Dear Son,

I just know that you are the best. What more can a mother expect of a son who has done brilliantly throughout his years of education? It shows. You couldn't have gotten a better score. You have already hit the ceiling and it could never have been better than that. You have shown in your application that you have already given your best and that you wished to embark on a career which appealed strongly to you. Whatever the outcome, son, I will still be proud of you. I am confident that whatever career you finally choose, or whatever comes to you, you will treasure it dearly and do your very best. I know that you will not let us down.

Love, Mum

I have to admit that this note touched my heart deeply and nearly led to an avalanche of tears when I read it for the first time. It was then that I decided to keep this note in a computerised form, where, unlike the physical form, is usually stored permanently and securely. This is the best form of encouragement any mother could give her son, because it has instilled in me a renewed vigour and belief to carry on fighting for my dreams; to give my best in everything I do.

I feel so fortunate to have the greatest parents in the world. They are simply amazing! :)