The Ripple Effect

As I look back at the past year in my life, I am baffled at how little moments in my life have made a significant change on me. The ripple effect of my decisions have led me to a time in my life I'm very blessed to be at, but never thought I'd be where I am now.
It all started with me being the typical Kayla, being flirtatious to the handsome fresh produce delivery man that came to my work. And just a few weeks into our dating relationship, I got pregnant. (opps..not planned, but also not properly avoided by either of us)
And now I am a Mother to a 3 weeks old- continuing to chase after my degree, attempting to find a career I love, and still getting to know the handsome man that came into my life less than a year ago.
I look back and think... "wow, if i hadn't been working THAT particular night, I would not be where I am now." Ready for it or not, Fate had its own plans and my future was beginning right there and then.
A year ago I was only concerned with partying, making money however I saw fit, and making myself life up each day to the fullest. - And now, this little boy is at the center of my life and my day consists of figuring out if his cry means he's hungry or has a dirty diaper, and just trying to be the best Mother I can to this person.

For 21 years I have lived for myself. I had no regard for others feelings or how my actions effected them- but today I live selflessly, responsibly and finally...passionately about someone I love very much.

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