Introduction

Many times I was called things which were not pleasing to hear, but I never let that get in my way. I had dreams of being somebody, but I pushed them to the side because anybody can have dreams. I always felt different about myself, but I couldn’t explain it.

Realization

Being told constantly that I was different from my mother never settled in until now. After finding myself, I made myself a promise to never let myself be lost again.

Diamond Crystal Hayes

November 25, 2004