You look back at all the things that could have been done to avoid it and it is embarrassing. I realized that I just didn't work hard enough. Now, I look forward to being able to finish and be the first in my family with a college degree.

He's harder on me than anybody else. If I'm not doing something right, he tells me and takes it personally. Having him around has really been a blessing and I'm thankful to have him in my corner.

There were a lot of different things. The choir was a good addition. It's nice to get a little gospel here and there.