Jeannette Aguado

Yes, im young, but as the days go by, i am slowly growing up; becoming a young lady. I have had my moments. Like everyone else, I too have made plenty of mistakes, but I have also learned from them. There have been many times where I have wanted to give up, but then i remind myself that giving up is not an option. As a little girl, I always thought that life was going to be easy, but it was not until i grew older, that i realized that life was all about growing up and working hard. I have come torealize that life gets tougher and that no matter what, each day will be challenging. Everything I have, is just a reminder of how much and how hard I have worked. I refuse to let anyone get in the way of my success, only because I feel that I deserve nothing but the best. There are times when I wonder how different my life would be if I did not have certain things as well as certain people in my life. The people in my life have changed me in so many ways, some good and others not so good. I have met people that as time had passed, hurt me, but I do not dwell on the pain, only because those people made me realize that I am better off without them; They have made me stronger. My family and friends are very important to me. I try my hardest to keep everyone happy, even if that means I am not. My family is my back bone and without them I would be nothing. I put them first. They have helped me in so many ways, I will forever be greatful. I am truly blessed.

I have been hurt, betrayed, lied to, etc., but i still remain stay strong. I will not let those who hurt me, define who I am. I will continue to strive. I will work hard, stay focused, live life, love a lot and laugh until I cry.

_A teenage girl_