It feels like relationships make the world go round. Friendships, marriages, colleagues, family, pets and many more are the drive for humans to perform daily tasks and responsibilities, and look forward to more.
There are several relationships in my life that are very valuable to me, and are a positive drive in my life. These relationships either help me get things done, or help me stay balanced or motivate me to stay on task, as well as put a smile on my face on a daily basis and make me laugh out loud once in a while.
My husband is my childhood friend. He is my partner in life in so many ways and our experiences together are numerous. The relationship I have had with him for the past 33 years is part of who I am. Our two children are our added bond and added commitment to our lives together.
My colleague and wonderful friend is a lady who has an amazing energy, and always a positive attitude in everything she tackles. We are naturally compatible and we seem to bring out the best in each other, so whether we are at work or after work, it is a happy funny supportive time. She is a reliable person, who can take responsibility and take control which makes her very valuable at the nursery. In addition, she is dependable, fun and trustworthy as a friend and often without having to ask her. The relationship is a very positive one in my life today, and essential for my happiness.
Our live in helper for the past ten years is a lovely lady who also has a very positive attitude towards everything in life. She always smiles, laughs and tackles every task with determination. She is so rarely ill or tired, and can take on lots of tasks even without being asked. This is the lady who has helped me raise my children while I live so far from family, and who has supported me in my daily life, which enables me to juggle work and children and now studies - all at the same time. She is a positive presence in my daily life and in my home.
My 15 year old cat is a pure white Persian long haired cat that my husband bought me in 1999 when we were trying to get pregnant. He is a gentle cat who adores me, which makes me feel very special several times a day. I see him getting old now and although it is sad, he still makes me feel good every day.
My parents and siblings, along with uncles aunts and cousins - have been a source of support all my life. With all the baggage and hardship that comes with family, and as far as we are apart ... the unconditional love and support that I can count on from my parents and siblings is irreplaceable and most certainly gives me the pillars of strength that I need to face life's challenges.
I could talk about many more relationships in my life, but I decided to mention the first few that came to mind, and I kept them in the order that they surfaced to mind as well. Relationships vary tremendously over our lifetime, and they depend on timing and needs at a given time, as well as compatibility and priorities.
Surely if relationships can make such a difference in our happiness and our eagerness to thrive as adults, they must make an even bigger impact on a child who is still growing and developing so delicately.
There are several relationships in my life that are very valuable to me, and are a positive drive in my life. These relationships either help me get things done, or help me stay balanced or motivate me to stay on task, as well as put a smile on my face on a daily basis and make me laugh out loud once in a while.
My husband is my childhood friend. He is my partner in life in so many ways and our experiences together are numerous. The relationship I have had with him for the past 33 years is part of who I am. Our two children are our added bond and added commitment to our lives together.
My colleague and wonderful friend is a lady who has an amazing energy, and always a positive attitude in everything she tackles. We are naturally compatible and we seem to bring out the best in each other, so whether we are at work or after work, it is a happy funny supportive time. She is a reliable person, who can take responsibility and take control which makes her very valuable at the nursery. In addition, she is dependable, fun and trustworthy as a friend and often without having to ask her. The relationship is a very positive one in my life today, and essential for my happiness.
Our live in helper for the past ten years is a lovely lady who also has a very positive attitude towards everything in life. She always smiles, laughs and tackles every task with determination. She is so rarely ill or tired, and can take on lots of tasks even without being asked. This is the lady who has helped me raise my children while I live so far from family, and who has supported me in my daily life, which enables me to juggle work and children and now studies - all at the same time. She is a positive presence in my daily life and in my home.
My 15 year old cat is a pure white Persian long haired cat that my husband bought me in 1999 when we were trying to get pregnant. He is a gentle cat who adores me, which makes me feel very special several times a day. I see him getting old now and although it is sad, he still makes me feel good every day.
My parents and siblings, along with uncles aunts and cousins - have been a source of support all my life. With all the baggage and hardship that comes with family, and as far as we are apart ... the unconditional love and support that I can count on from my parents and siblings is irreplaceable and most certainly gives me the pillars of strength that I need to face life's challenges.
I could talk about many more relationships in my life, but I decided to mention the first few that came to mind, and I kept them in the order that they surfaced to mind as well. Relationships vary tremendously over our lifetime, and they depend on timing and needs at a given time, as well as compatibility and priorities.
Surely if relationships can make such a difference in our happiness and our eagerness to thrive as adults, they must make an even bigger impact on a child who is still growing and developing so delicately.
Zeina, great group of positive relationships. I can see that you have a great deal of support that surrounds you! I feel as though each friend or loved one we allow in our lives, adds to the stepping stones of what helps to shape and guide us.
ReplyDeleteZeina,
ReplyDeleteI would have to agree with you on your statement of relationships making the world go around! I think with out relationships the world would be rather boring, there most likely wouldn't be interactions. Happy healthy relationships make for a happy healthy environment!
Hi Zeina,
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely to get a chance to peak into your world in Dubai after talking a bit in our discussions the last couple of weeks! It certainly seems like you have a wonderful support system of incredible, loving people. How amazing to be married to someone who has known you since you were a child! What an amazing gift! I have a very dear friend who moved to Dubai a few years back and is really living her dreams there. It seems like a very rich place to live and thrive! Love to hear some time how your path led you there.
All the best to you and yours!
-Lauren