10 Things

I saw Dylan Moran live last week, and he pointed out something that's stuck with me. You have bakers and shakers in the world - those that show their feelings and those that keep them locked away. It's something you can't change, something engrained in your heritage, cultural imperatives and employed to all situations in your life.

If this week has taught me anything, it's reinforced the importance of telling those I love how much I care, and focusing on what is fantastic in my life rather than the negatives.

10 Things I Love About My Mum.

1. She is incredibly kind.
2. She is a natural mother - she's always nurturing us and making sure we're fed.
3. She will do anything for me and my brother.
4. She is creative - a born artist, and colours our house with her art and warmth.
5. She has good first impressions and is a great judge of character.
6. She takes pride in the way she looks.
7. We are both bubbly, chatty people.
8. She is well loved by everyone.
9. She does my hair.
10. I can always talk to her and she's always there when I need a cuddle.

10 Things I Love About My Dad.

1. He is very kind and generous.
2. He has his own way in showing he loves me - little things like bringing me home chocolate, taking me for a drive so I can take photos and asking me to watch movies he know I'll like.
3. He always makes me food even when I didn't ask for it.
4. He does so much for our family - whether it's living in a country town or going on long postings at sea he's done it for us and our lifestyle.
5. We share the same sense of humour.
6. We both love to read.
7. He wants the best for me. He's always supported my decisions in what I wanted to study and jobs I've applied for. He wants me to go far and helps me achieve that.
8. He's very proud of me.
9. My dad will always be a sailor, he is a gentleman and my anchor tattoo represents the journey his profession has steered our family - 3 countries and counting.
10. He makes me laugh.

10 Things I Love About My Brother.

1. We have this special laugh that we only do with each other.
2. We have the same sense of humour.
3. He would give anyone his last penny.
4. He's very kind and loving, it shows in his eyes.
5. He raps in the shower. It's hillarious.
6. He always wants to show me funny shows and clips, and things that he knows will make me laugh. He considers what he knows I'll like.
7. He is the double of dad - they have the same looks and even gestures.
8. He is a very talented drawer and is good with his hands - he gets his artistic side from mum.
9. He is quick witted and cheeky.
10. He is bright and creative.