Why Loyalty Matters
Loyalty is a quality that means a huge deal to me.
I was raised by a mother who was endlessly loyal, steadfast and reliable. You could be certain she would love you and be there for you no matter what. It is an absolute gift to be bought up with such surety. It has made me the confident person I am today.
I have always known beyond a shadow of a doubt that I was much loved. I do hope my children know that too.
Why Loyalty Matters
Probably because of how I was raised loyalty has always been a quality that I have had in abundance and one I tremendously value. When others haven’t had it I have felt both surprised and hurt.
For me being loyal is part and parcel of loving.
Both my parents (who I absolutely adored) are no longer here. Friendships are really key to my sense of security and family. I am blessed to have some loyal supportive friends who I have to know forever and who uphold me. Other friends who I haven’t known quite so long have been pretty amazing too.
Since Christmas, my life has altered a great deal. I have a lot of physical limitations now. I was always the lively, strong, enthusiastic robust one. Lately, I have been emotional, sometimes angry and often fearful.
It is a form of loss and despite trying my best to stay positive and grateful for my children, my writing, my life. I am struggling.
It’s about stepping up
A loss is hard for people to bear, as changes. Not just for me but for other people too. People I love have stepped back. But those who love me have stepped forward and stepped up.
Phone calls, homemade meals on the doorstep, flowers, shoulders to cry on, encouraging talks, sticking with it, asking about endless hospital visits, messages of support, checking in, lifts to the hospital, DVDs and books to distract me, regular visits, listening, energy, love and hugs. Mopping up tears, creative ideas, walking slowly by my side. Many, many cups of coffee (and a good few cakes.)
The loyalty of my friends continues to astound me and I am beyond grateful.
There is nothing I have needed more.
Thank you.
My important word this week is most definitely LOYALTY and this is Why Loyalty Matters
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You have had such a lot to put up with recently. I am so glad you have lovely loyal friends to stand by you and prop you up in times of need. It also says something about what kind of lovely person you are too though don’t you think? Emma 🙂
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so kind Emma x
So happy you have people around to help you. They sound lovely. I love the way you are trying to find positives in such a hard situation. I’m sure the positivity (and cake) will help you recover.
So beautifully written. As I said yesterday you are so emotionally intelligent (amongst other ways too) I am in awe of you.
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Thankyou lovely
What a beautiful, from-the-heart post, Becky. I’m so sorry you’re having such a hard time at the moment, but it’s it amazing how true friends can make things so much easier. Big love to you xxx
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Thank you Ruth xx
Loyalty is very high on my list of important character traits too.
What a lovely post, and I couldn’t agree with you more. I hope things get better, and that you continue to receive such amazing support Zx
Ahh that is lovely Becky, so important to have great friends to rely on. Mich x
You know who your true friends are when things aren’t going right. I do hope you find the strength to face up to whatever it is that’s troubling you. Good luck x #wotw
What a beautiful gift your parents gave you and how gracefully you take it now when struggling. I hope you continue to get better and than the support and loyalty you have found remains.
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Thank you x
Wonderfully written!
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Thankyou my dear friend
a wonderful post demonstrating so well why this word is so important to you.
i appreciate friends who are loyal and when I was a boss i valued it greatly in my staff
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You seem to be a trooper Becky despite your recent ill-health.Loyalty is a great gift to give and to receive, especially when everything around seems to be drifting away.Thinking of you x
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Thanks Aly x
What a lovely post. Loyalty is really important to me too, but I wont back down on principles just to be loyal to a friend either. A loyal friend will respect that too.
Sorry to hear you’ve been having a hard time of it.
Beautiful post and a brilliant word x
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Thank you Kim
It’s often in tines of stress and when things are very hard that we discover who our true friends really are-it might be a cliche to say but that doesn’t make it any the less true.
A beautiful tribute to your parents, family and friends. So sorry to hear of your ill-health. Must be incredibly tough, so must mean so much to have loyalty and friendship surrounding you. You do know who your friends are when times are hard. I identify with your point about knowing you were loved as a child, as I do think that makes you stronger and respectful of loyalty.
Thanks so much for sharing and joining in with #WotW
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My pleasure so important I say thank you