10.

So I'm definitely not on day 10 with the blog challenge and this is definitely the 10th one. But I vote I can do what I want (: 

10 people who have greatly influenced my life:

1. I bet you were wondering how much I could talk about this kid, and the answer is a lot. My little brother has influenced me way more than he knows. He is the perfect example of a positive attitude, and that is something I need help with. He is always laughing and joking and can brighten anyone's day. He has definitely had his fair amount of trials, but you wouldn't know it. He is so happy and forgiving, and I think those two things have to go hand in hand, and that is something he's learned. I love this kid more than anything. 

2. My mamma. I don't know a better person than my mom. She is beautiful, kind, hilarious, hard working, and all around amazing. She has really taught me what it means to be a loving wife and mother. I have learned more from her through her example than I learned in my 12 years at school. She does everything for me, and I know I take it for granted big time. I honestly don't know what I would do without her sense of humor and her advice. I love my mamma (: 

3. Here's another one I bet you thought I was done talking about. My best friend. Haylee has been there for me for as long as I can remember. She was my first friend at my new school back in the 3rd grade and I've done everything with her since then. You won't find a more fun, hilarious, fair person anywhere. We have different religious beliefs but not once has she ever made me feel judged or silly about what I believe. She has never been anything less than respectful about what I believe and I appreciate that about her more than she knows. She has taught me to be fair to everyone,  no matter what. She's my best friend and I wouldn't have it any other way. 

4. This is another kid I've known forever. I met Austin back in the 4th or 5th grade and he has never failed to make me happy when I'm said since. We've always been friends, but we got closer this past year. He's the one I turn to when I've had a bad day because he knows when I don't need to talk about something, but I do need my mind off it. He's taught me to listen when someone needs a listener, and to laugh about the hard things. I'm so so glad I've been able to spend so much time with him, because he's taught me way more than he knows. 

5. This is someone I haven't known for as long as I've known my other best friends, but I feel like I've known him forever. He was really there for me through absolutely everything for a little over a year. He was the first one I turned to with good news, or when I was sad, or when I just wanted to talk. He taught me that no matter how hard life can be, there is always a reason to be happy. He is one of the strongest people I know, and also one of the happiest. He taught me that sometimes you forgive people just because life is better when you're not holding a grudge. We had some of the best times I had my senior year together and I wouldn't trade the experiences we had or the things I learned from him for anything. 

6. Growing up, and especially through his high school years, me and my brother Jordan were never close. When he left on his mission, that's really the first time we talked and got to know each other, and it was all through letters. But since he's been home, we've been way closer and I realized what I've been missing out on all these years. He taught me so much through his experiences on his mission. He went to Russia, and nothing was ideal. But he never complained once, in all the two years. He was positive and so hard working and obedient. He gave 110% on his mission, and I can see the blessings he is still receiving from it. He is such a good example to me and I love him so much. 

7. I haven't known her long, but Kaylauni has taught me so much in such a short time. It amazes me every time I talk to her how positive she is. She can take any negative situation and make it seem like it's not even a big deal. She has showed me what it really means to be Christlike in everything she does. She has showed me what it means to really prepare for a mission in actions, instead of just talking about going. She is gonna be an awesome missionary, and I'm so glad I had the chance to get to know her. 

That is most definitely her in the suit ^^ 

8. My oldest brother has always been my hero, even though he doesn't know it. He has taught me that life isn't always going to be easy. In fact, sometimes it's going to be really hard. But it goes on, and good things will always come around again. He has taught me what the definition of hard work and dedication is, and I really look up to him for that. He has taught me what it really means to not be judgmental and to wholeheartedly accept everyone. He is always there for me and knows when I need some real advice or when to feed me exactly what I want to hear. I love him so so much and am so grateful for his example. 

9. a) My little brother Brandon has taught me to love unconditionally. He has the biggest heart and quickest smile of anyone I know. He can make me smile no matter what and can laugh at anything. He's showed me what it looks like to be truly happy. 

9. b) Derek has taught me to be determined. He has showed me that no matter what it is, if you want it enough, it's possible to achieve. He has also taught me to be dedicated in what I do. He works so hard on his piano and homework, and you won't find a smarter or more dedicated 11 year old anywhere. 

As you can probably tell, they're twins. And since I think they're the cutest ever, they get lots of pictures. 

10. Last, but most certainly not least. Shelby. She was my best best friend my junior year. And she made more of a difference on my life than I think she knows. We had our ups and downs, but really the only reason we ever didn't get along is because I was being a brat. And no matte what I did, she always took me back and forgave me. She taught me that friendship isn't about all the time you spend together, or how many inside jokes you have. It's about being there when your friend needs you, no matter how rude they were or how bad they made you feel. She taught me to listen and be a good friend and I love her so much for it. 

Note: my dad would most definitely make this list, as like the first or second person. But I just barely blogged specifically about him on Father's Day, so I figured that was good enough!