I Love My People

Man, I sure do love the people in my life!

What I have gone through in the last 6 months has been crazy! And I couldn’t have made it through it all without the amazing support and love of my family and friends. I wouldn’t be where I am now if it weren’t for all of you. You really find out who loves you when you need them the most. New friendships can be formed too. I’ve discovered both in my time of need.

First – My mom. Wow, what can I say about her? She is amazing. She has taught many things and many of them I have learned through watching her. I have learned grace, dignity, and strength. She has shown me that you have to put on your big girl panties and deal with it. She has taught me what a strong woman is. She has listened to me and given me so much advice. She has taught me how to handle tough situations with grace and dignity.

Zac – I can’t believe that we went through all of this together. Not something that I ever thought we’d share. But in a way I am thankful for it. You have always been my friend. But now, I consider you one of my best friends. What we went through only made us closer and our bond stronger. Thanks for being my big brother and my best friend and one of my protectors.

Sean – Thanks for making me laugh through all my tears. For always being my big brother and a protector. Thanks for being a friend! You offered me lots of advice!

Kevin – Even though you are across the country, thank you! You have shown love and lots of support through the phone and e-mails. Thanks for being my big brother, protector and friend.

Kyla – You are wonderful! You’ve been there when I needed you. You told me the truth and didn’t judge me when I made my decision and you still stood by my side. You comforted me when I told you everything. You were a supportive and listening ear. You were a shoulder for me to cry on. You gave me sound advice. You told me that I was strong. You told me that I would look back and have no regrets. You told me that in time I would be thankful. You told me that I deserved better and that I would find that better person too!

Lyndsey – You are amazing! You’ve always been there when I needed you. You too were a shoulder for me to cry on and lean on too. Your support has been fantastic. We’ve had some great times over these last several months. You told me that everything would be okay. You gave me some good advice too.

Christina Louise – You are fabulous! You’ve been there when I needed you. You were a shoulder for me to cry on. You listened for months and months before I made my decision to leave. You supported me in my decision. You reminded me that I could do better. You told me frequently that I was beautiful and strong. You too told me that things would be okay. You have given me so much advice. I’m grateful for everything. You even helped me with all the financial issues too!

Kara – Thanks for all the laughs. Thanks for the nights out. Thanks for all the fabulous advice. Thanks for the comfort. Thanks for listening. Thanks for telling me that everything was going to be okay.

Debbie, Juliann, Misty, Jamie, & Tonya – Thanks for staying by my side. Thanks for still being my friend. I would not have blamed you if you all would have chosen to not talk to me again. You all will always have a special place in my heart. I still consider you all my family. You all are very near and dear to my heart and soul. You all have told me that I deserve better and that you always thought that I was too good for “him”. And that means so much to me.

Sarah Rose - Thanks for listening to me. I have vented to you so many times. I can’t even being to try and count how many times you have listened to me. Thanks for all of that time!

Kellye & Melanie & Raven – Thanks for the new formed friendship. Thanks for helping me plot my revenge. Thanks for all the laughs. You all are fabulous!!

Phillip – You are an amazing friend! Thanks for all the late night phone calls. Thanks for listening to me vent.

Audra – Thanks for reminding me that I come from a long line of strong woman. For reminding me, that I am beautiful and strong. Thank you for being one of those strong women that I admire. Thanks for not seeing me as just SP’s little sister but as a friend too. Thanks for being my friend. Thanks for all the wonderful words of support and love.

Misti & Madchen – Thanks for the new found friendships. Teaching me the great phrases of “Halakaleem” and “It is what it is”. Thanks for not seeing me as just SP’s little sister but as a friend too.

Courtney & Jennifer – Thanks for the new friendships. I know that these friendships can be ones that will continue to grow. Thank you for the resent advice. I truly appreciate it!

Tamara – Thanks for helping me see that I am beautiful. Amazing what a picture can do for the soul. Thanks for reminding me like others have done that I can do better. Thanks!

And thanks to any one else that I did not name. There have been so many people that have loved and supported me. It’s hard to think of and name EVERYONE! So please, don’t take any offense.

I found a great new saying… “It’s not how you fall; it’s how you get up.” And I decided to get up with grace and dignity.

These thanks don’t even being to scratch the surface for the gratitude I feels towards each and everyone. These are just simple words but my heart is full of love that I feel from each and every one of you.

I’ll never forget how everyone has touched me, my heart, and my soul with the love and support. Everyone is just simply wonderful.

It’s hard to put it all in words.

But… THANKS! THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART AND SOUL!!!!