The first two people I would say fit in this description are my mom and dad. They always gave me love, cared for me, and nurtured me throughout life. My dad works in the transportation area of education, with the school buses, and my mom is a special education teacher. While I could be anything I wanted when I grew up, part of the reason I became a teacher is because of my parents. No matter the choices I have made in life my parents have always been there to support and guide me and give me love unconditionally.
My sister who is 2 1/2 years younger than me would be the third person I would say is a part of my web. She is the first one who I remember sharing and playing with, although my mom remembers others. She would probably be the first person I taught since every time I did something she wanted to do it too. I remember my sister getting discouraged one day because she did not feel successful in school because she did not make the same grades I did, but I told her that if she had done her best and given it her all that was all that mattered. I reminded her often that her and I were different and therefore that would be reflected in school, but I always made sure to tell her it was okay. Although we have our moments, my sister and I are close today and often talk about times when we were little. She also honestly gives her opinion of the choices I make.
All of my grandparents, collectively as one, influenced my life. Each always wanting me to be happy, do the best I could, and have fun. My mom's dad who has passed away always used to take pride in how well I did in school. One time I told him, I was doing pretty good and he asked me how good is pretty? I said I don't know so then he asked why I said pretty good. I always remember this and often stop myself as I speak to make sure I am speaking correctly. I did not know this until after he was gone, but he was like my hero and I never told him. So I take his passing as a lesson and tell everyone I know to express how you feel about those that matter to you while you have the opportunity because we are not guaranteed tomorrow.
I could go on with others that made a difference in my life, but the list would be longer.
Hi Heidi,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your post, especially the part about your younger sister. It's amazing when an older sibling feels this way about a younger one, usually the one is complaining about the tag along sibling. I'm glad you see her in this light. Good job!
Hi Heidi;
ReplyDeleteI love the feeling that you emitted with in your childhood web. You were so supportive of your little sister as your family was of you. You in turn are able to give because you received that love and guidance that supported you to become the nurturing loving person that you are.I agree that we need to take the time now to tell our love ones how much they mean to us before that opportunity slips away.Keep up the positive blogs.
Hi Heidi, welcome to blogging. It is lovely to be able to communicate with you. I also enjoyed reading your blog. You are so right when you say we are not guaranteed tomorrow, it is so important to tell the people you love how important they are and how much they mean to one. Grandparents hold a particular place in my heart too. I think it's their mellowness and patience and wisdom that fits so well.
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