There are three major supports in my life, my family, my church, and my job. I depend on my family a lot; for example, my niece is staying with me right now. She has two boys, and they really work my nerves because I'm use to my peace and quiet when I get off work, but by the time I make it home from work, they are just getting off the bus most of the time, and in ready to play mode. However, her presence is in good timing. I baby sit my grandson during the night while my eldest daughter works. My grandson is a hand full also, and does not let his aunt, my youngest daughter care for him. He loves my niece, so she helps me out when I'm doing homework.
Secondly, my church supports me spiritually, and social/emotionally. We have bible study every Wednesday nights, and church service every Sunday. Third Sunday is dedicated to the youth meaning they conduct the entire service. It brings me joy to see my sisters and brothers in Christ within and outside church. We have fellowship picnics, shopping outing, youth outing and activities. Youth activities involves all church member. Even now I'm laughing remembering times when even the pastor and mother played kickball, and the are up in age. We just have good clean fun.
Last but not least, my job supports me and my family financially. My job is located in the same town that I live. I drive 15 minutes to and from work Monday- Friday, which is very convenient. Finances from my job pays my bills, provides me with a home, and transportation. It also supports my daughter as she attends college. If I didn't have a job I can picture myself homeless. I remember that movie with Will Smith, "In the Pursuit of Happiness", and think that many of us are just a pay check away from being homeless.
Without the support of my niece and other family members, I would not be able to further my education within a face to face or online college. If I could not go to church, I believe that I would be spiritually, emotionally, and physically drained. Losing my job at this age would be a real struggle.
