I’ve lost some important people in my life over the last few years, family members who meant the world to me.  Today, I write about those I have left and those I have chosen, my special family.  They are honest people with good hearts.  They are supportive, loving, and kind.  I am proud to know them.  That said; let me tell you a bit about them.

     Dear Hubby, he loves me despite my faults.  He is my core and my strength.  He always has my back.  He will fight tooth and nail for me when he feels someone has wronged me.  Without him, I wouldn’t be the person I am today. 

     The Aunties, my father’s sisters are my rocks.  They are the bedrock on which I stand when I make decisions.  They are whom I go to when I’m sorrowing, happy, or in need of advice.  These wonderful ladies taught me a good deal over the years.  I love them dearly.

     The Cousins, they are many.  They are my balance and they stop me from becoming full of myself.  They keep my feet on the ground and allow my head to soar in the clouds.  I adore them.

     My friends, some of you I’ve known for many years, others of you are new friendships forged here on line.  You’ve been generous and kind to me and I must say thank you.  You, my friends, you keep my soul nourished.  Love you all.