Pete Mcmahan
There are so many moments, but the one that always comes to mind is just how safe I felt whenever she was near. Her laugh could cut through the darkest days, and her hugs had this quiet magic that made everything feel okay, even when it wasn’t. Patricia wasn’t just my mom—she was my anchor, my soft place to land, my compass when I was lost. I don’t know how to say goodbye, but I promise to carry her strength, her kindness, and that laugh with me for the rest of my life. I miss you so much, Mom.
My father always taught me three rules: don't sweat the small stuff, never lose your sense of humor, and remember what’s important. But it was my mother who showed me what those things actually meant—through her love, her actions, and the way she never gave up on me, even when I had almost given up on myself. She saved my life more times than I can count. I wouldn’t still be here if it weren’t for her. And I’ll spend the rest of my life trying to live in a way that honors that.