Fulfilled my Cup

Someone recently put it out there that they believe I am lacking and unfulfilled in my life because of how I identify myself. Let me put to rest any notion that I am not fulfilled. My identity is based on who and what I am. I commit myself fully to all important aspects of my life, making sure to not spread myself too thin. At this point in my life, I have learned how disruptive it is to my serenity and those who are important to me if I overload myself with too many projects, tasks and goals to achieve any of them to the best of my ability. Overwhelmed is not a word you will hear me use, nor will I use underwhelmed - after all, balance and stability is what I require in my life to be satisfied.

What words do I use to describe or identify myself? Mom, partner, friend, employee, artist are the highlights of my descriptors. Each and every one of those titles make me immensely proud:

Mom - I have three wonderfully unique children of my own and the MC's bright little spark. I am ecstatic to spend time with all of them. They mutually share our joys like gardening, going for walks, cooking, playing games and the occasional movie. At any given moment, it's likely to see any and all of the four clamoring for my attention and hanging on me. It is a blessing to offer these children love and stability, carefully culturing them into amazing people. If the love of the children in your life doesn't pour quite a bit into your fulfillment cup, you are missing out.
Partner - As my readers are aware I have an MC (Male Companion) that is what we call each other for now, MC and FC, but we are partners. Partners to us means sharing. That is all aspects of our lives. Both of us have jobs that bring in similar income and my money goes into the same account as his so we share the expenses and benefits. The housework is shared as equally as possible, inside the house and out in the yard. Most importantly is the thoughts, ideas, conversations, love and spirituality that we share. We are constantly communicating and it makes this partnership flourish!
Friend - I don't have any family in my life, so my friends are the family I choose to have. That makes these connections so much sweeter. There isn't any obligation or pressure here, just simple appreciation and desire to spend time together and enrich each other's lives. I have true friends, I mean the ones that you can tell anything to. The kind that won't sugar coat something and make you think things are all roses when there is trouble. I reciprocate every bit of that. You guys and gals are stellar! I am grateful that we have extended ourselves.
Employee - This one is pretty clear cut. I have a job that pays me money. My boss is a lot of fun and truly appreciates me. It might not be cool to say it, but we are friends. We trade jabs, joke, help each other in our personal lives. My office manager is a rock. She has got you covered and can handle just about anything. She is caring and concerned. We share so much of our lives. I am very fortunate to have a job where we get along, have some understanding without all the back-biting bullshit.
Artist - I am the queen of crafty. The MC's mom and sisters get a chuckle out of it. Creating gives me a sense of release. Whether it's making jewelry, singing, writing, culinary whimsy, drawing or any other of my crafty endeavors - it gives me a chance to feel special and unique.

So I don't have an litany of surface friends (surface friends don't have much substance or quality to them) I don't need that. I don't have any great accolades to my name. My life isn't a whirlwind of excitement, but it is full and busy. I couldn't tell you the first thing about tv shows and could care less who Snooki is or what tattoo show is on now, shows about pregnant teens do nothing for me. I am far too busy watching the seasons change and enjoying time with the family. This life I have is sufficient and gratifying. I am fulfilled and content with what I am and who surrounds me. Contentment is fulfilling to me and I couldn't be more thrilled with the appreciation of everyday events that make this life so sweet.