Take a minute and think about it. Who is always there for you? who is always just a phone call away when you need them at any hour of the day? Who has known you longest and loved you most, flaws and all? Who accepts you for who you are and appreciates everything that you do? Who are the people that you really cannot pick, but are still the most amazing people in your life?

Your family.

I am big on my family. My family comes first, and is more important to me than one could imagine. I believe that many people take their family for granted, especially young adults like myself who get so caught up in their own life that they forget about the people who would do anything for them.

There are so many things to thank your family for. But most importantly, thank them for just being them and for being a part of you that you may just be stuck with, but make life worth living. The ones who you have celebrated every Birthday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other major holidays with.

Do not forget about your family. They are your day ones, the ones that they get you through the pain, and support you more than you realize. They deserve more credit than most get.

Call your aunt and tell her you love her. Go visit your grandparents every time you are home. Make time to catch up with your cousins. Treat your parents to dinner every now and then. Make sure to stay connected with your siblings; they really are your best friends in the end.

So to all the people who are big family people as myself, do not take them for granted. Your family should be your number one priority and should be involved in every big moment in your life. Many of you do not realize how truly blessed you are to have them, so begin to realize now before it is too late.