What were your greatest accomplishments over the past 5 years? (Since you turned 20 years old)
First, I want to say that I am not typically the one to talk about these first couple things... But I want to say that there were MAJOR milestones that everyone could see. For example: Graduating Penn State in less than 4 years when the norm is what? 5 years? Purchasing my own car at the age of 21, starting my MBA at 23, Purchasing a house at 24, helping establish organizations within the State of Pennsylvania to bring awareness to the Haitian Culture (although they aren't all at a level I would want them to be right now, there was a lot of sweat and tears put in to them). I am proud of my experiences at BET and Lockheed Martin. All of this was only so that I can set a standard and to be somewhat of a role model to others and my family. I want others to know that, if I can do it, so can they.
Personally, I have grown into a woman. I have realized that we can't force relationships, we can't force people to like us, we can't force people to understand where we are coming from. Some people weren't meant to be together, whether it be in a romantic relationship or a friendship. It was hard for me to grasp that, but if someone isn't bringing anything to the table besides stress and drama...they have to go! But that's ok :) But just because you two weren't meant to be, doesn't mean that other person is a bad person. So it's ok that everyone else gets along with them and you don't, that's not what God wants for you. Be an adult. Learn and move on!
I have learned to love enough to let people go and that is a BIG accomplishment.
I have also struggled the last couple years (emotionally, physically, financially and spiritually), not everything that glitters is gold! That alone has afforded me experiences that will last me the rest of my life.
I have managed to establish a support system of friends that I believe I will have have for a long time. They are the GodParents of my kids, the wedding party at my wedding, my traveling companions, my confidants, the people that I trust with my life.... I must say that for a girl who doesn't get close to people fast, this alone is an accomplishment. But I don't think they realize how important they are to me. That's the next step right?
Lots going on in the past 5 years, let's see what the next 5 bring!
