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Even though I got put out at 16, I had actually been in the streets so to speak since the age of 13. I have always looked older than what I was, going to clubs, and partying Thurs-Sun, quitting school, just didnt give a damn, but being put out at 16 and pregnant made me a stronger person. Had that not happened to me, I would probably not made it to 17 thus not be here today. So I am thankful for everything I have seen and been through in my life. I didnt run with gangs and all, but I was hanging around several "Dope Boys", and you know, they honestly kind of helped take care of me. They would take me to my doctor appts. made sure I had food to eat, bought me clothes when I was pregnant, etc.... I dont live no where near the lifestyle I did back then, but I dont forget where I came from, and would NEVER allow my children to go through the things I went through. God gave me my son at 16, had him at 17, got my GED and my first, low income apt. at 17, put myself through college at 18-19, and began Managing the apts where we lived at 19, and so on...... Came a long way, and DAMN PROUD OF MYSELF AND THANK GOD DAILY!!!!! |
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You know, no one knows what one person or another has been through in their lives, but I will be the first to tell anyone my struggles!!! People see me today, and the very fortunate life that I am able to NOW provide for me and my 2 blessings, and would never guess that I was a high school drop out, or that I have a son that I dont know who his father is because I was date raped at 16, or that each and every day for MANY MANY years I did not get to see my son because I was working at Krystals by night, and in class by day, and slept in between. I feel as though my calling, so to speak, is to be a speaker for young teenage girls, open a non-profit organization for such. This is my passion, where my heart is. I feel I can help young women find their way when they are at a point that they dont know what to do. I have been there and done that, and survived, and they are not alone, and they need to know this. I do not judge anyone, under no circumstances and I raise my children to realize that we are very blessed, and never to judge anyone for what they have or dont have. There are reasons behind everything. Sorry so long! |
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You know, no one knows what one person or another has been through in their lives, but I will be the first to tell anyone my struggles!!! People see me today, and the very fortunate life that I am able to NOW provide for me and my 2 blessings, and would never guess that I was a high school drop out, or that I have a son that I dont know who his father is because I was date raped at 16, or that each and every day for MANY MANY years I did not get to see my son because I was working at Krystals by night, and in class by day, and slept in between. I feel as though my calling, so to speak, is to be a speaker for young teenage girls, open a non-profit organization for such. This is my passion, where my heart is. I feel I can help young women find their way when they are at a point that they dont know what to do. I have been there and done that, and survived, and they are not alone, and they need to know this. I do not judge anyone, under no circumstances and I raise my children to realize that we are very blessed, and never to judge anyone for what they have or dont have. There are reasons behind everything. Sorry so long! |
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You know, no one knows what one person or another has been through in their lives, but I will be the first to tell anyone my struggles!!! People see me today, and the very fortunate life that I am able to NOW provide for me and my 2 blessings, and would never guess that I was a high school drop out, or that I have a son that I dont know who his father is because I was date raped at 16, or that each and every day for MANY MANY years I did not get to see my son because I was working at Krystals by night, and in class by day, and slept in between. I feel as though my calling, so to speak, is to be a speaker for young teenage girls, open a non-profit organization for such. This is my passion, where my heart is. I feel I can help young women find their way when they are at a point that they dont know what to do. I have been there and done that, and survived, and they are not alone, and they need to know this. I do not judge anyone, under no circumstances and I raise my children to realize that we are very blessed, and never to judge anyone for what they have or dont have. There are reasons behind everything. Sorry so long! |
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You know, no one knows what one person or another has been through in their lives, but I will be the first to tell anyone my struggles!!! People see me today, and the very fortunate life that I am able to NOW provide for me and my 2 blessings, and would never guess that I was a high school drop out, or that I have a son that I dont know who his father is because I was date raped at 16, or that each and every day for MANY MANY years I did not get to see my son because I was working at Krystals by night, and in class by day, and slept in between. I feel as though my calling, so to speak, is to be a speaker for young teenage girls, open a non-profit organization for such. This is my passion, where my heart is. I feel I can help young women find their way when they are at a point that they dont know what to do. I have been there and done that, and survived, and they are not alone, and they need to know this. I do not judge anyone, under no circumstances and I raise my children to realize that we are very blessed, and never to judge anyone for what they have or dont have. There are reasons behind everything. Sorry so long! |
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You know, no one knows what one person or another has been through in their lives, but I will be the first to tell anyone my struggles!!! People see me today, and the very fortunate life that I am able to NOW provide for me and my 2 blessings, and would never guess that I was a high school drop out, or that I have a son that I dont know who his father is because I was date raped at 16, or that each and every day for MANY MANY years I did not get to see my son because I was working at Krystals by night, and in class by day, and slept in between. I feel as though my calling, so to speak, is to be a speaker for young teenage girls, open a non-profit organization for such. This is my passion, where my heart is. I feel I can help young women find their way when they are at a point that they dont know what to do. I have been there and done that, and survived, and they are not alone, and they need to know this. I do not judge anyone, under no circumstances and I raise my children to realize that we are very blessed, and never to judge anyone for what they have or dont have. There are reasons behind everything. Sorry so long! |
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Wow! You should write a book! Tell us some stories please!
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Wow! You should write a book! Tell us some stories please! That was totally uncalled for! |
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Wow! You should write a book! Tell us some stories please! That was totally uncalled for! What? No I'm serious.. I want to know what it's really like. I wasn't being rude. You totally misunderstood my intention. |
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You know what? All I was doing was taking interest in the conversation. I saw something on television about some people who live on the street. It's really a sad thing. I just wanted to hear some stories because I was genuinely interested in what you all had to say. But I guess I shouldn't have. Sorry if I offending anyone. I'll be leaving now. Good night.
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ever lived in the streets ? i have , i grew up in the streets and use to run with street gangs for along time No... But I slept in a tent once. That must count for something! |
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