I am so excited to start this blog! I am in college at Jacksonville State University to be an elementary teacher. I got a bachelor's degree in 2012 in psychology. I really wanted to be a school councilor at some point. I had a tough time as a kid, and I wanted to be able to help others navigate that time in their life. I didn't have a tough time due to any particular factor. My family is great, and I grew up with a support system and several friends. In fact, I had a hard time for no reason. I found out later that I suffered from a mental illness. I struggled with depression for several years in my adolescence and even considered ending my life. Helping others is so near and dear to me, and I feel called to help children. I am currently at Walmart. I started Walmart right out of college as a manager. I have worked my way up in Walmart, and I have a wonderful career training managers. I have been training in class and via zoom for over four years now. I love Walmart, and all the opportunity it offers, but I have three small children. Sometimes I feel overwhelmed with my career, and I want to be the best mom I can. I feel like teaching will align my schedule with my children. I am also so excited to teach up and coming generations and hopefully impact their lives in a positive way.