i am now a college graduate

to say that i am proud of myself would be an understatement.

i have so many people to thank for their love and support, it would be impossible to put into words my true feelings about those people.

First, to my children. You both are my biggest motivation and were also my biggest deterrent. You are the reason I have gotten this far, and the reason I will never give up trying my hardest. I LOVE you both so much. I am sorry for the times that I just couldn't put my textbooks down to give you the snuggles I wanted to give you, but I know that you will understand someday. I know that you will benefit tenfold from my hard work and I am proud to be able to lead by example and will be able to encourage you both to work hard in your futures. Thank you for loving me unconditionally.

To my parents, because I owe my life to you. You gave me the tools to grow. I love you. Thank you for your support.

To my friends, because without your support in times when I wasn't feeling as confident as I should've, you pushed me and reassured me. Thank you. I love you all. Even you.

To my babysitter, because honestly? She is like a second mom to my children. She loves and cares for my children as they were her own and I will never be able to thank her enough for being such an amazing human being. I am SO thankful to have you in my life. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I love you for this.