The Beauty of Family

     There's no telling how many days we are guaranteed on this earth. We learn to cherish and love at a young age, in the hopes of carrying on the same morals and values that were brought on to us. If my days were limited, I would be at peace knowing I was constantly surrounded by love. Family is everything, plain and simple. My family is the beautiful, strong force I have been surrounded with since I was born. They are the laughter, the memories, and the utter joy I am so proud to say are mine. I am part of them, and they are part of me. Sometimes I wonder how we all got so lucky. 

     I am dedicating my last post to my family for multiple reasons. If La Vie est Belle is something that I wanted to represent the beauty of life, I realized I had to look no further than my family. I am the granddaughter of the world's sweetest grandparents, the niece of amazing aunts and uncles, the daughter of two incredible parents, and the cousin, sister and goddaughter of more than I could have ever bargained for. I continue to be fascinated by each of these relationships knowing they are all beautiful in their own way. 

     We are molded by the people we surround ourselves with. There's no denying that. I am molded by years of birthdays, holidays, and vacations with people I love more than life itself. When I think of my childhood, I think of Holden Beach. When I think of the holidays, I think of Christmas Eve at my grandparents. And when I think of birthdays, I think of a birthday cake surrounded by cousins that are more like additional siblings. 
      I feel so fortunate to have these memories in the back of my mind, forever reminding me of the beauty I am constantly surrounded with. Here's to more laughter, joy, and time spent with a family that makes me look forward my future days with them. La Vie est Belle.