I'm Lauren,

I'm independent. I'm patient. I'm different.

I'm charming. I'm dedicated. I'm careful.

I'm playful. I'm hopeful. I'm vain. I'm strong.

I'm confident. I'm intelligent. I'm hardworking.

I'm still working on it, but I'm happy with it so far.

I am Lauren and I'm 17 years old. I feel so fortunate to have the life I have, and although it's no where near perfect, it's mine and it's beautiful. I've discovered that I have some incredible people that have been placed into my life. There are moments when I take a step back and examine the indivduals sourounding me and I can't help but feel so blessed to have such genuine, good humans so close to me. I endeavor daily to be one of those humans in this world. I endeavor daily to see the beauty in the things that are not beautiful, to do the right thing even when it's inconvenient, to listen to those who are longing for someone to listen... I guess really, I just want to be good. I know this will be a life long mission, but I'm eager to see what this mission has in store for me.