I am what I am today because of where I have been; I wouldn’t change a thing.  Hindsight has been a beautiful thing in my life.  The reason I can persevere and move through life’s challenges is that I have true faith. Seldom do I look back on the past.  Although the past has made me who I am today, I choose to focus on the present.  I have beautiful memories that bring me joy at different moments throughout my life.  However, I believe those moments of joy are pieces to the puzzle of my life, and I…