On The Family I Picked

When I was 15 months old, I was given a powerful message: blood relation is not the only family that matters.

When I was 15 months old, my dad picked me (and my mom). Technically that makes him my step-father, but he is my dad through and through.

He wasn't the only one who picked me and became my family, though. His parents became my grandparents; his brothers and sisters became my uncles and aunts. Never once have I ever felt anything other than a great sense of belonging. I am theirs and they are mine.

So, it has been with this message, deep in my heart and on the surface of all that I do, that I journey through life picking people to add to my family. It is with this message, that I hope to provide my children a roadmap to forming their own families. 

And what an amazing family I have - it is wide-spread; it is diverse; it is filled with love. 

This family of mine has loved and supported me in my darkest times and in my happiest of moments. I am secure in the fact that they will continue to do so - just as I work to do the same for them.

Family is fierce in its loyalty, in its love and support, and in its ability to endure. The love of family cannot be replaced, but you can always add more.  

I may not see all of this family I've picked all of the time. Always though, they are in my heart. And always, I am grateful for their presence there. 

As the chaos of holiday season ensues, stop a minute... think about your family - not only the family you were born into, but the family you've picked along the way. Think about why you've picked them and be grateful for what they've added to your life. Be grateful for what you've been able to add to theirs. And, keep searching for that next member of your family. 

I wish each of you the happiest of holidays with the greatest family one could ask for, one made up of blood relations and those you've picked along the way. 

Comments

  1. As often as I read your blog, I am amazed at your insight and your ability to express your feelings.Praying for continued blessings for you and your family.

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    1. Thank you so much Carole. That really means a lot.

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  2. The Gettiers are grateful to have been picked.

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    1. I couldn't imagine life without you and I can't wait to see you Christmas Eve!

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