"You've been there for me as far back as I can remember. Even as a child, I remember you motivating me to be something great, a life-changer, a leader. I only hope I've made you proud. I'm so lucky to have such supportive family providing unconditional love and motivation."
My cousin Suzanne is a single mother and raised Joshua by herself. So Joshua, how you are is so much of how your mother poured her love, time and energy into you. I've been blessed to see your relationship and how close the two of you are. I also know that you tell your mother on a regular basis how much you appreciate her. Yes, you are lucky to have extended family who were there to support you as well and I am very grateful that I could be a part of that. That same extended family was, and still is such a great support to me as well!
I am sharing this because you may not realize how powerful your words are whether they are positive or negative... Be careful with your words and how you say them. (I'm still learning this...) Complement freely and frequently! Praise your children and your spouse. Tell them you appreciate and love them on a regular basis. Positive words can do so much! Unfortunately, so can negative ones...
I left OK almost 12 years ago when Joshua was in high school so I didn't have the opportunity to be around him that much except for quick visits back home. I feel like I've missed out of being a larger part of his life by not living there. I do remember encouraging him and loving on him but never really knew how much he took in. So Joshua, to address your thoughts about hoping if I made you proud, the answer is YES! I am proud that you got your doctorate, but more importantly for the young man you have become with such great character, integrity, compassion and love for others. YOU will touch many lives!
All My Love,
Robin
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