This is a letter to my beautiful daughter, Alyson Tozer.
Aly,
From the moment you were brought in to my life, you were such a gift. Even as a young child, your insight on life was astounding. You would always tell me, "Momma, I just want to make a difference", and oh what a difference you made! You had a magnetic light that attracted people to you. You inspired them to be better. Love more. Live more. To be humble and greatfull.Through all your battles, you never wanted anyone to feel sorry for you or to be sad for you. Instead, you encouraged others to make a difference. I am so broken and lost with out you. You gave me the opportunity to be your mom. You taught me so much more than I ever taught you. As I wonder on the earth without you, I hope I can find the strength to be half as courageous as you. I will help you finish your most treasured goals; publish your books-continue to raise awareness for organ donation- put smiles on the faces of children at the Phoenix Children's Hospital-have faith that a cure for CF is coming. I will try to make you as proud of me as I was of you.
Sweet dreams, my beautiful daughter.
Aly believed in the Miss America Organization. She believed that the women in this organization, can and will make a difference. These women are educated, compassionate and dedicated to their platforms. I found an English essay that Aly wrote and wanted to share part of it -
"Every woman redefines the Miss America Organization in her own way.
No woman can represent the organization the same as another. There is
no perfect way to be Miss America. There are no shoes to fill.
Every woman walks in her own heels".
