For those of you who asked certain things:
Why did you get pregnant so young?
It wasn't on purpose. But I believed (and still do) strongly in being responsible for my actions. After having a long extensive talk with my parents and my family. I expressed my life plans and goals and exactly what I wanted to do in my life and that I'd be the only one taking care of my pregnancy.
Who was the father and where is the father?
A mistake, a fling, an ex. Of course at my age then, I knew little about true love. I wasn't subject to falling over him just because he said "I love you". I didn't need his approval. I was just experimenting and that's where I messed up. He was 16. Where is he now? I don't know and don't care. I haven't had any contact with him in 10 years and I never told him I was pregnant. I think I heard that he actually went to jail. Who knows.
What did your parents say when you told them?
My parents are very religious folks and I was scared to talk to them at first. But I've always been close to my parents and felt the need to let them know. Surprisingly they were supportive and never mentioned aborting or anything like that. After I told them what I planned to do. They said they were proud of me and hoped to see me see things through. I still hear it from them to this day that they are very proud of me for never giving up. And as hard as the past 10 year may have been. I never accepted any help from them or anyone. Because I wanted to stick to my plan.
What kind of school does Sherri go to with only one teacher?
She goes to a small private school in the county. It's a religious curriculum (but thats because I grew up religious and wanted her to have a good education as well) I also found out that the teacher has family matters to attend to and it's not a "vacation" like Sherri had me thinking. lol. We're still going to the beach, but I think we're waiting until Friday to go.
Have you had any boyfriends?
I've had dates and guy friends. But nothing serious. Not even casual. I just haven't found (nor am I looking for) anyone who seems relatively capable of being responsible and stable enough to be in my life with my child.
Have any more questions feel free to ask I don't think I'm going back to OD, so I guess I have a lot of catching up to do. Or I could just start over fresh. Still it's nice to have a run down.
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