Around the holidays, family squabbles and drama can abound — particularly in those bigger families with divorce and step-parents. But one Virginia woman is spreading the love, showing that these mixed families really can get along and even appreciate each other.

Audrey Nicole from Newport News doesn't hate her ex-husband's new girlfriend — far from it. In fact, she appreciates everything the new woman in his life does for her own little girl whenever she visits, treating little Riley like her own child.

She even took that time to publicly share her appreciation, writing a thankful letter on Facebook that has since gone viral, earning hundreds of thousands of likes.

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Kind words: Audrey Nicole (left) wrote a post on Facebook praising the step-mom of her daughter Riley (right)

Sweet: She said that Whitney (left) cares for Riley whenever the little girl visits her dad, and treats her as warmly as her own daughter

Earlier this month, Audrey penned the ode to Whitney Mcgraw, uploading a photo of the young woman striking a goofy pose with Riley by her side.

'This is my daughter's father's girlfriend. The sweetest thing ever!' she wrote. 'I'm super thankful for her because when [Riley] visits her dad [Whitney] feeds her, takes care of her, buys her gifts, and basically takes care of her like her own.'

Not only did Audrey recognize that Whitney has stepped up to her new role as step-mom, but she also encouraged other women to follow their example and get along — not just for the sake of their kids, but for their own happiness.

Watch your 'tude: The Virginia mother encouraged other mothers to get along well with their exes' new flames, warning that they could drive away the good ones

Priorities: She said that women should focus on being good moms, not causing drama with their kids' stepmoms

'Why do all these moms act so spiteful and jealous towards the other women?' she asked. 'NO ONE said it was easy trying to be a mother to a kid you didn't have. So when there is someone trying, don't push them away! Because they DON'T need the drama they WILL leave and then you're stuck with someone who is the evil step-mom. Yes they exist! I see them everywhere!

'A kid can have two moms. because in my eyes. the more people that love her. I'm happy! I would never make her feel like an outsider; I'm extremely thankful for this girl,' she added with a string of hearts.

Finally, she offered this last uplifting piece of advice: 'Ladies, grow up and focus on being a good mom ... Love more hate less!'

Growing family: Riley (right) seems to get along well with Whitney (left) when she visits her dad (center)

Fans: Thousands of people have liked the Facebook post and commented

More love: Many have shared praise and also related their own stories

Children first: Most were in agreement that parents getting along makes everything better for the kids

Since she first shared the message, it has been picked up by the popular Love What Matters Facebook page, where it has garnered even more shares. Thousands of people have also spoken up to praise the women.

'It's amazing to see humans come together for this beautiful child and put her as the number 1 priority,' wrote one.