Five people who fit my childhood web:
1. My Mom - seen here in the middle/top . My mom has always been my hierarchy. She raised me for 10 years as a single parent before marrying my step-father. She has served as my biggest support system and my best friend. ~ Also included in this picture (me, far left, my daughter in the middle and my sister, far right).
2. My Grandmother - my grandmother has always been around to give me words of wisdom...even when I didn't want it. She's wanted nothing but the best for me. In my book, what my grandma says is gold.
#3 - My grandfather - my grandfather passed in 2006. He was the family hierarchy. He served as my male role model/father figure for many years and he and I were very close. He wasn't afraid of telling you when you were wrong and commending you when you were right. He knew just what to say to me when I was down. I miss him dearly.
#4 - My Stepfather - my dad as I call him has been just that for me...a real dad a father. Although he and my mom didn't marry until I was 10 he was a family friend for many years. He has served as a better half to my mom and a parent for me when I needed. He has shown true support when needed and often offers a great perspective to a difficult situation. ~ He's shown here with my girls.
#5 - My Uncle Kevin - my uncle Kevin was a great support to me as a child. He's my mom's younger brother and was very much my "fun uncle". We would make up crazy dances together and he even played dolls with me. While in elementary school he always supported me by being the uncle at my school performances...something I will never forget.
Shayla,
ReplyDeleteWe have somethings in common, well first, your mother inspires me. She raised you on her own for 10 years. Being a single mother, that makes me happy.
I was also raised by my step father. But up until I was about 16, I never knew he wasn't my actual "dad". It amazes me how much he has done for both my son and I. My mother passed away about 8 years ago, and at first I was a little nervous, not because I wasn't sure if he would be there, I just didn't want things to be any different, I always thought my mother was the glue, but she wasn't. Him and I have a bond, and he is still my best friend.
Thanks for making me smile. :)
What a beautiful family. You have been truly blessed. With your mom as your strong anchor. My mom was one of my strong anchors also. She gave bith to 15 children and still going strong. Mothers have a great quality I know you have in you as well. Stay strong for your daughter. You will also be a great leader in the early childhood world.
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