Wake Up and Smell The Roses...

Three years ago, if you knew me, you would be able to see pretty quick that I really only cared about myself. I was also misbehaving and getting into trouble, so along with being selfish, you can add completely irresponsible to that list. I would do whatever it was I wanted to when I wanted to without any thought of consequences. Soon after that three years ago point in my life; I met the woman of my dreams. We got along so well and just clicked right from the beginning. One and three-quarter years ago, Naomi, my now fiancé, found out that she was pregnant with our daughter, Taylor. We were really excited for this unplanned miracle. But unfortunately, I still had some growing up to do and I needed to do it fast. Shortly after that, we had put forth some serious future plans. We knew from day one of meeting each other that we were meant to be, so we talked about getting married. We also talked about getting into college and getting a degree. Basically, all the important steps in life in order to be a great parent for our kids. Ten months had passed since we found out she was pregnant, all the sudden in the middle of the night, I get a punched and told to get the car ready because Taylor was coming whether we were ready or not. We made our way to the hospital to deliver our precious little princess. I’m not going to lie; I was definitely crying tears of joy. It was the happiest day of my life by far. After Taylor was born it hit me real quick, I had concluded that some things needed to change in my behavior and attitude towards life. This is when I knew that from here on out it wasn’t just about me anymore. I need to put my family before myself in order to have a happy one and be the best dad I can be. Now, my family comes first and I worry about myself last and before I do anything, I make sure there is not going to be any negative consequences that would prevent me from being taken away from my family. So here I am today, going to college so I can provide for my family and continue to live life positive and happy as can be.