My Mother
My mother, Shirley, is an amazing woman with a big heart. She has a smile that will light up a room. I guess that’s where I get my smile from. My mother is the one who raised and nurtured me. She is a strong woman who is dedicated to her children and family. She was very protective when it came to her children. When I was young she would never let me go anywhere unless I was with a family member. She has always been there for me throughout my life to support me and encourage me to do my best. For instance, as child I was afraid of the dark and my mother would let me sleep with her until I feel asleep, so I wouldn’t be scared. My mother is my heart and I would do anything for her. She has always made me feel special by: listening to me, caring for me, kissing me good night, and always telling me that she loves me. By my mother being a single parent, she has taught me how to be: a loving person, independent person, strong person, and a caring person.
My Grandmother
Florence is her name and mule is what they call her. My grandmother is a faithful woman who cares a lot about her family. She is the one who introduced me to Christ, thank you for that granny. My grandmother is the rock of the family. She keeps everyone together and on the same page. I don’t know what I would do without her. When I was thinking about leaving college and coming back home to go to school, she was the one, who told me to stay in Memphis. That was the best advice my granny could have ever given me. I was once a sheltered child with very little imagination and now because of her I am adventurous, daring, and outgoing with a bigger outlook on life. Because of my grandmother, I am wise, spiritual, caring, and spontaneous. My granny has always been there for me and because of that I will always be here for her.
My Uncle
My uncle Frankie is the man. I love this man with my whole heart. My uncle is the reason why I chose education for my profession. He is the assistant principle at Buckhorn High school. My uncle is like an m & m, hard shell on the outside but soft in the inside. He was always hard on me, when it came to me getting an education. Back then I never knew why, but now I do. He only wanted the best for me and getting an education was the key to my success. I have always looked up to my uncle. My uncle taught me how to work hard for what I want because nothing in this world is free. Because of my uncle, I am dedicated, determined, and motivated to become the best person I can be in this world.
My God Father
Pastor Keith Norman, my dad, my friend, my pastor, and my mentor. My God Father is full of wisdom, faith, love, determination, and charisma. He is the man that keeps me on my toes. He is always checking up on me to make sure that I am doing right. He tries to keep me out of trouble. He is always there for me when I need him no matter what. He is very big on education and because of him I am working on my master’s degree in Early Childhood Education. I love my dad because me makes me feel like I am one of his own and he never makes me feel like I am just his god daughter. Because of him, I am more responsible, independent, wiser, and my faith is stronger in Christ.
