Spreadin' the Love

“We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.”Thornton Wilder

I have made a new goal:  To take time each week to recognize different people for the positives they have placed in my life.  I am an extremely lucky girl to have so many great people in my life.  Each person I am close with is a true treasure.  So with that said, I got a little love to spread... 

(Note: I am picking just a few people each week to recognize.  Let's face it, if I tried to make a shout out to everyone, this would be a never ending blog post!  If your not listed, you will be soon. I still appreciate all you are to me!)
- One Love. <3


BUSINESS BETH:  Sister you have been nothing but a blessing in my life.  You are one of the strongest girls I know, with a great passion for people.  I always know I can call you up happy or sad and you are there to either share the excitement or wipe my tears.  You are the definition of a true friend and a big heart.  Love you sis.

PASCO:  My big spoon!!! First off, thanks for letting me be little spoon, you make me smile! Thanks for beings someone I can trust with anything.  I appreciate that I can share all my secrets with you and can feel confident that you will keep them.  You are someone I can always go to and know that you support me.  You inspire me and remind me to stay strong and always pray.  Love you sister.

TURTLE:   Sure and Steady.  You can be a stubborn little shit sometime, but I love everything about you.  You help me look at things in a different light.  You remind me when I am over reacting or letting my mind get carried away.  You have taught me the importance of honesty and trust.  I know things haven't always been easy for us, but I am thankful that despite the hard times you have always still stuck by my side.  I love you and appreciate you.

SAM-I-AM:  Friend!  You complete me!! I think you may be the only other girl in the world who has the same pattern of thinking and enjoys a lot of the same things as me.  I'm glad I have you to talk to, work with, build puzzles, pot plants, bake special treats, make soap with, pick seashells, and do all the other crazy adventures and activities that we find along the way.  I feel like I can tell you anything and you will never judge me.  You are always there for me and have shown me what being a friend is all about.  I love you, and wouldn't survive the west side without you!

MOM & DAD:  I could get really sappy and write pages about how much I appreciate you.  All the things you have done for me and all the advice you have given has helped me become the person I am today.  I am so lucky to have parents that love each other and are there to teach us kids what being a family is all about.  I know that because you two love me so much, I can always call your house my home.  I would be lost without your support, prayers, and advice.  You do more for me than necessary, and I hope you know how much I look up to you, respect you, and appreciate you.

EVIL 1:  God I miss you!!! In a perfect world Arizona would be located right next to Seattle.  I love that I can call you anytime and it's like we never have been apart.  You might be the only person who know EVERYTHING about me. You know all the details, even the ones I am not very proud of, and you have always been there to laugh, cry, or roll your eyes at me.  Thank you for never judging and always supporting.  We have had some crazy fun times together, and I know we have lots more ahead of us.  Being Jett's God mommy has been an honor, and hopefully someday you two will be just next door or in the room across the hall, instead of on the other side of the states.  I love and miss you so much!!

MOMMA KAREN:   Karen! It's been hard not having you in Seattle anymore.  I know we don't get to talk nearly enough, and life has a way of keeping us both busy, but there is not a day that goes by that I don't miss and think about you.  Everyone has a hero, and I want you to know you truly are mine.  The way you are so loving and positive.  The way that you go through life judgement free. And the advice and the unconditional love you have shown me is something I strive learn from everyday.  I hope that someday I can grow up to be half the woman that you are.  You have been a second mom to me, and even from a distance you are always encouraging and loving.  I really hope I get to see you this year.  I miss you more than words can say and I love and appreciate you times a million!

MEL:  Couldn't have a better sister-in-law.  What you and my brother share is something you do not see everyday.  It is encouraging to know that type of love still exists. I'm glad you are a part of the family, and I appreciate that I can come to you with anything.  You have such great ears and words of comfort.  I am thankful that I have gotten to be as close to you as I have.  You are the big sister I have always wanted, and having you in my life is a blessing.  Thanks for ALWAYS being there, even when times have been hard.  You are an amazing and inspirational person.  Love you sis!