Zhaoxia Xie is more than just my mom, she’s my heart, my home, and my biggest source of strength. She has faced life with quiet courage, endless generosity, and a fierce love that holds us together. Whether it’s staying up late to help me study or giving the last piece of fruit to me without hesitation, she gives all of herself without ever asking for anything in return. She’s the kind of person whose love isn’t loud, but steady, and I feel it in everything she does.
I chose my mom because there is no one else whose love has shaped me more. She believes in me when I can’t believe in myself. She listens to me when I cry, cheers for me when I dance, and hugs me like she’ll never let go. I love her with my whole heart, and this page is just a tiny thank you for everything she’s given me. Not just life, but the strength to live it fully.