The True Meaning of Family
The Cambridge dictionary defines family as “ a group of people who care about each other because they have a close #Relationships”. There are some families who don’t get along with one another or even their children’s spouses while there are others that do. The same goes for my husband’s family. His parents have always treated me like one of their own. I’ve always wanted to be part of something where folks got along, respected each other, had a sense of humor, and were always there to lend a hand when needed.
They have always been by my side whenever I was hospitalized or had surgery due to #CrohnsDisease. When I had my #Stroke over 15 years ago, upon discharge, I was told to start rehab to regain strength on my entire right side due to being temporarily paralyzed. My in-laws called me daily, came over to see how I was doing, and took me to my medical appointments when my husband had to work.
Our feelings will never change between us, because “we’re in this thing called life”. It throws us curve balls every now and then (for example an active bout of Crohn’s),
but when we “hit a home run”, (for example, being told I’m in complete remission ), it’s definitely worth aiming for the goals we’ve set for ourselves ( not letting the illness get the best of me ).
Sadly, my father-in-law passed away nineteen years ago.
To this day, he is lovingly remembered on his birthday and Father’s day by the entire family. He will always have a special place in my heart.