Growing Up With Guilt

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I never thought that at I would be expecting my first child this early. Growing up, I was always told no one has children until they have been married, graduated college, and had the career of their dreams. I may be going backwards; however, it doesn’t mean that I am going to be any less successful. I have been constantly supported by my parents and family, along with a loving fiancé. Along with being frightening, it is also thrilling. My chance of doing whatever I want may be gone, as well as many people will look at me with shame, I believe that everything happens for a reason. Furthermore, I am prepared to take on this journey.

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