Relationship Reflection
Relationships are very important to survive in our
society. Keeping your circle small or
large is completely up to the person. I
personally keep my circle small. I have
a wonderful family that is supportive and forgiving as any family member should
be. I grew up in a military family. My father was a hard core Marine that worked
long hours and was deployed most of my years as a young child. He taught my siblings and me obedience and
how important it was to work hard and play hard. My mother was a wonderful homemaker. She provided so much love and compassion for
me and my siblings. My mother worked
very hard with over compensating for filing in while my father was
deployed. Of all the lessons she taught
me; being strong and loving life no matter what it throws at you; you can
handle it.
I have this man in my life that I am praying to God every
day for bringing to me. My husband is a
great partner that shares the same type of compassion as I do for
education. My daughter who is blossoming
into this beautiful young woman is great at making others feel at ease and
loved once you meet her for the first time.
My son will make any one feel as if they are on a pedestal at all
times. At times I cannot see where they
get their mannerisms from. I am very
blessed to have a very open relationship with my two children. I only have a few friends that I share
personal experiences with just because I am an extremely busy person with work
and my family.
I find it challenging to maintain relationships with others
at times. I forget to call a person back
or just follow up with them about their life.
Developing relationships are very easy for me. Working in this field I find it easy to build
upon their experiences. Working in a
military community and having some of the experiences similar to the families I
work with daily I find as a blessing.
Beautiful family photo!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with you Chrissy with maintaining a small circle of close friends. Personally, I find it easier because you can focus on the few people that are close to you. However, I've learned the importance of having a large networking community of community partners. Partnering with community agencies in providing our students with services is so gratifying and I truly enjoy it. I will say that it has been very difficult for me to balance family life, Grad school and my new position at work, but thank God for understanding family and friends. Talk to you soon :)
I feel you. Both my children play a sport and of course they do not practice on the same day. Work, grad school, kids, family and friends; has been on my plate for some time and as you stated thank god for their understanding. Thanks so much for your response!
ReplyDeleteCrissy
Crissy,
ReplyDeleteVery sweet picture of your families big smiles!
I agree, even with having a small group of close relationships, it can be difficult to keep in touch with all due to work or other obligations. Your parents, even with difficult circumstances, were there for you and taught you great values. I think that's great! My husband is in the military and it can be difficult sometimes when he is away, but now a days there are more ways to keep in touch which helps out a lot. Best of luck!
Hi Crissy
ReplyDeleteYou have a gorgeous family. Your children have the most contagious smiles :-).