Other things may change us, but we start and end with family.

I guess I never realized how lucky I am to have a family that loves me. I probably have the best parents anyone could ask for. I have people all around me that care about me and would do just about anything in the world for me. Not only do I have my family that I trust with all my heart, I have Zach's. I love his parents so much, they really are my home away from home. I think I realized that this Thanksgiving. When I walk in the door with Zach they all hug me and say how happy they are to see me again. It feels so good to be accepted. I have no clue what in the world I would do if Zach's parents didn't like me. His Dad and step mom, Tammy, really are my second parents. I spend so much time with them and I feel so comfortable over there. You know how most of the time you don't speak much to your boyfriend's parents? You just kind of lay low and don't say a whole lot? Its the complete opposite. I talk to Tammy and Ricky about everything, we joke and laugh and have a great time. Even Zach's hunting friends are like family to me. Allen Sikes is also like another Dad. I was talking to him on the phone one night and when we were hanging up he said "love you". And like always I said, "Love you too Mr. Allen". When my mom asked me if he was drunk, and I told her "no, he always tells me he loves me"?.. I realized it was abnormal to fit in so well. Having people that support and allow you to date makes the relationship so much easier. They are probably a big chunk of the reason me and Zach get along so well :)