Gratitude

Dear Family,

 I was finding it hard to think of a word that could encompass how I feel towards you. After all you give me so many reasons. I’ll start off by saying you people are amazing, you've been with me through the good and the very harsh. To me family isn't only blood relatives though; it’s the people that are there no matter what. As I went through High school it had always been a giant question mark for me, but due to you being intrusively clingy I have been able to live my life without feeling alone and maybe having some "occasional" laughter, and I couldn't be happier. I've had some of my deepest moments with you guys; you were there when I needed to talk, to yell, to sing or to be a complete idiot. I have had days where I've been in the gutters emotionally or mentally, and with one word, you pull me out and I’ll feel like a million dollars! Every time I see you guys; I smile no matter what happened that day. Most importantly you've shown me time and time again, I don’t have to fake who I am.

Then we go to my true family. Every time I see you guys it fills me with an indescribable happiness. I can be one hundred percent me around you. I know I have messed up. But every time no matter how mad or disappointed; you were always there for me. You've always shown interest in the things that I’m interested in. You have tested me when I think I things are too easy. I realize that everything I say may be a big vocal maze but every time, you are focused on listening and helping; when you can.  When I hear other kids talk about their family it’s like a complete one-eighty. Where there parents are divorced or they don’t get along with certain members of the family.  I’m glad I've never had to know what that’s like. The most memorable moments are the small things. My mom and I are watching a show on Netflix and then dad makes his appearance.  Next thing you know my sister is kicking in the door to join in on the already crowded couch. My brother walks out of his room to find us all heartily beaming at him. As the positive pressure pulls him towards us, he takes his spot on the rocking chair. We’re all watching and laughing, and I couldn't be happier. Lastly if it weren't for you guys; I wouldn't have found my passion and drive towards everything I do.

To me personally, I’ll never be able to say this enough. You have done more for me than I would have ever possibly conceived. So to you I say, Thank You.