Top 5 role models in my life.

1. My mom: I look up to my mom for many reasons. She has always been not only my mom but also my father figure my whole life. She is my best friend in the whole world and I know I can talk to her about anything. We have had our differences but at the end of the day I will always love her. One day I hope to have the same relationship with my daughter.
2. My friend Kayla: Just like me Kayla had a baby young. Times were rough for her and her boyfriends relationship but they made it through it. They are now married and just celebrated their one year anniversary. I know that I will never be back together with my daughters father, but I hope to find the right guy and make it through the obsticles together.
3. My grandma: My grandpa died a couple of years ago now and it was the hardest thing for my grandma. Even though times were tough she tried her hardest to stay strong. Her plans her day around activities to keep her busy and keep her mind off of the negative things in life. I hope to be a strong woman like my grandma in life.
4. My stepdad: He came into my life when I was about 6 years old. He stepped up and took over the dad role. My dad has never really been in my life, so he fixed the missing part in my life. To this day he is still here for me. He treats and loves me no differently than he would if I was his own. I think its tough for a guy to come into a broken family and be able to step up and help out where things were once missing.
5. All single moms: Sometimes guys aren't so they seem to be and don't stick around once a baby is in the picture. I think it's amazing that woman can take control and make life work without having to rely on a man.

My Christmas List

I feel like since I have Madalynne people will just get me like basic supplies for her as my present. Some of the things that I want for myself include:

• New Laptop
• GPS for my car
• New tie blankie
• New curling iron
• Hair extensions
• Nail polish - All colors, especially pink :)
• Money to help towards my car payment
• Babysitter for New Years Eve
• Happy Holiday Season

None of these things honestly matter to me. I would really just like a non-drama filled Christmas, surrounded by friends and family. Surprises make me super nervous so the gifts that come along with Christmas aren't enjoyable to me. I usually know most of the things I am getting to reduce stress. I would be perfectly fine with no presents this year as long as Madalynne has a good first Christmas.

How I plan to get 130 hours this grading period.

This grading period I don't just want to make the required 130 hours. I only have 199 hours left before graduation. I've set a very high goal for myself that I want to have my remaining 199 hours completed by Friday, December 16th. My reasoning behind that date is because my 18th birthday is the following Monday and I would like to not have to come to school or work that day. I've made a plan of attack in order to try to fulfill my hopes.

1. English: Finish Grad Doc. to finish credit.
2. U.S. History: Get to 25% on semester E2020.
3. Government: Finish E2020s and court case researches.
4. Economy: Finish E2020s.
5. Art: Post 4-6 new posts to my blog.

Succeeding in all these would mean graduation. :)

Slept all night!

I had the best sleep last night. I haven't slept so good in almost 7 months. Madalynne decided she was going to be a big girl and sleep all by herself, in her own crib, from 9pm all the way until 7am this morning. I woke up so refreshed and happy. I hope she has over came her fear of the crib and will start sleeping like this more often!!

ALC

The ALC has helped lead me down a road of success. Before I came to the ALC I was failing many classes and behind on so much work due to morning sickness that comes along with being pregnant. There were some weeks that I couldn't go to school at all because I felt so terrible. On the days I tried to tough it out and go, I couldn't even focus in class. After missing almost two whole weeks of school I knew that I needed something to change or I was going to fail the whole school year and have to redo it. I decided that we should call and set up a meeting to talk with the ALC. The director was kind enough to schedule one and look at my options. He indicated that if I could get my current grades at the high school above a F he would be able to give me credit for the time spent in those classes. All I could think of is how great that was!!! I chose to come to the afternoon session so that I could sleep in a little and let the morning sickness pass, have a quick lunch, and head to school. I was so nervous the first day starting, I really didn't know what to expect. When I actually arrived at school the teachers were all so kind and welcoming. I had a fabulous experience the first day. They all helped me to understand what was expected and ideas about how to earn credit. Now that my daughter is born I would never even think about transferring back to the high school. The ALC offers the flexibility I need to be able to get Madalynne up and ready before I head out the door for school, without having to wake up at 5:30am. I love that you don't have homework that is due each day. Instead you can do your work on your own schedule as long as you are using good use of your time. The teachers are always more than happy to give you work for credit as long as you ask them. I have never found it hard to maintain at least 130 hours in a grading period. As of now I'm on track to graduate early. I know that I would have never been in this situation if it wasn't for the ALC and all the caring teachers there. I am so thankful that I chose to look into transferring. :)

Amazing Flat Iron

Who wouldn't want an mp3 built right in to their flat iron? This caught my eye and I'd completely buy it! I love listening to music while getting ready, with this you could have it all in one. Why didn't I think of this?

Yer & The Tiger