My family has their issues, (what family doesn't) but they are my family so I will fight for them no matter what. Whether it is a natural tendency or not, we do have siblings we run to first or will convey certain favoritism for. Since this is the month to give thanks, I thought I would write a little something about those closest to me that I am most thankful for.
My older brother Jesse and his wife, Vickie – our random weekend get together’s are always something to look forward to. It may not happen as often as we’d like, but when they do we have a great time. They just bought a home and I am so excited and happy for them! A random weekend is actually coming up this Friday. I can't wait to get over there and share in their joy - and hard work - as they move into their new home. They are settled in Austin, TX and really enjoy where they are at. I do wish we were closer (in more ways than one) but still know we both value our relationship.
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| Jesse, Vickie & Allie |
My sister Leslie and her husband, Danny – Probably the family I am the closest to. I love how much they do for us. My “LiL Sis” is a woman to be proud of. She has served a tour in Iraq, been a drill sergeant at a school for kids that was literally their last chance, and still takes care of her family. I love my sister so much! I am thankful that our relationship as sisters has grown so much over the years. Our getting older just brings us closer and closer. My brother-in-law, Danny is a great guy – my sister has been blessed and is very lucky to have him. He cares for her and the boys in every way possible. He has always been respectful and willing to lend a hand with our family. They currently have a home in Brownsville, TX but I've heard them both say that a move is definitely in the future.
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| Leslie, Danny, Marcus & Giovanni |
My brother-in-law, Pete is probably one of the most easy-going people I know. His gift is that he can move on and not focus on the past or the bad. I am so happy for him. He has the family he has always dreamt of. We try to keep in touch at least once a week, if not more, and always call each other on the important days and events. The only real problem I have is that we can never make plans to see each other and we always visit the family at different times. He currently lives in Waco, TX and only being about three and a half hours away, you would think we could make visits more common. But either way, our families continue to grow and we are just blessed to be a part of it.
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| Pete, Holly, Brennan & (Baby Yandel) |
My sister-in-law, Miriam is someone that always keeps a smile on my face. She is so funny and just cracks me up. Our conversations can never end on a serious note – but that is a great thing. She has been there for me through a lot and still continues to support me. She always tries to help in any way she can. Our connection is something special, we both know this. We both can be very opinionated but we've never taken what we say to each other personally. I love her very much and am grateful for the friendship we have acquired through the years. She also currently lives in Brownsville, TX and of course her home is the home we stay at on our visits. I am very much looking forward to the next two month as we have many family functions she and I are planning together.
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| Miriam & Alexander |
Our younger siblings: Lizette, Gilbert & Ivan, I do love them all but they are all still young and have a lot of growing and maturing to do. I pray for them daily hoping they find their way. I want them to choose the right path in their lives and move forward with that.
