attitude of gratitude

things get hard, ya know? real hard sometimes.

unbearable even. it's frustrating and super hard

to be optimistic in these moments of difficulty.

big thanks to:

A. momma andersen, for believing in me and helping

me realize my accomplishments, and for recognizing

my struggles and respecting me for the strength i'm 

trying to have. 'i love you' texts are appreciated much.

i'm thankful for a second mom, that is very in tune with

the spirit and knew that is just what i needed to hear today.

 B. dad, after a heart felt text from dianna, i was feeling

better about where i stand, and that my efforts aren't

being completely wasted. when i got home, i found

a sweet, loving, note in my cleat that had me in tears.

"Tigger, (as my daddy calls me)

Good luck at your games today, play as hard as you

can then play a little harder. I am so proud of you and 

how you have handled this tough season, you are one

of my heros. I love you...

Dad

P.s. Have a great time at the homecoming activities

P.p.s. You are a most wonderful daughter"

the blue ink was smeared, and there was a wet spot,

my tears, or his, i didn't know, but he left for camping

and won't be home until monday or tuesday. 

every time i open the note, my eyes get blurry from the

tears pooling up, and i think of how blessed i am to have him.

i'm thankful for a dad that makes me strong and loves me

no matter what the circumstances or conditions are.

love you Dad.

C. danny dorius. in all this nonsense, he may be one of the

only people that relates to me, that i can vent to, and 

cry in front of, that understands the position i'm in. he's

here for me through it all, and supports me. he really wants

me to be happy, and i think he's really good at making me 

happy. i'm thankful for someone to talk to about anything.

someone that loves me and knows my potential.

kudos everyone,

you're so wonderful to me.

& then i realize that i'm surrounded by celestial, angelic,

servants of the Lord, all in accordance with love, and the peace

it brings in the world. they exploit the worth of souls, and hold

it up for the world to see. they stand, in search of those who 

need a helping hand, here and there. and selflessly bless the lives

of those in need. i couldn't be more grateful for their place in my life.

thank you, with all of my heart,

to anyone who has blessed my life

with their love and willingness to serve.

for lifting my burden when i was

not strong enough to carry it alone.

you mean the world to me.