“My mother is special because …”

“… she was caring and available and funny.”

Dave Roberts, Bangor

“… she encouraged me to do the things that I want to do in my life, and she kept hope alive.”

Nigel Hall, Bangor

“… she cared deeply about people her whole life.”

Joseph Westphal, Bangor

“… she’s always there for me.”

Ashley Carlow, Bangor

“… she keeps me in line, and she supports my decisions whether she agrees with them or not.”

Nicki Lyons, Hampden

“… she’s caring and understanding and sweet.”

Holly Toothaker, Hampden

“… she follows [me and my siblings] on our adventures hiking and climbing.”

Thomas Cassidy, Bangor

“… she puts up with me.”

Matthew Carter, Bangor