Day 17 - What I want to be remembered for...

re.mem.ber - A verb

To keep (someone) in mind as worthy of consideration or recognition.

After reading the definition of the word "remember", I had to stop and think: "What have 'I' really done that deserves consideration or recognition?" I usually don't think of myself in this respect, and I try to be humble. After all, I am human, and all humans (with the exception of one) are flawed.

I know I haven't done anything really miraculous or awe-inspiring, but what about the little things? Do they count? And if so, are they really "little"?

I think that I try to be the best daughter, sister, wife, mother, friend, and employee that I can be.

Here are a few things that I would hope people would remember me for:

1.) I try to be caring and loving to everyone I meet. Even if someone isn't nice to me, I try to see the good in them and have a compassionate heart.

2.) I am a hard-worker. This is something that my parents instilled in me, and I wear myself out at times working hard, but I do think it is important to get things accomplished and not be a slug.

3.) I think I am a good mom. I love my kids with all of my heart. I make mistakes, but it never changes my unconditional love for them. They complete me.

4.) I hope Thomas thinks I am a good wife. Again, I do foul up now and again (even though he says I think I am never wrong), but I do love him with all that I am. He is my best friend and my soul mate.

5.) I love animals. I hope that I inspire others to love them and to treat them with respect and decency. They may not be human, but they do have feelings, and I consider my furry kids to be part of my family.

6.) I also hope that someone will look back on some of the things I have created during my life and enjoy the art behind what I created. I love to make things (especially things that evoke strong emotion). Photography and scrapbooking are just a couple of my passions.

7.) Last, but certainly not least, I pray that others will remember me having a Christian heart. I love to serve others, and giving really brings me joy.

What would you want to be remembered for?

-Michelle