Well, I must admit I hadn't really thought of a woman as a "knight in shining armor", so I had to look up what that could me. This is what I found:
Bravery-Facing fears and challenges head-on Loyalty-Standing by loved ones and commitments Selflessness-Prioritizing others' needs over personal gain Protectorate-Defending those who cannot defend themselves Integrity-Upholding moral principles and honesty Compassion- Showing kindness and understanding in difficult situations
Using this definition, I do know a woman who is my"knight in shining armour"
All my life, I have felt like I didn't belong, like I wasn't understood by anyone, and like there was no one else like me. That is, until my oldest granddaughter ( she is my adopted daughter) came into this world. She understood everything I was about because she is much the same.
She makes me feel loved, really loved, because of who I am. When I am down in the depths of depression, she is there to lift me out. When I don't think I can do something, she is there to remind me I can. When I feel stupid or second-guess something I did, she understands and shows me all the ways I wasn't stupid. When an innocent animal or person needs protection and help, she is there. When one of her siblings,who struggle with stronger disabilities than she does, are being treated unfairly, she defends them in a calm manner, and makes others feel compassion for them. She has high moral standards and is completely honest in everything she does... This list could get so very long.
Most people call her my mini-me,and this is true. She is very much like I am, and because of that, I don't feel all alone in the world anymore. She is my best friend and I am hers. This has a sad side, too, though.I know how very lonely it is to walk in this world when no one understands you. Because of this, I worry deeply about how she will get along after my death. She does too. :-(
I guess this is why I keep trying so hard to get healthier and stay healthy. I know she will be able to function just fine without me, but there is a difference between being able to function in the world and being completely understood and accepted by someone. I am not sure if any of this makes sense. I am having a bit of an off day, but if I do have a female "knight in shining armour," it would be my granddaughter.
EVERY letter of every word of your amazing comment makes sense... and much, much more. Like me, I doubt anyone can read this without getting misty-eyed.
@rinkydinkydoink Thank you for your kind and understanding comment. Thank you for always being gentle and considerate in your interaction with me. I cannot explain how much this means to me. Thank you for best comment as well.🙂
