1. Ollie (Step-Father) -
My Step-father raised me since I was 4 years old. He
provided all my basic needs and necessities. He cared and loved me and made
sure that I felt special by telling me how smart and beautiful I was. He
encouraged me to go to school to continue my education so that I can live a
happy and successful life. He would always tell me as a child that,
"Education is key, and you don't want to be locked out, do you?" It
always made me laugh! Of course, my response would always be, "No!
My father is still a very important part of my life and
continues to make me feels special by showing how proud he is of me by telling
everyone that I graduated college and is now in a Master's program. His support
has been overwhelming. His kind and encouraging words helped me to through the
many struggles I face on a daily basis. He has become my mentor and personal
counselor.
2. Linda (Mother) -
My mother was more of the nurturer. She provided love, care,
and concern. She took care of all of my emotional needs and made sure that she
spent adequate time with me so that I felt loved, wanted, and needed. My mother
always made it a point to tell me that she wanted me to be better than her in
life. She wanted me to have a better education, a better job, and a better life
style.
Now as an adult, my mother and I don't always see eye to eye
but, one thing is for sure, she always tells me that she is proud of me and
what I have accomplished thus far.
3. Heather (Older Sister) -
My sister and I were always close. In fact, in high school
she made it a point to tell all of our friends that we were twins and till this
very day, some of them think we really are. We are only one year apart and yes
we do look alike, and we definitely do get on each other's nerves but, that's
what family is for. Families get on each other’s nerves and help push each
other forward in life. She has always been someone that I looked up to for
guidance.
4. Jason (Only Brother) -
My brother and I are very close, almost inseparable. He has
been a part of my support system for a very long time. He is such a comedian
and I love that about him. No matter what I am sad or down about he will make
it a point to always have me smiling. I call him my little "Jim
Carrey." He was always a person that I was able to open up and communicate
with about anything.
5. Lisa (Youngest Sister)-
My little sister has influenced me to become the person that
I am today. She and my older sister had learning disabilities that made it
difficult for them in school. I would always help my younger sister with her
homework and seen first-hand at a young age how she was different. She taught
me patience, love, kindness, strength, perseverance, and love. She gave it
everything she had every time I would help teach her something, which sparked a
fire in my heart that inspired me to be in the education Field.
Overall, my entire family mother, step-father, and siblings
have all shown how proud and supportive they can be. They are all very proud of
my accomplishments and continue to support me in my journey of success. They
want me to be happy in whatever line of study or career field that i choose. I
have a great support system
Hi Robin!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your web organizer - it shows how your relationships flowed around you and through you and that they were not only connected to you but they were also connected to each other.
When you spoke of your step-father, I could feel the pride you have for him because of his pride for you. That is amazing! It also reminded me that my mother and father were filled with pride about education as well. I was the first one in the family to go to college so for me to graduate with a college degree, that was an honor and a privilege to my father and he beamed with pride whenever he talked about it. My only wish was that he would have been alive when I received my doctorate because I know his eyes would have been filled with tears. My mother was proud and was able to see my receive my doctorate and to her it is amazing that I could do something like that. She keeps saying that she doesn't know how I do it.
I can see how your mother is a nurturer. I also read your response to mine and understand what you meant. My father was the nurturer and my mother not so much. She was proud of all we did and we know she cared but she just was not demonstrative. It's funny the relationships we have within our own circles. And it is amazing to look back and really see how they affected who we are. I never realized how much I am like my father to this day and how much one of my brothers is so like my mother. It all has to do with the relationships we have and all everyone connected with us. Totally amazing to me!
It sounds like we both have great support systems in the past and they continue to support us in any endeavor we undertake.
Thanks for sharing!
Denise:)
Thank you Denise. I am the only sibling to have gone to college as well. Each time that I graduated my fathers eyes filled with joy. He was ecspecially proud when I recieved honors at both schools and was initiated into the different honor societies. I am praying that my father stays in good health to see me go all the way.
DeleteIt sounds like you have a very supportive family and they are standing by you even to this day. Having families that support us in continuing our dreams makes us pursue what means the world to us.
ReplyDeleteYes, it does mean the world. Knowing that someone is helping push me along and inspiring me to give it my all and continue my education means everything to me.
DeleteIt is so important to have parents guiding you and stressing the importance of earning an education. I am pleased that they demonstrate to you that they are proud of your accomplishments and continue to support your endeavors.
ReplyDeleteThank you Druesilla, I am grateful for them
DeleteMy web looks nothing like. Your web is awesome and very informative of the people that helped mold you in the person that you are today.
ReplyDeleteThank you
DeleteRobin, I will use that quote from your dad to inspire my students.I am so happy that you are the caring person you were to your little sister.I am sure that you are an excellent and genuine early childhood educator.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sharon, my sibling inspired me to become who I am today and I love them for it
DeleteRobin,
ReplyDeleteGood job on presentation. I can see that you have a good support system and am happy for that. The children you serve benefit from the relationships that support a healthy development.
Annie P.
thank you
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