Twenty-One

This post is another one of those that are typically the first one or two. Today's post is about my Daddy =) My dad is such an amazing guy. Although we don't always see eye to eye, I have come to realization that its completely normal. At the end of the day hes still my dad and in my heart i'll always be a "daddy's girl." We have over-come a lot in our relationship. From the divorce, to the passing of my Grandma, to the recent passing of Lonnie. All in which I can see now, has made us a lot closer. We went through one of the hardest days of our lives, together. We struggled with the death of Linny and Lonnie, together. We were together when my Grandma took her last breath, and we were together when we got the phone call that Lonnie joined God in heaven. We cried together, and held on to each other. I know that a lot of people say they have the best dad...but I think mine just might take the cake. He is so strong, selfless, and never stops loving. He's loved me at the times when I dont think i'm loveable, and he's helped me up whenever I fall down. He's done a lot for both Chris and I, and we could NEVER express our appreciaton for him. He's there in all the bad times, but also there for all the good. I will always love my dad endlessly and will always consider myself Daddys girl.

Twenty

My post today is about my aunt Amy. Like I said I am super close with my family. I can usually tell them anything..or talk about anything, knowing I wont be judged. We always have a good time together and laugh until my face hurts from laughing so much. My aunt Amy is another person i've always been close with. She is always there when needed and such a good mom to her kids. I dont know where i'd be in life without my family! =)

Nineteen

Today my post is about a very dear friend of mine. I thought today would be the BEST day to blog about her because its HER BIRTHDAY! SO first off, Happy Birthday (for like the 3rd time haha). My post today is about my friend Ashley. Ashley and I go wayyyyyy back. We always had so much fun together as teenagers and doing what teen girls do. Now we are all grown up and still continue our friendship. Ashley is one of the strongest girls I know...she has been put through some pretty ugly stuff and she seems to go through it with a smile and hope and most importantly Faith. She has taught me not to give up...ever. When i think its BAD, it can always be worse. We dont have to talk EVERY day to know that our friendship is still there and still strong as ever. Whenever either of us need someone to lean on or talk to, we dont hesitate to call/text the other. I know that Ashley will always be there for me whenever I may need her. They always say that lifetime friends are hard to find...but I think so far i'm doing pretty good =) I love you Ash! And I admire you for EVERYTHING you do!! I'm always here. HAVE A HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! YOU DESERVE IT!

Eighteen

Anyone that knows me..knows that my family is my everything. I take pride in my family, and I'd have to say hands down, I have the best there is (although i'm sure some of you beg to differ ;) ) I have always been SO close to my family. We have regular sunday dinners, celebrate everyone's birthday like its their last one, and we have a great time. My aunt Jaime has ALWAYS been there for me. She is one of the few people I feel like I can talk to... and if its something confident, I know it will stay between us. Anything I need..or need help with..she's always there. Like the starbucks cup for instance :) but really...even with more important stuff haha. Jaime- Thank you for always being there! Thank you for being one of the best aunts a girl could ask for =)

Seventeen

My next post should've been one of the first ones I did. I thought maybe if I waited until the middle...id know more of what to say. Nope that didn't work. My post today is about my Mom. Anyone that knows me well, knows that our relationship has been rocky a time or two. But that doesn't take any of my love away from her.She is the woman that carried me, gave birth to me, and has never stopped loving me. She's my biggest fan when I need one. I wouldn't be the person I am today without her. I have learned many things from her...and I know that I will continue to. I know that when the day comes to where I'm carrying a child of my own, every question I have regardless of what time it is...I can call my momma. I am very blessed for that!

Sixteen

Today my post is about my Grandma Lin =) I don't even know where to start except Today would've been her 65th birthday. There are usually a few days that seem to be especially harder than others, today being one of those. I never knew what it was like to miss someone so much it hurt. Oh man what i'd do to hear her voice, give her a hug, or get one of her "big wet ones". She was SUCH an AMAZING woman. I LOVE when I run into people that recognize my last name and say "Any relation to Lin" and I say yes she was my grandma. And they have SOO many nice things to say. It usually brings tears to my eyes and so much joy knowing all of the people she has touched. Linny: I miss you more then words could EVER describe but I find peace knowing you are no longer suffering and we will one day be reunited. I know you'd LOVE Chris and be so proud of us. I also know that you are up there giving all those angels a run for their money, and kicking some butt in aerobics. Give Lonnie a BIG BIG hug for me. I love you =)

Fifteen

Today my post is about my Grandpa David! Tomorrow is his birthday =) and this man is OH so special! He has always been there for me! Both him and my grandma have opened up their home to me many times. Everytime I'd move out he'd tell me "I'm not moving your stuff, you dont need to go anywhere" and then end up helping =) He has the kindest heart and wouldnt hurt a fly. All of us grandkids appreciate him very much! Even more when we have something that needs fixing =) Jalen would always say..."Grandpa can fix ANYTHING!"