Succeeding when life throws you spit balls:

I am giving a detailed list on things that I need to do, ways to get them achieved and when to have them all done by.

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I need to get my license.

I have already begun the process of that. I have my learner's and my step dad let me drive around a bit on Sunday. I will see if my mom will let me work on my maneuverability today before she has to leave for work. My goal is to have my license by June 30, 2007.

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I need to get a job.

I have already put in applications and have had a very promising interview with Wal*Mart, and have already done the drug test, which I know I passed. I am just waiting to hear when I start. I have been offered a rate that I have never been paid before, so of course I took it . If I do not get this job for some unknown reason, then my goal is to have a job and have already been paid for at least one(1) pay period by May 1, 2007.

STATUS: ACCOMPLISHED April 5th. First paycheck April 19th

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I need a car.

I have talked with a local women's shelter counselor about a car, once I get closer to having my license, we will start looking at deals. I am aware that I will have to have my own insurance, title, tag, etc., so my goal will be to save up enough money for it all by September 15, 2007.

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I need my own place.

Whether it be upstairs apartment, duplex, or house, I need to get out on my own. I have been somewhat on my own, paying bills etc., so I know what it takes. Since the Holiday season is rapidly approaching, I will set my goal for being on my own, at January 14, 2008.

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Nice little birthday present for myself. After most of that is said and done, I will be able to save to get a divorce. That is what I need most of all. to finally have the freedom, and the closure to put that abusive relationship behind me. What doesn't kill me makes me stronger and such seemingly meaningless platitudes as that. Only it is true. I have been told by several people that I am lucky to be alive, and that I am strong to recognize that I could leave then and that I should. I told one person that it was not strength and courage that got me through, but blinding fear and my mother.

Now that I have my goals out in the open, I can focus on how to instead of what to...