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There were five people in my childhood that have left a positive impact on me. .
James Andrews= A man with lonely a 6th grade education managed to support nine children, a wife and provided us with a great home, great neighborhood to live in and lots of lectures. My dad always made time for me. He wanted me to get the understanding of money he said " it's not how much you many it's how you handle it" and how to support myself "yes" at a very early age. He also wanted me to have a relationship with Christ so he always used metaphors as and example. His hugs and defending me to the older children made me look at him as my hero. Years later my hero died in my arms of veteran's hospital. Love you Didi!
Robert Andrews= My brother seem to be the only brother in the family who was interested in what I wanted to say. "Bobby" wanted the best for me. He taught me to read words that could come from anywhere such as Bruce Jenner on a cornflake cereal box, or sitting at the kitchen table making up words. Bobby simply made time for me. Unfortunately we grew apart many moons later.
Edith Wade = Edith was a nurturing sister. Edith had a calm demeanor that made me feel safe. Each morning she would wipe my face, comb my hair and kissed me. I felt so important to her. She moved back to Atlanta Georgia.
Shirley Andrews = "MAMA" SHE WAS JUST A STRONG PERSON WHO LOVED ME. When I didn't feel good, all I need was Mama to sit in the room, her presence was that strong! Mama also died. I LOVE YOU MAMA.
Nicole Andrews= My niece although seven years young than me, taught me how to be nurturing. Because of her living with us I had someone that I could care for, someone who made me feel needed and open the door of confidence . Today we are still in contact with each other.
Val, I see that you were a daddy's girl too! Dad's are awesome!!! I see that you are 1 of 9 children. I take it Bobby is your older brother? I always wanted an older brother to take up for me but I love being a big sister more...it's a blessing! Are you and Edith still close? How long ago did your mother pass if you don't mind me asking? I see that your niece is very special to you. Do you have any kids of your own? When I read about your niece it reminded me of the relationship that I have with my aunt (you will see her if you check out my blog). I see that we have similar people in our personal childhood webs. Family means a lot and it's a good thing that you have acknowledged those closest to your heart!
ReplyDeleteHi Candice, yes a daddy's girl to the bone. My brother (yes older) was very caring but we were 7 years a part and once he moved out and on, for whatever reason things were never the same again. I have a 22 years old daughter and a 21 year old step son. My niece is beautiful in many ways....and I just want the best for her. my sister and I do not stay in touch since my dad died things (again) has not been the same.
ReplyDeleteDad died 2002 and my mom AND one of my sisters died in the same year 2005....Although I was not a mommy's girl and I had a much stronger relationship with my dad, mom was still amazing in her own way....I need to get over to your blog. Thank you for reading and responding to mine.
Val,
ReplyDeleteYour story is heartwarming and heartbreaking all at once. You were so fortunate to have all of these people who were so close to you and made such a great impact in your life. You have a 22 year old daughter and a 21 year old step son?! You don't look old enough to have children that age. It sounds like you had great examples set for you and I bet you are an amazing mother! Family is so important and it sounds like you have a big one. Do you like being one of nine children? I always thought it would be great to have that many brothers and sisters!
Val, your post brought tears to my eyes. Why do some people encounter so much loss, while others don't? I'm sorry you lost so many who you cared about, and I hope you can connect with those who are still on this earth. Life is too short.
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