They Call It A Come Back

That is right...I am on the come back, watch out world! I am starting to feel like myself again. That's right, the sarcastic, funny, confident, and comfortable girl is back. I feel like I am rising above all the clouds that have surrounded me for the past month, and let me tell you why:

1. My secretary Mary, who I have promised that I will be back to normal after she returns from the Happiest Place on Earth next week. Mary is by far the BEST secretary you could ever have. She is funny and she is no joke when it comes to keeping our team a well oiled machine. Mary has the ability to put the fear of God in you with just one look. That's right, even the attorneys fear her! Mary told me this week that she aspires to be everything I am. Really Mary, really! She said she admires who I am as a person, and what I have accomplished in my short life (thanks for the short life comment). Sometimes I don't like to hear such nice things, but this week it was much appreciated.
2. My friend Britta, who has her own life dramas, but yet took the time to call me. Britta made the comment to me that I am always the "put together one." Really Britta, really! I think it is amazing how we look at each other. I think of Britta as this amazing person that can manage a job, a husband, four kids, and a household, all at the same time. I can hardly manage getting out of bed most days! Once again, it is sometimes hard to hear how others perceive you , good or bad, but I made a conscious effort to take it in.
3. My friend Alyssa, who is the kid sister I never had. I feel so protective of her, and try to be that strong person in her life. I try not to show her my weaknesses as to remain the strong person in her life. But you can't fool your kid sister, she knew I was struggling with my self confidence. Alyssa reminded me that I am strong and confident and no one, not even a boy, can take that from me. She reminded me that a lot of people rely on me for my confidence. Some might say that is a lot of responsibility to put upon yourself, but I take that challenge on with pride. I am strong and I am confident and if it is the one thing I can do for her, than bring it on!
4. The Thank You card I received today for my CASA family. I think I began the down hill slide after I lost my precious CASA baby. It was harder on me than I think I would ever like to admit. The Thank You card read: Thanks so much for the time and caring...Your insight into what was happening was very helpful to us...

I am not someone who generally feels sorry for herself and I try to do things for other as much as possible. It has been very nice to know this week that although many rely on me, I can rely on others. I am the strong, confident girl that others perceive, but I also have weaknesses like everyone else.