I’m finding myself in that place where I know what I want in life and I want it so passionately that I have no clue what to do. I want kids and it’s a feeling and desire that won’t ever go away until that chance comes along. I hate saying it because I know how people are about it, but I’ve had teens ask me for advice about it before and I feel like if you think you can do it, then prove the world wrong, but know it’s going to be hard. And I know I can raise a baby even though I’m 18 years old. I know it will be hard, but I’m prepared. I would adopt and be a single parent right now if I could, but of course, people want a family; a mom and dad that can raise a baby together, not an 18-year-old who wants to love and give a child the world. It’s gone through my head a million times over how I would love to adopt or have custody even if it’s just for a little while. I know I could do it. I’m taking a year off school because it’s not something I completely want right now. If anything, take a few classes online just so I don’t loose the habit.  Focusing on me the past few months has made me realize so much and it’s hard being who you are when it seems the world is against you.