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My darling stepsister! Poor baby went through a lot after losing her father...I was the same way when I lost my mother. So, when my father married her mother we were practically inseparable - and still are! I'm doing my part to keep the family afloat, including taking care of Rochelle!
Just try not to fall asleep while she's painting; I've learned that lesson the hard way!
Gen is the best stepsister in the whole world! I lost my father in high school, yet Gen lost her mother before that...when my mother married Gen's father it was like fate that we’d be together as a family. I was an only child but it's so nice to have a sibling - even if not by blood. As the old saying goes, 'it takes more than blood to make a family.'
I don't see Cat as often as I should, but when we do get together Cat tends to be a wallflower. However, she's very observant and perceptive. I understand she doesn't want to think she's a burden to me; well, no task is too big or too small for me to face. I don't quite understand what goes on in Cat's head, but one thing for certain is she's never alone in whatever she faces.
Gen's our designated mother figure in the group; having lost her biological mother I can see why taking care of others before herself comes naturally. She puts the "Gen" in 'generous'. As a nurse, Gen understands the needs of her patients and puts them before herself. She holds others in high esteem. Even though she takes on many responsibilities, she never loses sight of what really matters. I don't typically ask much from Gen - I'd kick myself if I ever take advantage of her - but I guess it feels nice to have that kind of attention at times.
Not only is she Cat's best friend, she's an awesome violinist. We go to the same church and she'll play at service on some days. I definitely want to collab with her. :)
Gen's great. She's like a second mother to us. We often have jam sessions with her on harp and me on violin. We go to the same church, too; we both help out with the potluck lunch after the service. Her harp playing is - well, heavenly.
Being the designated mom friend of the group, it’s no surprise that Kyra would be confused for my little sister or even my daughter just because we look similar. I get many comments about this.
Kyra is our free-spirited flower child, a hippie incarnate. She sees the natural beauty in all things, and always stands firm to her beliefs. Kyra is down to earth - figuratively and sometimes literally speaking as she’s not afraid to get her hands dirty. We volunteer together around town - delivering food to the elderly, cleaning up the beaches and forests, helping out at food banks and homeless shelters…just to name a few.
If I had a dollar for every time Gen has been confused for my older sister, I'd probably be on a yacht. Do we really look that much alike...? In any case, Gen would make a great sister - just ask Rochelle.
I don't think I've ever see anyone drink my family's homemade wine more than Gen. I wouldn't go as far as to call Gen an alcoholic, but if you've seen her during holiday parties then she can be pretty wild. I'd be the one who holds up her hair while she's blowing chunks in the ladies' room once she's had too much, but - hey, she deserves to let loose once in a while with all the work she does as a nurse.
Gen always makes sure everyone is included, and I appreciate it more than she could know. Sure, I'd rather stay at home, but I get cabin fever too. Gen always knows the best places to hang out. She always has something different for us girls. For me, we go to local restaurants and small thrift shops - plus, she knows how to get the best deals. We also do a lot of volunteer work like food delivery, cleaning the beaches and forests, and working the community gardens.
As much I've showered Gen with much praise, I think I can also say that Gen can be a bit overprotective of us if her maternal instincts get a little out of control, but it's not her fault. Gen has lived without her biological mother for so long that she had to take up that maternal role for herself at a young age, taking care of both her father and brother. At least, before her father remarried Rochelle's mom.
So...yeah. Gen has my full support and I don't mind being called her little sister.
Zani is the bold fashionista of the group. Her hair and outfits are always coordinated down to a T! As a fashion designer, Zani has an eye for what pieces of clothing compliment each other and create full outfits for any occasion. She's my shopping buddy as well as my gal pal who I can share a drink with - be it wine, rosé, coffee, tea, or even just a glass of water!
Gen is like the 'cool mom' of the group, at least in my opinion. We can sit and talk over a glass of wine or rosé for hours - be it at a bar, café, at a club, or at home. I also love her fashion sense; she can find the cutest clothes at a modest price, although I have seen her splurge on a few fancy items before - hey, she deserves it after working hard taking care of others! She's a nurse, so I typically see her come home in her scrubs, which are also cute!
Marco is a little hard for me to read at times mainly because he's the most objective person I've ever met and he's not afraid to tell it like it is. Marco has a unique way of showing he cares for others, that's for certain. Marco's not upfront about his feelings, but rather takes time to figure out what needs to be done in order to express himself fully. He's like a robot in that regard, but he's 100% human. I guess for someone who wears their heart on their sleeve, I may need to step back and think about how much of my own heart to wear on my sleeve at times.
Gen is either confused for my mother or my big sister due to our similar hair colors - it's a little embarrassing, to be honest. It's not her fault; coincidences like this yield some kind of irony in my perspective, and my sister is often mixed up in it.
Anyway, it's clear that caring for others is second nature for Gen. She has this strong maternal instinct and can read emotions very well, although when she tries to read me it's a little uncomfortable. I guess for someone who has difficulty listening to their own heart, Gen can decipher what it is my heart really wants and I very much appreciate she's the one that can do just that - not just for me, but for everyone around her.
Sutton has unwavering loyalty towards Kalle given their long history together. If there's anything about Kalle I'm not sure about, then rest assured Sutton has the answers. It's sometimes hard to hold a conversation with Sutton mostly because he's not exactly the open type. I want to know him a little better, but then again I can come off as a little pushy.
Genevieve has my utmost respect as someone who has won the heart of my best friend. As something of a mother figure, Gen puts the needs of others before her own; examples being how she is with her stepsister and her friends. As a nurse, Gen oversees the needs of her patients day in and day out. Service and devotion are admirable qualities to have, yet Genevieve can overextend herself without knowing. Her perseverance is her best asset, that’s for certain. Still, I wonder how she can accomplish so much with the little time she’s given. The only things that's off-putting is her way of getting me to talk about my personal issues; that's for only me to know, I'm afraid.