Mother, aunt, sister, friend, lawyer, broker, mentor, teacher, life-long student. As a child I was sad, alone and scared. I was born poor. I had to work hard to overcome poverty. My entire adult life I have worked 2 jobs and up to 80 hours a week. I remember everyday the people who treated me poorly when I had no mother, father, or family around me to support me. But I'm a survivor. I took on poverty, I looked it in the face and said, "BYE". I'd tell a 12 year old me to enjoy the life you have and not to worry about tomorrow because you WILL have the ability to change your circumstances. Just hang on. I often feel not good enough and like I don't fit in. I'm insecure about my butt - It's too flat. I love my smile though. I wish there was more compassion and fewer selfish people in the world. To me, success is helping others. Happiness is found when you help others without expectations or conditions. Beauty is found in a kind heart. I've learned communication is the main ingredient to a strong relationship. I've been married and divorced twice. Growing up without love trains you to keep your feelings to yourself. I've learned that keeping things inside can hurt the people who love you- they are not mind readers. I wish women supported each other more and gossiped less. In 10 years I hope to be working in the community helping people and improving the quality of life for those also impacted by poverty. I am proud of my mind. I am Linda and I feel most alive when I am standing at the shore and looking out into the ocean. I know then life is infinity.

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