Went on to Aurora University and lived in the dorm for three years and got a Bachelor's degree in recreation. Worked at the Fairview Baptist Home in Downers Grove for 14 years.
She was like a mother to everyone and even had her as a professor in College which led me to transfer to Aurora University. She got me a paying job at the South Campus bookstore when I didn't need a job.
People have the tendency to say "If I only knew then what I know now." If you had the opportunity now to give your 17-year old self advice, what would it be?
Always stay positive and know what's out there for you in the future.
