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Road Map of Life Link Up from Renee's Joy Journey

Funny how when asked where do you see yourself in 5 years I usually do not have an immediate answer. 5 Years ago it would have been get a degree, have my second child and get a teaching job. Lucky enough ... so said so done. I was fortunate to acquire a Degree in Literature, have my second child (blessed baby girl) and got a teaching job in a private school that my husband originally went to. So how set with Renee's challenge I have to ask myself that question again.

Where do I see myself in 5 years????

Short Term Goals would be this summer holiday planned at the end of the month. I am taking my son to Universal Studios. Personally he started getting night seizures at the beginning of the year, and seeing what we both went through we both need a little break. I am also hoping to have a family outing with the husband and 2 kids, but that will probably be Down the Islands (Trinidad). 
 
Another one of my short term goals is to repaint my home and probably get some floor boards down on the lower level of the house. Plus start preparing for Christmas. With over 40 presents to purchase I tend to start from the September month. 

Long Term Goals would be to get my Masters in Education which will take about 2 years of studies. This is something I really want to do for myself. Also I would love to get one of my books published. This is something I have to put in the forefront to achieve.

Another long term goal is to (please God) have my son complete the medication he is taking for his night seizures and hope that the treatment was effective enough to stop it.

Most importantly I hope to appreciate and enjoy life. 
I hope not to take life and love for granted and respect all those who come into my life. 
I hope that whoever I meet I give them good vibrations and a positive outlook.
I hope to laugh a lot, cry a little and keep those most precious to me close. 



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  1. I've nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award!

    http://www.momontherunx2.com/2012/07/ive-been-nominated-for-versatile.html

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  2. Jillian,

    I like your vision for the next five years. I'm saying prayer that your little boy will be healed from the night seizures.

    Blessings, Renee

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  3. Hi there!
    Thanks for stopping by ATA Girls! I am definitely following back, and really enjoy your blog!
    You might also find some interesting things on my other blog fosterparentrescue.blogspot.com.
    Good luck with all your projects and your little one! I will be following along...

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  4. Wonderful goals :) I am a former teacher, and now I stay at home with out little girl. I see you have a degree in Literature. Does that make you a hs English teacher? I was a hs English and Journalism teacher!

    Many prayers for your son; I hope that the medication gets the results you are looking for.

    Thanks for stopping by Call Her Happy. I am having fun poking around here as well :)

    Jenna
    callherhappy.com

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  5. LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS post- following you back! :)

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  6. Following you back from Hop Along Friday. :) Thanks so much for following me! Can't wait to read your blog.

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  7. good to have goals, isn't it?! go for it!!

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