“My Supports”

My personal definition of support means someone who is always there when you need them, whether it is for financial help, emotional advice, or just a shoulder to cry on.

Mother

I rely on my mother as my staunchest supporter and I am very fortunate to have a close relationship with her.  We have a bond that is unusually close; when you see her, you see me and vice versa.  Out love is immeasurable and so her support is one that I do not even try to measure.  While attending college at night, I could count on my mother being there to help me take care of my son.  I talk to my mother about anything and everything in my life and she is always there to offer me wisdom.  I love my mother and I am so grateful for her support, because it gave me a foundation that has kept me grounded. 

Friend

I also have very supportive friends in my life that offer me advice, are there when I need someone to talk to sharing experiences with.  We enjoy sitting down to reminisce about the past and what we use to do for fun.  They give me constructive criticism and also positive reinforcements. My friends and I encourage each other mentally and spiritually and I’m glad I can lean on them.  Of course I sometimes take them for granted, but whenever I call, they are there to offer their support.  Without them I would truly miss their presence in my life. 

Co-Workers

I also have a wonderful support system with my co-workers; they help me to maintain focus and motivate me to do my best.  If I require assistance, they are there as my mentors and I know I can call on them without hesitation.  Once I found out my son had forgotten to take his USB drive to school.  This came at a bad time before I had to attend an important meeting, but one of my coworker’s volunteered to take it to him.  I appreciated it and would do the same for them. 

God

Above all others, I consider God to be my strongest pillar of support in my life.  Without God I would be nothing and just knowing that I can ‘talk’ to God anytime, anywhere just gives me a spiritual lift.  I consider prayer to be my direct communication link with God and know that I am only as successful as God allows me to be.  I pray throughout the day for God’s support and guidance and at night I thank God for keeping me safe and bringing positive and considerate people into my life.