Growing up, we all hear stories of wonder and delight... of far off lands, of princes who save fair maidens, of happily-ever-afters, and are told to follow our dreams wherever they may take us. Adults tell us stories to give us hope and teach us morals, but these stories don't prepare us for the reality of life. If you had told Cinderella or Snow White that they are destined for a life of servitude and that there is no escape, that wouldn't be a happy ending now, would it? What if no prince had rescued them from their former lives? What ending do you think the story would have had?
I tell you what, those girls would have had to stand up for themselves and decide what direction they truly wanted in their lives. Most girls these days don't know how to care for themselves. I'm glad I was raised to be my own independent person. I am a strong-willed person.
Well, on my journey towards opportunity, I have had many interesting experiences. Some good, some bad, but all life-altering in some way. I've had triumphs, I've had mistakes, I've had tears, but I have powered through the tough times and learned from my faltering steps. That's what you do, you have to pick yourself back up. Never settle for almost or good enough, make sure you excel at all you do.
It is a world of survival of the fittest. Those who prepare themselves for trials will triumph and those who don't will not get where they aim.
I am on my may to greater things.
