Dad-you're not reading this (I hope) but maybe someday you will. Things were hard in the beginning, and you had a hard time accepting that I was sick and needed more help than you could provide. But we've moved forward and both grown and you're learning how to help me in ways that I need. And I'm learning from you how to take charge and become more independent.
My new friends-Beth, Linda, and Katie. All stepping up when they learned of my struggles promising support with whatever I may need and always there if I need to vent. They didn't turn and run when they found out and instead embraced my problems and me helping me more than I think they realize.
My new extended family- the Baird's, Monreal-Bugrova's, and the Rose's. when I moved I left a whole network of "adoptive" families behind and was scared I wouldn't be able to find that again but you guys have made everything that much easier and I know my "old" extended family would love you as much as I do, especially since you've done such a good job taking care of me.
My "old" extended family- Patterson's, Foster's, Snirving's, Stone's, Henderson's, Chatterson's, Gorman's, and Malinowski's (I hope I got everyone!) I grew up with you, I watched your children grow (some of them are high-schoolers/Tweens/teens now which so NOT cool!) you took me in and treated me as one of your own and you helped make my difficult situation bearable. I don't know how I could ever repay any of you for everything you've done for me over the years thank you doesn't really seem like enough. But for now it's all I have. Thank you!
Nan- my first introduction to you was when I was only a few minutes or so old. You were one of the few that was comfortable enough to hold me. From then on I became like a daughter to you and you became like a mother to me. Even though we were apart for years I know you never stopped thinking about me and we instantly reconnected. Now I live closer and while I still don't live as close as you or I would like seeing you isn't quite the task it used to be and I know you're only a phone call away, even if you're in the middle of taking Vivi to training.
Bill- I miss our Saturday therapy sessions at ACAC. And watching you get splashed by my little fish. Thank you for your continued support even through the distance. Your kindness means so much to me and I cannot wait for you to come next year. And I love all of the pictures/links you send me on a daily basis and your encouragement with everything I do.
Mom- we don't get to talk often, and I see you even less often, but thank you for the sweet phone calls and texts letting me know you're thinking about me and that you care. Even if I don't get a chance to respond just know that it always puts a smile on my face.
And last but not least...
Jamie- I am sure you had no idea what you were getting into that day I walked in for our first session, especially since I had taken so freaking long to call you in the first place! But you muddled through and got me talking, now I'm sure you wish you hadn't ;) I don't think I would've come this far this fast without your amazing support. And the fact that I am ALMOST comfortable talking to you on the phone is pretty big and just shows how amazing you are at your job. Though I certainly have no problems texting/emailing you. I know that with your help I will get through this with as few slip-ups as possible. And I will come out an even stronger person than before.
If you're not mentioned it's not because I am not thankful for you because I am. More than I think any of you will ever know. I love each and every one of you forever and always.
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