i hope i get what i want. that degree, the license, peace, stability, a life my parents can be proud of, becoming the woman of my dreams and a version of me that's healed, happy, and finally living the life i always prayed for. i hope one day all the hard work, sleepless nights, silent breakdowns, and sacrifices finally make sense. i hope i stop doubting myself and start seeing how far i've already come. i pray that God leads me to the right people, the right opportunities, and the life meant for me. not a perfect life, but a peaceful one. a life where my heart no longer feels heavy all the time.