My Influences:
Alex (August 9)
Influence and inspiration can come in all shapes and sizes. I'm not sure how or when that occurred to me but I'm glad it did.
Nearly eight years ago, I met someone who has become a great inspiration and a great influence on my life in all its aspects. In fact, I think of him as a hero.
My man, Alexander, has triumphed against all odds and has risen as a champion. I have watched him enjoy his childhood, learn from his mistakes and endure unfathomable horror and sadness.
I now watch him growing constructively under the love and guidance of some very, very wonderful people. He is blossoming into quite a spirited, good-hearted human being!
This young man has shown extreme strength and courage. He seemingly thumbs his nose at hardship and insistently defies the odds. And, he does it with good humor and a smile on his face. He laughs and plays through trouble and takes his licks knowing that he will come out on top.
I learned these lessons somewhere else. But, it's incredibly refreshing to get the reminder from a child when most adults have either forgotten the lesson entirely or just never learned it!
I am lucky (more so than words can describe) to have such a champion in my life and so extraordinarily grateful for such a gift.
I may have pointed in a few directions for him throughout these years but it's Alex who has shown me the way.
Thanks, buddy!
I love you!
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Alex (August 9)
Influence and inspiration can come in all shapes and sizes. I'm not sure how or when that occurred to me but I'm glad it did.
Nearly eight years ago, I met someone who has become a great inspiration and a great influence on my life in all its aspects. In fact, I think of him as a hero.
My man, Alexander, has triumphed against all odds and has risen as a champion. I have watched him enjoy his childhood, learn from his mistakes and endure unfathomable horror and sadness.
I now watch him growing constructively under the love and guidance of some very, very wonderful people. He is blossoming into quite a spirited, good-hearted human being!
This young man has shown extreme strength and courage. He seemingly thumbs his nose at hardship and insistently defies the odds. And, he does it with good humor and a smile on his face. He laughs and plays through trouble and takes his licks knowing that he will come out on top.
I learned these lessons somewhere else. But, it's incredibly refreshing to get the reminder from a child when most adults have either forgotten the lesson entirely or just never learned it!
I am lucky (more so than words can describe) to have such a champion in my life and so extraordinarily grateful for such a gift.
I may have pointed in a few directions for him throughout these years but it's Alex who has shown me the way.
Thanks, buddy!
I love you!
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