My past was immature, my self-worth was beginning to expire, and I needed to change a lot to realize what I deserved. I grew up with both parents who are incredible human beings, and an older sister who's my best friend. I remember growing up, they use to tell me, because I was girl I needed to be strong. They shaped me into the women I am today. I was involved in every sport and activity. I was considered a “tom-boy”, which I was okay with. I got good grades and surround myself with the most incredible friends. My confidence was through the roof. I knew my abilities. I knew I could conquer anything in my path. When I started dating, is when my self-worth and confidence went out the door. I forgot who I was and what I really wanted in life. I was beginning to do things I didn’t want to do. They would put me down, say disrespectful things, and my voice of opinion was beginning to fade. I knew what needed to be done and said, but I never had the courage to do it. I’ve made a lot of mistakes and regret some of my situations, especially the ones I know I could’ve avoided. It wasn’t till 2013, I had my daughter Ava. She changed my entire life. I knew that day I deserved better. I had to remind myself who I was, not who I was through their eyes, but through my daughter’s eyes. I wanted her to know what an amazing, strong, independent woman I was. I knew, April 3rd, 2013 was the perfect day to start fresh and to be back on the road to happiness. I left my bad relationships in the past, I started school, and got back into the gym. My life, my confidence, has changed tremendously. I’ve learned it’s never to late to start over, to be happy, and to enjoy your life. What doesn’t break you, only makes you stronger.