Focused and Goal Oriented: Definitely not Swayed

                           My daughter acting as Hero in "Much to do About Nothing"


I have watched my daughter set goals for herself, and even when the goals seemed like they would not be realized she would continue to work at those goals until they are accomplished. My husband and I admire our daughter's strength and perseverance.  Once my daughter believes that she has set a goal that is right for her she is not likely to be swayed from that goal by any challenges or temptations.

 My daughter loves acting, and during her freshman and sophomore years she was only getting small parts in school plays. Nevertheless, she believed that she would get a leading role before she graduated. Therefore, she continued to audition and even if she got a small part she would act to the best of her abilities. Once she was a spoon in Beauty and the Beast and she said, "Mom, I will be the best spoon." In that play I must say she shined in that small part because she gave it her all. She eventually got bigger and bigger roles in her junior and senior years and got leading parts in the high school plays. With perseverance and a never give up attitude she had her dream realized of acting in leading parts in two high school plays.

My daughter used the same determination that she used in acting in her academic work and college selection. She worked hard throughout high school, carrying a full load of courses throughout the four years of high school. After graduation she had many offers from colleges that she could choose from. From the list of colleges that wanted her she chose the college that she believes would help her meet the goals that she has for herself. The goals that she has set for herself are not easily attained but I have watched her worked hard to keep on track so that she can accomplish her goals. Each semester she takes 16 credits and also work during the semester. Each semester with God's help she has come out with very high GPA. She has completed half of her journey and with God's help she will complete the second half. Her success is also based on prayer, family and friend support systems, church family, and the school system.

We are also very proud of our daughter and we admire her determination to tackle challenging situations. We fully give her our support as she work to accomplish her goals.

Because I believe that we all need strength from a higher power as we tackle our daily tasks and our life's goals, I pray for the strength of our daughter and for all other daughters who are working on their life's goals. May God give you daily strength to accomplish all the plans that you have for your life. Amen.

Be Blessed,

Joy