Hey everyone, so… Family?
Family to me is the people in your life that actually want you in theirs, the people in your life that support you in the things you choose to do, the people in your life who love you, respect you, and who you can depend on and most importantly it’s the people in your life who are always there no matter what!
I personally can count my close family on one hand, and I can probably even count the rest of my family on two but do you know what, I think the quantity of people you have in your life is completely irrelevant when the qualities of the few people that you do have are second to none.
My Mum is a pretty good example to be honest. In 22 years, she has got married to my Dad, bought a house, had two kids and started her own business (in which she is the best at). The only family members who chose to stand by her through it all, supporting her every single step of the way other than my Dad, were her two Nanna’s. Mind you, having her two Nanna’s in her life really did make up for the rest of the family as they truly are one of a kind especially because they have also played a huge part in my life, and I am so fortunate to be able to call them my Nanna’s too.
I do not have my Nanna Violet in my life anymore as she sadly passed away 7 years ago and I have not seen my other Nanna in over 4 years, due to a few personal issues I have had going on (don’t worry I am planning to do a post about this very soon). It will still never change the fact that they were the only two people besides my Mum and Dad of course, who actually went above and beyond to ensure me and my Brother had the very best start in life. I remember my Mum telling me that it was my Nanna Violet who always said “I am giving them what the others haven’t” if this isn’t a prime example of quality over quantity, I don’t know what is…
Me, my Mum, my Dad and my Brother are all really close as a family, and I do think part of the reason why we are so close is because my Mum and Dad have been happily married for 20 years and the love they share only continues to grow stronger, making us as a family even stronger. I mean, I could have a thousand ‘family members’ suddenly decide to try and walk into my life but not one of them would come even remotely close to my Mum and Dad, they have been everything I need and more and I really don’t know what I would do without them.
I have other family members, who I have not actually seen for as long as I can remember, make the effort to stay in contact and despite not seeing them for such a long period of time they still manage to reach out in other ways to show their love and support and for that, I am more than grateful.
I am 19, not far off 20 years old, and I am more than content with the family I have around me. I know that if people really want to be in your life, they will make an effort to do so, and if they don’t, it’s their loss, it is as simple as that!
Malise xx
This is so true Malise. You have a wonderful close family. Much love to you all…. Are you really nearly, 20? WTF!! xxx
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It sure is, thank you Lyndsay. Sending love to you all and yeah I’m nearly 20… time flies xxx
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Fantastic Post Malise, we are super proud of you and the young lady you have become. Love you lots, Mum and Dad ❤😘 xxxx
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Thank you both, lots of love always😘❤️xxxx
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Beautiful post, Malise and how wonderful you have a beautiful and close family. Enjoy them and cherish every moment spent together.
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Thank you so much Eugenia!😊
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You’re welcome!
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Wow, this was such a heartwarming post to read! I can definitely feel the love you have for your family. You’re absolutely right, quantity is irrelevant, it’s those who stick by you no matter what who you need to cherish. I’ve definitely learnt that over the years!
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Thank you so much!😊
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Wow, such a lovely post! Great parents you’ve got, Malise! God bless your family.
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Thank you so much!😊
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You are welcome, dear! ❤❤
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This is beautifully written, I love it!xx
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Thank you!😊x
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This was very honest and relatable. Thanks for a great post!
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Thank you!😊
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It’s so true! I have family members that I haven’t seen for YEARS and just because we’re blood related, it doesn’t mean we have to like each other!
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I totally agree!👍🏼
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That was written wonderfully Malise, and the collage is brilliant, so many memories, Nanna would of been so very proud of you, ged bless her, if she was still here she would of been here dictating to me to send a reply from her lol .Every time you had been to see her, she would always Show me something saying,” Malise and Mason has been and brought me this” , I still have pictures and certificates you made her for being a good nanna .🥰 . I know we don’t get to see you but you are in our hearts and I can say with 100% confidence that both our John and myself would always be here for any of you if you needed us , so always remember that okay…. our love is with you always , stay strong Malise and face the world feeling very proud of yourself , as I know your nanna would be telling you. I know she is watching over us all luv …. lots of love Auntie Chris xxx
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Thank you so much Chris, it honestly means a lot! Yeah she really was the best Nanna and like you said, I know she will be watching over us. Lots of love xxx
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Beautiful post! Enjoy your lovely family 💕😊
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Thank you so much!😊
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Wonderful post & very well said!
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Thank you!😊
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Very nice praise of your parents and family. I agree with your first sentence describing family.
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Thank you!😊
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Great blog post! Family is best when you get to choose them. I totally agree on the effort by friends and family to be in your life and vice versa. Thanks sharing. xx
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Thank you so much!xx
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A post written from the heart!
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Thank you!😊
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Lovely post! I personally see family as being important. However, just being related to someone, doesn’t guarantee that you can trust them. Sometimes friends are closer!
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Thank you! I do agree this can be the case sometimes…
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The family bond you have is one to be cherished and grateful for. A beautiful family!! ~Bernice
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Thank you so much Bernice!😊
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This was absolutely beautiful! The bond you have with your family is amazing and it shows how much you value that bond!! Thank you so much for sharing this fantastic post!
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Thank you so much!😊
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You are welcome!
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Family is everything whether they are blood or chosen ….. this is a very heartwarming post.
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Thank you!😊
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