The Krew

I realize that this is only my 3rd post, but I feel like it's time to introduce my krew. I'll start with a little background history. My parents divorced when I was 10 years old. My life had changed dramatically and I wasn't quite sure what to think of it. I never really thought about the fact that my mom and dad would start dating other people; until it actually started happening. One thing about being the kid of divorced parents, you really wish that somehow, some way, your parents will get back together. Once they start dating others, the reality sets in that life is from now on, forever different. There is a slim chance that they will get back together. My mom started dating Chet, now part of my family. They ended up getting married and I have two new siblings from them, Cooper Dean (1) and
Cade (3). I was blessed to have a beautiful sister given to me by my biological parents. She is my bestest friend, sister, and mom. She teaches me so much and loves me unconditionally. I really want to be like her when I grow older. Adi (16) is my rock.

Now I get to move on to my next family. Family part 2! This is my family with my dad. My dad isn't married but lives with two roommates. Andria and Kessee. Kessee has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Kessee has two kids that I adore! I love them! (I won't say their names)  Him and dad are best friends. Andria became part of my life about 2 and a half years ago. She has 3 kids that have really become my siblings. Jayvin (15) is a super quiet, but loving kid. We have a strange relationship. I think we are friends, but we don't really talk. That's just how we work. Marshall (14) is the younger brother that I don't have quite yet. (Coop and Cade are a little to young) We fight like siblings but love each other like siblings. He definitely doesn't like to hug. Typical bro, right? Carrera (10) is my cute little sister. She makes me laugh all of the time. She lets me do her hair and always makes me feel like I am worth something. I really love her.

Finally, on to my best friends. I have a lot of really close friends but I have really, 3 bestest friends ever. I am not sure if I should say their names but I am going to anyway. (; My best friend, is Kamille. She and I have known of each other all of our school days. We became friends about 4 years ago when our stakes split and we ended up being in the same ward. She left for Arizona for a year and I got left here. During that time, she changed a lot and learned so much about herself. She learned that she is a daughter of God and is very important. People always ask me what it means to be a true and loving friend. The first person I think of is
Kamille. She is ready and willing to help me when I fall. We have had our laughs, tears, heart-to-heart talks, and pick-me-ups. When I am around her, I want to do my best. She has seen every side to me and still loves me for who I am. I want nothing more than to see her succeed in life. I know she will do fantastic! College definitely won't be the same without her. Tyler and Matt are my other two bestest friends. They are Kamille's brothers and we bonded a lot when she was gone in Arizona. They know when I am feeling down and can always make me smile. When I have kids, I want them to be just like Matt and Ty. They are so respectful and sweet. They just make everyone around them feel happy and positive. Thanks guys!

So that's my story. I wouldn't be who I am today without the special people in my life. I look up to a lot, but only a few are my heroes. I am truly blessed to have each of these people to go on this journey of life. Remember that, no matter how frustrating your family or friends can be, they love you. It might be hard to show it, but always tell your loved ones you love them. It means a lot.

XOXO - Taylor