My family:
Is very close to each other and we've been through a lot together, all of which has made us stronger and closer. We're crazy, but who doesn't have a few nuts running around during the holidays? We've always had food on the table, leftovers for days, and presents under the tree. So many people can't say that simple sentence. Not only have I been fortunate to always have a place to call home, but I've always had people to pick me up when I fall.
My parents:
I had the strongest mother a person could ask for; I have never seen anyone fight to survive like she did all while trying to convince everyone else things would be ok. She was always there for me and I could tell her anything, literally. She didn't judge, she was just there to support me. She went to every single dance recital, choral performance, band review, chaperoned school trips, she never missed anything. She always went above and beyond what any normal parent would. She also took way too many pictures, something I have definitely inherited, poor Caesar. My dad is also one of my best friends and I realized how lucky my brother and I were. We've been going on trips around the country and state since we were little, Disneyland being a main destination point. Today while Caesar and I were on Space Mountain, the woman behind me made me realize how few people have that same experience. As soon as we left the tunnel that takes you up to the top of the roller coaster and she saw all of the "stars" she gasped and said "wooooow" just like a little kid would. This is a grown woman and here I am with my eyes closed because the tunnel makes me dizzy. lol. I can't thank my parents enough for what they have given me so far in life.
My boyfriend:
I have so many reasons to be thankful for how lucky I am to be dating the person I know I am going to marry and how lucky we were to meet so young in life. We weren't able to go home and be with our families today but we got to be with each other and that is more than I could have asked for. I love the way we still play like we're little kids and play little jokes on each other while we wait in line or sit down at dinner. I love the way we find ways to compete all of the time but still keep it playful. I love that we can play pinball, air hockey, foosball, and that video game from the 70s and be perfectly content. I love the way he takes care of me when I'm sick and can make me smile and/or laugh even when it's the last thing I want to do. I love the way he knows me so well and knows when I'm going to do something clumsy. I love that he makes me want to be positive and a better person. I love that he wants to be there for me. I love that his family and I get along so well. I love the way he squeezes my hand and pulls me closer to him if someone is coming toward us and he thinks they might bump me. I love the way he protects me. I love that he never even raises his voice at me even in a heated argument. I love the kisses he gives me on the forehead or top of my head. I love the way he brushes my hair out of my face and tucks it behind my ear, but mostly, I love the way he just looks at me with this little smile on his face. It's like nothing else matters and I am completely content with the world. I am so thankful our lives are going in the same direction and we have grown closer together instead of further apart.
My friends:
I have THE best friends. They're an amazing support group and are always there for me no matter the reason.
Life is funny the way it works, I'm just thankful my life has worked out this well at such a young age.
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