This book is a compilation of true stories I have written throughout my life that have taught me the biggest life lessons. Since I was a senior in high school and took a creative writing class, I realized that for me, writing is an outlet, a way to express my innermost thoughts, a way to process things I have gone through, and a way to express my love and gratitude for some amazing people who have helped form me into the woman I am today. As with every one of you, my life has had its twists and turns, ups and downs, losses and gains. My hope with sharing these stories is to show one person...