I did it! After 10 years of dreaming of becoming a nurse, I finally graduated nursing school! It's been 10 years since I received my CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) in 2001 at the age of 17. It's weird to think back and realize how far I've come. I've been very blessed in my life to have so many family members and friends who have supported me and encouraged me to keep going. Justin has been my biggest strength. He has cheered me on, listened to me cry (and sometimes scream), and never let me give up. Thanks you, Justin for believing in me! And also a special thanks to Jackson for being such a good boy and letting mommy study for all those long hours!

Now on to the next obstacle--passing the NCLEX which is the Nursing Licensing Exam. Here's some pics.

Aunt Lynn, Grandma Gregerson, Grandma Tiller, my Mom and Dad, Justin, Justin's mom (Sharlene) and Aunt Chris. Thanks for coming! And thanks to Aunt Jenny for taking the picture-you did a great job!

Reciting the Florence Nightingale Pledge

My nursing friends

Getting my "diploma" from Claudia. Claudia was the head of the testing center. She was a big part of my nursing school experience. Every test day she was there for us.

This is the only picture I got of just me and Justin. That's the downside of having a husband who is a photographer, no one else knows how to work his camera. All the shots turned out blurry except this kissing one. :)

Me and my Dad! Besides Justin, he is my biggest supporter. Thanks Dad for always being there for me and seeing my potential. I love you!!!