AceShowbiz - Carson Daly, co-host of the "Today" show, remembers his mother, Pattie Daly Caruso, who passed away on September 17, 2017, at the age of 73. To mark the seventh anniversary of her death, Daly penned a touching Instagram post filled with photos and heartfelt words.

"My mom died 7 yrs ago today," Daly began. "I've been working on the road a lot lately & woke up in a hotel room immediately with a heavy heart."

Daly Caruso died unexpectedly from a heart attack, leaving her family devastated. However, Daly revealed that he doesn't feel the need to mark her anniversary in a specific way because she remains a constant presence in his life.

"The truth is I think about her every single day. Like hundreds of times a day. I talk to her," he wrote. "Out loud sometimes. I ask her questions or offer thanks when something goes right directly related to how she raised me."

In his post, Daly included a copy of the poem "Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep," which he credited with helping him cope with his grief. He explained that he chooses to honor his mother's memory by pretending that she is still alive.

"It's a choice I have. And I choose to honor her still just as much as I ever have. As if she's still alive. When my kids are in school plays, I accept the feeling of pride I know she has," Daly wrote. "She is there. For all of it."

Daly also shared a poignant text message exchange he had with his mother shortly before her death. In the message, he expressed his gratitude for her unwavering support and love. "Thanks for a great visit. So proud how good you both are doing with all of this. I love you. Xoxo," he wrote.

Daly Caruso's response was filled with warmth and affection. "And we love you, the best son on the planet earth!!! ... Thanks for all you did and do to make our lives better and to make us so proud of you," she wrote.

Daly believes that his mother's spirit continues to watch over her family. "I'm missing my mom something fierce today, but I'm so grateful I'll get to toast her with my sister and our families," he wrote. "Hug and kiss those you love today, you never know when God struck a deal."