At the risk of getting a bit sentimental, there’s been a few people in my life who’ve helped me become the person I am today. And to those people I just want to say a nice thank you.
Mum and Dad – You’ve both shown me so muchthat to be honest, I don’t know where to start. Yes, I get a bit annoyed at how protective you can be at times, and we argue about most things, but you’re the most loyal people I know, and I know that it doesn’t really matter what situation I end up in, at the end of the day you’ll always be there for me and yes you’ll be annoyed and constantly remind me how much I’ve messed up, but that’s only because you care and because you don’t want me to mess my life up completely. But you’ve also shown me that, yes it’s sensible to think things through, but when it really comes down to it sometimes you just have to follow your heart. It’s strange to think that I could so easily have no existed. So I guess the biggest thank you I have to say is simply because without you two I wouldn’t even be around.
My grandma “Mama” – You taught me that sometimes you can’t show other people how you’re really feeling or how much you’re hurting, you just have to put on a brave face, smile and carry on. You were the strongest person I’ve ever met, and I can only hope to become half the woman you were. I still miss you every day, and I only wish I’d been able to know you for longer.
My friends – You’ve shown me that sometimes, when the shit hits the fan, all you can do is laugh. You’ve opened my eyes to so many different views and opinions, and you’re such a big influence on me, not because you force your opinions upon me, but because I’m honestly interested in you ideas. You’ve accepted me for who I am, and not expected me to change to suit you. To be honest, I’ll always owe you all just for sticking around.
My boyfriend – You’ve been there to pick up the pieces and to look out for me and look after me when I need it. Without you, I probably wouldn’t have realized how important second chances can be, or that you really can’t judge a book by it’s cover (or other peoples reviews if you haven’t read it yourself). You’re not afraid to tell me your honest opinion, and the fact you don’t ever pretend to be anything but yoursef means so much to me. At times, it seems like we’re going to kill each other, but all I know is how lucky I feel to have you.You may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but you’re perfect for me.
Anyone that’s ever fucked me around – Maybe I ought to thank you the most? Without people like you I wouldn’t know how strong I am as a person. I wouldn’t know that yo can’t trust everyone, even some of the people you thought you could. I wouldn’t know that being hurt by somebody you thought would always be there for you is so much worse than you’d imagine. And I wouldn’t know that no matter what’s thrown at me, I’m more than able to pick myself back up and I know the people who’ll actaully always be there when I need them.
So yeah. Thanks.
