My name is Monique Paz. I grew up in San Diego and moved at the end of my eighth grade year. I loved the neighborhood; there were so many kids and things to do. My father was in the military and was gone most of my grade school years. My mom was home with my brother and I and took care of some of the kids that lived in the neighborhood. I can honestly say I had a great childhood from clubhouses to volleyball games and riding our bikes it was the best. It was sad for us to leave after so long and so many memories. The upside was that my dad would be home more so that was the best thing for us. We moved to Oxnard and it was very different we moved to Pt. Mugu base. At first I was devastated to have to meet new friends and live in a new area, but everything worked out. I met some great friends and it wasn’t the end of the world like I expected it to be.
Today I am happily married and have a wonderful son who is 19 months. I am currently a student and my husband works. After I graduated from high school in 03, I know it’s been a while. I took some classes at VC, so now I am continuing that at OC. After having my son so much changed in how I look at everything. Going back to school is huge for my husband and I he plans to finish his education, as do I. Days are busy with school working, and everyday life. My favorite time is snuggling on the couch with my family and watching a good movie.
I see a lot of good things in the future. I plan to transfer to CSUCI and finish to become a teacher. I have always had a passion for teaching and have faith that I will find a school to work at. I plan to have a house for my family and I and have another child. After I complete my schooling my husband should be finishing up his or working towards it. At that time my son will be starting school or close to it. That will most likely result in me giving him the longest hug ever and crying. I know it will be hard but I will be so proud of him at the same time. All in all the past has made me who I am today. I am enjoying my present and hopeful for the future.
I can relate you about the whole moving situation, I also had to move to a diffrent neiberhood but it all turned out great. Its great that your determined to finish your education, alot of people just quit because of many reasons like having a child, but it seems like that only gave you more motivation ttowards finishing your education. I wish you the best and hope you acomplish what you work for. (:
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed reading about your life . Seems like you are a strong person and i love the way you talk about your family.
ReplyDeleteI think it's great that your going back to school. Your husband sounds loving and supporting, and although I don't know what your son looks like, I'm sure he's as cute as a button. If you work hard I'm sure you will get to where you want to be. Just dont give up and never stop loving.
ReplyDeleteI love that you are going back to school. You will be an inspiration to your son.
ReplyDeleteI, too, can relate to the moving situation. Best wishes for your future upon being a teacher.
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