Personal Childhood Web

My Mother

My mother is one of the strongest women I know.  She raised 3 children by herself while going to school full-time and working full time.  I used to think she was a superhero.  It always seemed like she had enough time to make myself, my sister, and my brother feel special.  We would bake, clean, sing, and play together.  Although we grew up poor, I had no idea.  She never let us go without.  She would always find or make a way to get the job done.  She is an amazing woman and I love her dearly.  My mother and I still talk every day.  She gives me advice on daily tasks, events, and motherhood.


My Godmother

My Godmother has always been great support to my family.  She always prayed and taught my siblings and I about the bible.  I can still remember her making us read the bible to her and tell her what it meant.  You always felt special when you could show someone something in the bible in front of her.   She has long fingers, and would pray over us.  My Godmother would lay the palm of her hand on our foreheads and pray for us.  She would always speak positive things into our lives.  I still hold on to what my Godmother has been telling me.  I love the encouragement and wisdom she has spoken into my life.  She too is still a wonderful example for me

Cousin Jimmy

Jimmy was the big brother that I never had.  He showed me what I did and didn't want in a man.  He didn't allow me to date, but always told me who would be a "good guy" to think about.  I loved talking to him and watching tv.  He was a great big brother.
Jimmy has been a great father and getting ready to be a grandfather.  He has always encouraged me to go after my dreams, and don't let anyone stand in your way.



Grandma G

She has always been the nicest woman I know.  She will tell you when you are wrong but always follows up with kind words and a big hug.  I can remember her coming to visit during thanksgiving.  We would cook her macaroni and cheese and she would tell me stories about my father.  Grandma G can always find the positive in a negative situation.  She is the sugar and spice to anything nice.
Grandma G is now Great Grandma G.  She is still encouraging and full of love.  She is so happy that I have begun the journey of getting a degree in education.  I hope that I can make her proud.