Where do I start? As early as a small child we are trying to learn who we are, where we fit in, who we are suppose to be and what we are suppose to do. For many years I didn’t think I belonged, I didn’t feel worthy, I felt beaten and wondered who I was and if I belonged? I have already shared with you that I had a child at the young age of 16. I have already shared with you that my father told me that I would not be anything. That is my history, but it did not define who I am today.
Life, it teaches use lots of lessons. Some of them are “good” lessons and some “bad”. One thing that I have learned is that you can be a better person because of them or you can choose to be defeated. The choice is up to you. If there is any young girls out there that can relate to my 16 and pregnant story, I want you to listen to these next few words.
We all have a story. We all have circumstances that we feel are out of our control. We can be overwhelmed with life. What I want you to know is I understand, I can relate, I feel your pain. I also want you to know that you’ve got this. Let me explain- years ago, when I was in your shoes I felt the same way. However, I want you to know that God has a purpose for your life. Don’t give up, don’t feel defeated. I look back on those days often and wonder how did I get past that? How did I have the courage to go back to school and finish my senior year of high school with a baby to care for? How did I do it? Perseverance, determination and grit. Even though I was scared, I was nervous about how I was going to take care of this child and myself at a young age. I knew that I had to do it. So, if I can rose above that, so can you!
I also had a great person to cheer me on. Without her I don’t know what I would have done. That person was my aunt. She loved me and believed in me. She wanted the best for me and invested in me. Find that person in your life that can be that strengthen for you when you don’t have it. If you don’t have that person in your life, let me know. I will help you find your way. Why, because your life matters!
You Define Who You Are! 