In just a short seven months my life has drastically changed for the better. I got the courage to leave a three year abusive relationship, found the man of my dreams, who had been right under my nose for five years, got my first job, at nineteen, bought my dream car, a convertible, and got myself back in college, despite all odds and negativity from people around me. I have worked very hard and defeated all odds to be where I am in such a short period of time. This past eight months has unquestionably been a huge accomplishment in my life. …
