My Supports

My supports consist of my husband, my children, my parents, my girlfriends, my coworkers, my children's teachers, the bussing system.....
My husband not only is my partner in parenting, but my best friend.  He provides the emotional support that I need to be a wife, a mom to 5 kids, a daughter, sister, daughter-in-law, a full time employee and a student.  He makes life fun, funny and full of perspective.  He helps to care for our family, our children, our physical property, and my emotional needs.  cate my children, p
My children help me enjoy the life i've been given.  They are a piece of me and live along side me.  They continue our legacy and we are privelidged to be a part of a life that keeps moving. 
My parents continue to support me and my family.  They provide the help that I need to be the person(s) that I am.  Not only would it be difficult to physically 'do it' without them, it would be less satisfying.  They are a great part of my kid's lives.  They provide emotional support to my children and offer their wisdom to a younger generation. 
My girlfriends, there's nothing like girlfriends.... They offer a female perspective, listen to my concerns and support my parenting.  When I want a pep-talk I call a friend, life wouldn't be nearly as exciting without them.  My friends give me a sense of belonging, a sense of unity and of sisterhood.
Coworkers help to support my work, encourage me, and create a larger vision for my work. 
Teachers and bussing systems educate my children and provide access to greater things.  Without these supports my daily routine would look different.  Educators provide new perspective, instruction, and opportunities.  Bussing allows my family the freedom to participate in other activities.
Considering the importance of relationships and connections is necessary,  you realize the truth behind the statement, "it takes a community to raise a childe".