All About Rebekah

I am borrowing this idea from my friend Nikki. May 26 is my birthday, and since this blog is a family record of sorts, I thought it would be a fun glance into who I am in 2011. I would hope that it might be interesting to some of you; at the very least it may offer an explanation for the crazies. I am going to start today with the five things that have shaped me most as a person.

1. My parents - they are great examples and as I grow and raise my own kids, I find myself looking back in my past for guidance.

2. My husband - we've been together for nearly 20 years, and I can now say that we are more alike than we are different. We got together because we had a lot in common, but the fact that I know how he'll react without talking makes life wonderful.

3. My children - I would like to say that I have become more fun since I have had kids, but they might disagree. One thing I know; I have learned to enjoy the little things in life and to find joy in the journey. There's nothing like seeing things from a child's perspective to make you appreciate all that life has to offer.

4. Erma Bombeck - To those of you who find yourself getting a chuckle from reading my blog, you can thank this wonderful lady. I was born old, so I have always found her funny, and spent a great amount of time reading her books as an adolescent.

5. Steel Magnolias - This movie is my all time favorite. Love that it's funny (so funny), sad and thoughtful all at once. I like so many movies, but I could watch this one over and over and recite all the lines along with it.

I hope you enjoy learning a little bit about me. If you don't, who needs you? There will also be regular posts throughout the month in addition to this egomaniacal experiment, so make sure to check back if you're interested.