As I reflect on my life, there are so many memories, and so many people that have made a difference in my life. Although I do believe that friends are important, and I cherish all of my friendships...family is really what is important. When I was younger, I remember thinking about how I could not wait to grow up and be able to do whatever I wanted! I went through a phase where all I could care about was what was happening on the weekend, who was dating whom, and if I was going to have just the "right" outfit so that I would fit in at the next house party. Its an interesting time in our lives, when we completely turn our focus on the outside world...and although it is important to be figuring out who we are and where we fit into this world...it is a scary time, full of uncertainty and insecurities. I am so fortunate that I had a wonderful family to keep me grounded, because if it wasn't for them, who knows where I would be. I am also so thankful to have met my husband, who doesn't care about material things, and who completely accepts me for who I am, even my "up all night, no shower in 24+ hours look!"
Today, I'm lucky if I'm able to get a shower in most days, my weekends consist of exactly what I did during the week...which is taking care of Anderson, and spending time with my family...and I could care less about who all those single people in the world are dating! What I have realized is that as you get older, you begin to care less and less about what the world thinks of you, and more and more about what your family thinks of you, and believe me, the last thing on their minds is what brand you are supporting!
I know that the only thing my son Anderson really needs from me is unrelenting, unconditional, pure LOVE. He is only focused on our smiles & cuddles, not our clothes, or if we've gained an extra few pounds...its the most refreshing way to live life! I wish we could all live our lives like that, and we did, before we were corrupted by what the world wants from us. I think we should take a minute every day, to reflect on what is TRULY important...so that we can over ride the suggestions, images, and demands of this world. We should learn from our children about what truly makes us happy...LOVE. And if you think about it, isnt this Jesus Christ's whole message?? Without love, there is nothing.
Lately Ive been even more thankful for my family, I went through a traumatic labor and delivery with my son...and I had to rely on the help and support of my family to get me through. My mom was there for me is more ways than I could ever have imagined, my husband was my rock...and my Dad kept cheering me on through the ups and downs of recovery. My family was my strength.
So, today I am grateful for my family...my amazing, wonderful family.
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