Super Human Heroes

Being away from home has caused me to reflect more on those close to me. I think of heroes and super-heroes alike, some with supernatural powers, just risking their lives to help those in need. Yes, at times my superstitious mind gets the best of me. But, I would like to think we are all super-heroes or heroes in one way or another. I don’t think we should be shaping our lives around the mentality that we are of a lesser worth- we want to amount to something greater. We can only do our best. There are many people in my life that I would like to recognize as heroes, who have in some way molded me into the person I am today. First, I want to mention my parents. My father is the most patient person I’ve ever known. He is so loyal and dedicated to the work he does, and has inspired me to follow in his footsteps-to raise my children the way he raised me. There is always a first time for everything, and my father was always there for all the first-timers-first shots, pulling first loose tooth, opening my first savings/checking accounts, buying my first car, first surgery, etc. I can always turn to my father for counsel and advice in the loving, gentle manner in which it is presented. I will forever cherish those moments, and know that my father taught me many great lessons, of which I will take with me throughout my life. So, he is a true hero in my life. My mother is the most talented, kind-hearted person I’ve ever known. She is so dear to my heart, as she too, was always there for me growing up. She provides much guidance and support, and has always been compassionate of my needs and feelings. The best home-cooked meals were served by her, and I can proudly say that I’ve adopted my mother’s exceptional cleaning skills, since she taught me well. She has such a gentle, loving spirit about her that I will always be grateful for, as she has been the example of the kind of mother I would like to portray for my children. So, a hero she will be as well. My husband has been a hero in my life on many different levels. He has shown the way to live a positive, worry-free life, despite any circumstance. He is very wise, with a logical way of thinking. He too, has taught me a great deal about life and ways to live in the “real world” independently. I’m thankful for him. His loving, affectionate nature will be a blessing on our family in the future. So, he is my Superman. My two sisters, although very different from myself, have proved a place of heroism in my life as well. Amanda, being of an independent, strong-willed, and focused mindset has achieved so many goals, of which I admire. Serving in the Navy, deployments to Iraq, and determination to achieve a higher potential, make her a strong hero, who will always be an influence on me for the greater good. Kylie, being of an opinionated nature, holds a dominance about her that shows a sense of confidence that I have grown to develop an expressed appreciation for. She has taught me the power of self-reliance, along with the power to show your true self, no matter what others may think. I have a few close friends and extended family members who I would like to devote many thanks to, and I hope you know who you are. I will never regret those I’ve had the pleasure of meeting in the past, and developed a relationship with, as each of you possess a quality that I have looked upon as praise-worthy and of high regard. Thank you everyone for the good example you show to me and the great people you are. Heroes are among us everywhere, but super-heroes you will remain in my heart.