I have made this page so that I may thank the many people that have helped me along the way. These people hold a special place in my heart and I will never forget all that have done for me--without them, I don't know if I would be where I am today. Thanks guys! (*If you would like, click on anyone's name that is underlined; that will take you to their personal homepage.*)
Matt
~ My husband, Matt, has not only given me unconditional love and support but has also given me my most precious gift in life, our daughter, Julianna. He works hard every day of his life to take care of us, and is forever striving to do his best. I appreciate everything he has done for us; I could never thank him enough. He truely is my love, my companion, and my best friend.
Matt, I could never fully express how grateful I am for everything you have given me. You prove to me everyday that Jules and I are the two most important people in your life. I am forever proud of every accomplishment you achieve, every goal you set and reach. You and Jules mean more to me than anyone else in the world. Never forget how much I love you. Forever yours in love, Your Wife
Julianna Rae
~ My daughter, Julianna Rae, is the absolute light of my life. She has taught me so much since she was born 4 years ago. She has shown me a love I never knew I was even capable of. And she has taught me not to be afraid of pushing myself to the limits. I would do anything for my little girl--I love her more than my own life. I don't know if I will ever be able to repay her for everything she has given me.
Julianna, I love you sweetheart--you are my everything.~
My Family
~My family has been the foundation of my support system--they have always been there for me no matter what. I never doubted their love for me or my daughter. I know they care about both of us very much. When things became doubtful, they backed me up.
Thanks Mom, Dad, and Ryan!~
My Grandfather
~My grandfather passed away in Febuary of '97; I miss him incredibly. I miss his little quirks, his homemade chicken soup that he always had the time to make for me, and the annoying way he would pat the bottom of my chin--his way of saying "I love you". It is his name that became Julianna's middle name--Rae. I just know that he is watching over my little angel and that she carries his spirit inside of her.
I miss you very much, Grandpop. Thanks for being my little girl's guardian angel!~
My Grandmother
~My grandmother is one of the best great-grandmothers that I have ever known. Nothing is too good for her little great-grandaughter, and she never hesitates to show how much she cares about Jules. She has shown her support for me since day one and I greatly appreciate it.
Thanks for everything Grandmom!~
Sherry, Tim, and Randy
~Sherry, Tim, and Randy are Julianna's aunt, uncle, and cousin from Matt's side. They are terrific relatives to Jules...giving her plenty of attention, love, and yes, tons of spoiling. They are very supportive of our family and we are more appreciative of that than they know.
Thanks Tim for being a great uncle to my little girl. Randy, you're a terrific cousin to "Julie" and she truely looks up to you. And, Sherry, my "psycho sister", you kick ass and thanks so much for being there for us!~
My Online Friends
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Single Mothering is an internet mailing list that I joined right after I had Jules. Over that time, I have met some amazing women and have had the opportunity to develop some wonderfully close friendships. Although I am now married, we all still stay in touch on a daily basis. I don't know what I would do without "the girls". So,
Erin, Jess C,
Lilian, KJ, Kim, Crystal, Cara, Selena, Jamie, Adamina, Courtney, Allison, Jess A, Stacey and
Trisha thanks ever so much for being the most amazing group of women I have ever met. You guys truely inspire me. You are the ones that get me through "those days", and always manage to make me laugh. You are the ones that I can't wait to tell about my latest news, and have become very close friends of mine. I love you all and wish you and all of your precious little ones the best! Love ya girls!~
