"When we notice things about ourselves and other people that allow us all to regroup, take a breath, and begin our lives again, the best is surely yet to come."
From The Noticer
by Andy Andrews
Inspired by AndyAndrews' latest book, The Noticer (Thomas Nelson; 2009) The Noticer Project is an opportunity to participate in a world wide movement to "notice" the five most influential people in your life.
Here are the five most influential people in my life:
My Maternal Grandmother
She was the first person who ever made me feel loved, unconditionally.
She always expected the best of me, but showed forgiveness and compassion when I fell short.
When she died she left behind 12 grandchildren---all of whom thought they were her favorite.
Mr. Pryor my 9th grade Pre-Algebra Teacher
He was the first teacher who made math make sense to me, and that's saying a lot. He gave of his time to all of his students. He helped you without making you feel stupid. He never gave up on any of his students. He didn't play favorites. I ended that year with an A. It would be the only A I would ever receive in math and the only year it would ever make sense. If only there were more teachers like Mr. Pryor.
Trish Ramey
I was just a skinny shy girl on a dance team filled with other more popular interesting teenage dancers, but she, the broadway dancer in from NYC, took notice of me. Because of her I went after a dream that I previously thought was impossible...
Dr. Earls
Dr. Earls was my AP Humanities teacher in high school. A popular teacher even today, she was known for the way she brought Humanities to life. Well traveled, she shared many of her own personal slides in her lectures. She opened my eyes to a far away places and sparked my interest in travel. When I was lucky enough to model abroad I thought of her. After visiting Acropolis in Greece, I promptly went back to my hotel room and wrote her a post card thanking her. When I teach my children I try to bring her enthusiasm to my presentation. I hope I can also inspire them to see the world, just as she inspired me to.
My Family (okay, so that's technically five people lumped together).
My children inspire me daily to be a better person and Christian.
My husband makes me feel safe, loved, and protected. He accepts me for the imperfect person that I am and gave me the family I always dreamed of.
Who are the five most influential people in your life?
4 comments:
I don't think I could narrow it down to five! In there would definitely be my mom and dad, my IRL best friend Suzanne, and my husband.
There were a couple of key teachers along the way, like Ms. Hardy who was my 9th grade history teacher. She was the first teacher I ever truly respected, knew what she was talking about, and didn't put up with crap from her students. I was only disappointed in her when I was in college. I mentioned getting my teaching certificate and she totally poo-pooed it like I could do so much more. I know she meant well by it but it was disappointing to see that she didn't think it was a good enough goal to strive for. She is now pretty high up in the regional/state education board.
My mom and dad and husband are tied for #1. My parents taught me to love God early, I don't ever remembering a time when I did not know and love Jesus. They homeschooled me and taught me that children were a blessing. They taught me to evaluate everything and every decision in the light of God's Word and to "not lean on my own understanding."
My husband has continued the process of helping me to be more loving and self sacrificing. Of how to go through trials a little more gracefully than I would on my own.
The next slot has to go to my children. I know that is more than is allowed, but they have all taught me so much. I am amazed at the wonderful people they are becoming!
Congratulations on being a mom to many littles! I used to be there, but mine are starting to grow up. I remember when we had 6 kids, 6 and younger. They were so much fun, I wish that I had paid more attention and enjoyed it more. It goes so quickly.
Blessings,
Kimberly
Hi,
I just saw you comment on my perfect injection story and came by to say. Hi.
Your blogs are so cute. I just love them. WOW!
~Julie
Hmmm, that's a tough one. Just off the top of my head
My husband
My Dad
My mom
My best friend DeAnna
Can't think of a 5th, is that bad?
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