Being a single mother I had to put whatever my needs were aside to give my son the life I didn't have. He was a good student, a great athlete and he understood he couldn't have everything he wanted, but he had everything he needed. I couldn't afford to buy clothing and shoes for both of us, so I sacrificed for him. I had dreams of going to college after I graduated but the money wasn't there, not the support. When my son started his senior year I started my college journey at Post University 2018, a 56-year-old African American giving my all. I maintained a high GPA throughout my four years. My education means a lot to me, with my degree I can make a difference in the lives of those who need counseling, someone to reach out to when they feel lost and alone, feeling there's no way for a better life. I also have dreams to open a few group homes, our seniors are falling by the wayside dying alone feeling like they've been thrown away like yesterday's trash. Dealing with all I faced in my future, I look forward to helping young people believe they can achieve anything they put their minds to, I'm a believer, "it's not what they call you, it's what you and answer to. It's important for our youth to not let their negative or lack of resources decide who they are or will be. They need to help the seniors in their neighborhoods, cut their grass, ask how they are doing and what can they do for them. I would like to educate our seniors to not be afraid to ask for help. When we look out for everyone in our neighborhood everyone has a better chance at living in peace and happiness, that's my biggest obstacle, saving our youth and building up our senior. Higher education with my degree can help me get closer to my dream thank you.