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10 People Who Most Helped Me in my Life
Wednesday, January 05, 2011
I don't think I could possible rank any of these people in terms of importance or influence, so I won't.
- Mom and Dad: Let's get this one out of the way right now, because it's obvious. I had amazing and loving childhood with amazing parents. I know that no one else in my life will love me as much as my mom loves me. She continues to care for me, to worry about me, and to encourage me to do things that will make me happy. My father based his parenting style on Bill Cosby, and it shows. While he's not perfect, he is wise, encouraging, and excited about life. I know I have learned a lot about life, love, and myself through my parents.
- The Women of SH: Undoubtedly, they provided a lot of help and support in my life at a very crucial stage. They helped me by giving me a kick-ass job, but then helped me when I arrived to make me feel welcomed. They told me all about the eccentricities of this little village, and shared in most of the weird experiences I had. They introduced me to my best animal friend in the world, and they understood when I had to leave.
- V and L: These two are the most giving people. I never really understood why they entered into my life, and am even more bewildered as to why they continue to stick around. Whenever I need help, with anything, they are there. Most of the time, I never even had to ask. They were just there.
- My sister: Well, she taught me how to wipe my bum, so I think it's safe to say she was a big help.
- That guy who finally taught me how to drive: His name escapes me at the moment, but he was what I needed in a driving instructor. He was patient, relaxed, and knew how to relax me.
- My aunt, M: M lived with my family for a lot of my childhood and 'formative years'. She's both a second mother and a second sister. She was (and still is) someone I can go to for support, without being judged, criticized, or scolded.
- C, P, A, T, and J: These are the five "relationships" which have led me to where I am now. C was my first experience with love and heartbreak. P taught me patience and effective communication. A taught me about the value of sex without love. In fact, so did T. J helped me to better understand my own wants and needs. I'm sure that, had I not met any of these people, I would not be in the successful relationship I am in today.
- Which of course leads to MW: Though not intentional, MW has helped me build a life, and build a family. I have learned that this takes work, and means taking risks. But I have also learned that there are huge rewards for that work and risk.
- The women I currently work with: I have met more people in this job than I can count who have affected my life in innumerable ways. They have helped me to learn about strength, passion, leadership, survival, and anger. They have helped me to develop skills, and to feel a part of something bigger than myself.
- My cat. Yes, my cat: My first cat, specifically. I know, I know. She isn't "people", but she has helped me through many hard times and I consider her my best friend. She is an animal, so I'll never know if this love is requited, but I like to think that we are best pals and that I am giving her what she has given to me - unconditional love, companionship, and adoration.
In actuality, there is actually way more than 10 people in this list, but there you have it. The next list, 10 most memorable places I visited, I predict to be rather dull, as there aren't many places I have visited. But I'll let it marinate for a bit and see what I come up with.
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3 Comments:
I've missed you.
Also, I am probably going to steal doing this from you.
As I stole it from someone else, have at 'er. :)
awh thats sweet (:
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