Today’s daily writing prompt asks – Who are the biggest influencers in your life? Yeah, I can take a crack at that.

My Dad, taught me about sacrifice for country and loss when he passed at a young age. My Mom taught me sacrifice, hard work, respect, manners, love, and honesty.

My better half has influenced me in so many areas. She saved me from being an alcoholic. She has stayed by my side when I’ve been sick. She created a beautiful family and shared it with me. She loves me and I her. She gives me confidence. She gives me laughs. She helps me with decisions. We enjoy life together.

I’m sure our wives might not agree about us being a positive influence on each other but my best friends are fairly big influencers. I’ll just say we have a damn good time when we are together. But they also have a serious side and we are there for each other always.

Professional influences are many. I think I’ll do a post on them someday because they are all special people with talents, insights, knowledge, and a special dedication that has inspired me, challenged me, saved me, and let me be me.