Richard Lovett said: { May 8, 2011 - 11:05:05 }

Hope you two win…great story

» Michelle Sanderson said: { May 8, 2011 - 11:05:02 }

I hope you have enough to win!!

» Sara Sanderson said: { May 8, 2011 - 11:05:02 }

Thanks to everyone who voted! I really hope we pulled this off!

» Sara said: { May 8, 2011 - 11:05:12 }

Thanks Miss Patty for getting Mr. Lovett to vote and to you too Aunt Michelle. I think this contest really proved to me how blessed I am with so many good friends and family.

» Mal said: { May 8, 2011 - 11:05:30 }

I hope its midnight central standard time so this vote counts

» Bev Johnson said: { May 9, 2011 - 12:05:30 }

your grandma wanted me to vote for her while she’s recovering from her surgery love Bev

» Bev Jensen said: { May 15, 2011 - 09:05:14 }

Here is another vote for you and I thank you for all you do for our country. You are a strong lady and don’t let anyone tell you any different!

 
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