Update!

So it's been about a month and I just wanted to give everyone an update that I'm doing well and meeting my goals so far!

I have taken the Praxistest for the state and passed two of the four subjects. I have turned in my application for the teaching program. I have a group interview set up for March 8th so that I can get into the program. I have been eating healthy and trying to be as happy as I can.

The one goal I haven't made any progress on is religion. I know the church is true, but I can't seem to get myself to the place of following the teachings. I'm trying to figure out why or what may be causing my lack of motivation, but haven't figured that out yet. My cousin Iris is getting baptized on March 2, 2013 and that will be a good experience for me to attend and to see if I can find the answers there.

Choosing to be happy isn't always easy, as many of you know, but I'm doing better at it. I'm not letting silly, petty things trouble me as much as they used to. I need to be happy for me and learn to have a say in my life and do the things I want to do.

Don't be afraid to stick up for yourself and pursue the goals that you want for yourself. It will make you happier in the long run and it will help you see the bigger picture of life. Once you figure out who you are, you can begin to help those around you.