Give Credit Continued...

As a continuance of my last post, here are some more...

#7
Who: My Mom
When: My Whole Life
Why: My Mom has a great sense of humor.  She loves to laugh, and it doesn't take much to get her going.  I don't even need to know what was funny, just seeing her laugh makes me laugh.  She doesn't giggle, and she rarely chuckles- She. Laughs. The best is when she isn't making sound, but is just shaking uncontrollably and crying with hysterical laughter. I appreciate this trait so much in my Mom because it has taught me to laugh in life, and to always find the humor in things even if life's got you down :) Some of my happiest moments in life have been laughing with my Mom.

#8
Who: Lanae Dickson and Shauna Bischoff
When: Elementary
Why: These two poor ladies had the misfortune of teaching me piano- each for two years.  My parents bought a piano because Catherine had interest in learning- so in order to squeeze every dime out of the 'investment' I was forced into lessons as well. I was the kind of kid that liked doing things that came naturally and I've never liked working at things or practicing.  Well, music NEVER came naturally, and I never got very good at it- even after 4 years.  The reason I'm thankful for these ladies is they were able teach me a few things about music despite my attitude, and also because they didn't choke me in the process.


#9
Who: My Sister, Catherine
When: Elementary
Why: My sister and I are 5 years apart and have fairly different personalities and interests. Growing up we didn't always see eye to eye, the biggest difference being that I wanted to spend every waking moment with her, and she actually liked to have a little breathing room on occasion. Yes, I was your typical obnoxious little sister- always in her way and getting into her business. When she'd get sick of it and tell me to go away, I'd act out and do everything I could to bug her even more. Once in a while when she had a little extra patience and I wasn't being so annoying, she would teach me something.  Through the years, she was the one to teach me to tie my shoes, ride a bike, cartwheel, ride the bus, paint my nails, rollerskate, and dance. During all this, she also taught me how to be sweet, kind, and thoughtful... She has no idea how much she taught me growing up and how great I still think she is!

#10
Who: My Friend Kira
When: The Last Decade
Why: Kira is stupid. Now before you jump to conclusions and go thinking that I'm insulting my dear friend, please know that to her- this is a compliment.  Yes, Kira has offended a few people in her life by calling them stupid, but really in Kira Speak 'stupid' equals 'super funny', and she is just that. Super Funny.  We were room-mates for over 4 years in our early 20's and I learned boat-loads about myself during this time.  Not all good things, mind you... like the discovery of my overinflated ego, that I never think I'm wrong, that I'm selfish and stubborn... etc, etc.... you get the picture.  Even though poor Kira had to put up with a lot from me, we actually did get along almost all the time and we have such good memories together.  She's got a heart of gold, and she'll be a friend forever.