Overwhelmed

Have you ever been so overwhelmed that you just broke down and cried??  That happened to me this past week.  I was talking to my grandma and our conversation turned into a conversation about family.  I was completely overwhelmed by the thought that my family would ANYTHING for me if I need it.  

My grandma is the best grandma anyone could ask for.  She's actively involved in my life, even though she lives in Oklahoma.  She's one of the wisest people I know, and will give you great advice, wanted or not.  You can call her at 1 in the morning if you need to talk and she won't be mad.  She's always supportive and is there to encourage you along the way.  She makes an amazing Thanksgiving dinner, and gives the best back rubs.

Last week I went to church with my parents.  After the service I was talking to a lady that plays in the band with my dad.  She made a comment about what a great person my dad is and that she wished she had a dad like him when she was growing up.  You hear about kids who don't have dad's involved in their life.  I am so thankful I didn't have to experience this.  Growing up my dad was always there.  He would take me to basketball and volleyball practices at 6 in the morning.  He was a leader in our youth group.  He makes killer "super duper flip flop flapjacks" and root beer floats.  He takes me out on father-daughter dates just to talk and get caught up.  He'll listen to me vent.  He's easy to talk to and still surprises me with valentine's day gifts.

My mom is one amazing woman.  Growing up she never missed one of our events.  Ice skating practice, sports games, piano recitals, awanas, she was always there.  My mom is a great, but dangerous, shopping partner.  We talk just about every day.  She's the best person to have around when you're going through a hard time in life.  She is an amazing cook and a great friend.  She's there to  offer support and give a listening ear.

Earlier I posted about my sister.  She is one great sister, and friend.  She's always looking out for me, even though she's out in California.  She's a great person to laugh with, cry with, or just hang out and talk to.  She is so giving and always has your best interest at heart.

Sometime love can be overwhelming.  Especially when you realize how truly blessed you really are!