Dear Becky,

I want to share my story with you. I found out I was pregnant when I was 15 years old. I was only in 9th grade. When I told my boyfriend that I was pregnant he said “It’s Not Mine.” Knowing that it was his because he was the only one I have had sex with, I lost my virginity to him. So of course it was his.

I didn’t know what I was going to do or how to tell my mom. My mom freaked out on me but we got through it.

I am now 19 years old and have a 2 year old daughter. I remained in school and raised my daughter all on my own because my boyfriend left the state when he found out I was pregnant. I graduate at semester and I’m the top of my class! I’m starting college in January, I’m going into the Cosematology field.

I’ve been through a lot in the past two years but I am still doing it on my own and i’m very very proud of myself for that.

Syndahl

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Dear Syndahl,

hi, I’m Lisa and I help Becky at the Stand Up Girl website.

What a Stand Up Girl you are. I bet your daughter is the most beautiful little girl ever! We just love to hear stories like yours.

The father of your baby is truly missing out. He’s missing out on such a wonderful blessing of life. You are one amazing Stand Up Girl!

Thank you so very much for sharing with me.

I think your story will inspire many girls!

Luv Lisa |