Personal Childhood Web

Dad and Mom

Brian, My Father:

My dad is one of the most generous people I have ever known. He is always there to help out, he always puts others needs before his own. He is gentle, kind, and loving, when I picture what a man should be, I picture him. My dad isn’t the most vocal person, but I have never doubted that he loves me. He taught me that actions really do speak louder than words. I have many childhood memories including my dad helping me build a fort, playing in the snow, and teaching me how to change a tire. Now that I am an adult, my dad continues to be there for me and support me in all of my endeavors. I know if I have a problem I can always call him and he will either have the advice I need, or will drive the four hour drive to come and actually fix the problem as soon as he can. 

Becky, My Mother:

My mom is a very special woman. She has always been there when I needed consolation. She has great compassion for people and is always there to lend a hand.  Growing up, my mother always had fun activities for my brothers and I to do. She taught us the importance of sharing and loving each other. My mother also played outside with us and took us on adventures in the woods behind our house. Now that I am grown up, she is the one I call when I need someone to listen to me. She has taught me the importance of really listening to someone when they are talking. And that you don’t always have to have the right answer, sometimes you just need to listen and be there.

Cody, Me, Matt

Matt, My Brother:

My brother Matt is two years younger than I am. We were each other’s best friend for most of our childhood. He has always been there to confide in and has helped me through some tough times. He has never been judgmental, he's just been there for me. It is difficult at times to view him as a man and not my childhood best friend. He is now married and has a life of his own. However, I know that I can call him and he will be there with a supportive ear. 

Cody, My Brother:

Cody is about ten years younger than me. When he was born he was my baby. I wanted to hold him all the time and not let anyone else have him. Through him I learned what it was to take care of someone else. I fear that I still treat and view him as a baby sometimes even though he is 17 years old. He is growing into a man, I hope I can be there for him when he needs me. 

Dorothy, My Grandmother:

Grandma

My Grandmother is one of the most amazing people I have ever met. She is always happy and positive. I have never seen her get angry, no matter what the situation. She is always calm and collected. As a child, her visits were something to look forward to. She would always read stories to us, and play games with us. Grandma didn’t have a lot of money, she taught me that money isn’t important. You don’t need money to show someone that you love them. The best gift you can give someone is your time and affection. Today she is still the loving Grandma that I knew as a child, however she is battling Alzheimer’s disease. She has stayed strong, though at times I can tell she is terrified of what may come. Even though she is the one going through this, often times she is the one encouraging the people around her.

Melody and Jerusha, My Counsins:

Melody and Jerusha are more like sisters than cousins. We are all the same age and have grown up as close sisters. We lived for family gatherings when we could run off and hide ourselves away for hours. I have many fond memories of tea parties and giggling for hours. They taught me what it is to laugh until you cry. Now that we are all adults, we don’t get to see each other as much. But they are only a phone call away. I know they will always be there with advice if I need it. 

Melody, Me, Jerusah