I actually cannot think of 5 people that made a huge impact on my life growing up. I can think of a few. My grandmother would be my biggest one. Her name is Elfrieda Sorey. I remember that she always used to be there for me, especially since my mother and I did not get along. I always thought her and I had a special bond. She is the one who taught me how to cross stitch, helped me to speak German, and we always shared a special treat, 3 Musketeers bars, just the two of us, whenever I went over to visit. I still look to my grandmother for wisdom, and have much respect for her. She still makes me laugh, and still has plenty of life in her, something I plan to have as I get that age.
Another person who had an impact was my best friend at the time, Rebecca Pendleton. She was actually the only person I was able to hang out with my last couple of years at high school. We briefly stayed in touch, then lost touch for about 12 years, and just recently got back in touch, thanks to Facebook. It was just good at that time to have someone to call a friend, and be able to hang out with, and discuss things, someone who wasn't family.
And though I can't remember their names, unfortunately, I have had a couple teachers during my high school years who were great. My German teacher, who I had for 5 years, and actually pushed to have a German 6, even though I was the only student. And my Economics teacher always believed in me, and always gave me advice when I asked for it.
2 comments:
Your grandma sounds like a character. How wonderful that she continues to be a source of support for you. I have lost contact with my childhood friends and should try Facebook to reconnect-good idea!
I understand what you mean. It took me a while to try and figure out who made and impact on my life. Grandmothers Rock! My father's mom was wonderful too. Maybe it's all that wisdom.
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