The support one receives can mean everything to that person
or child. Even if it just one thing, it can mean the world to someone on any particular
day. On a daily basis, I am very
fortunate to have support from many people.
First, my husband, Chris, is my rock. Where do I start? He
supports me in so many ways. He financially provides for me so I don’t have to
stress about working crazy hours to pay the bills. He gives me what I need to
concentrate and do my best while I am doing school work. He does simple things
that show his support for me. Every day he asks me how my day was and then he
listens to me when I tell him (a large majority of the time LOL) and gives me
any advice I might need. This is the tip of the iceberg in how his support
helps me. If he was not in my life and giving me the support that he does, I
would probably not be back in school and would be living with a roommate or my
parents to help pay the bills.
My parents also give me a great deal of support. They are
always there when I need to talk to them. It is a good feeling knowing I can
count on them for anything. They give a good deal of emotional and practical
support. They have come to my house a couple times a year to help with the
spring cleaning. When I need them to watch my dogs while I am of town, they are
there. This type of support goes for the rest of my immediate family as well. If
they were not in my life, I would not be able to have down time that need at
times and the emotional support that I have come to rely on over the years.
When I think about challenges other people face that I do
not, I think about how lucky I am to have my health and happiness in all areas
of my life. One challenge that comes to mind is a physical disability. My
grandmother suffered from chronic bronchitis and emphysema during the later years
n her life. She could not exercise like she wanted to or do simple tasks like
getting groceries. She relied on her oxygen tank, inhaler, and help from family.
I lived with her in her last years and saw firsthand how debilitating this
disease can be without support. Life would be very difficult not being able to
do most of the things you want or need to do. I would need car rides to many places
including doctor visits. Many types of support would be needed if I had this
disease.
Each one of these people serves a unique purpose when they
support me. I am grateful for the peace of mind they give me and the love that
comes with it. In childcare, children
rely on their caregivers to support them in all areas of their growth and
development. After reflecting on the support I have and continue to receive on a
daily basis I understand how important it truly is to young children.
