WOW Lauren turned 17 and the difference in 16 and 17 actually happens over night. Suddenly she looks older,acts older and it completely different. I am so proud of her for everything she does. I am also proud of the fact she has made it to 17 and beat the odds of becoming a 16 year old parent since she was born to one. I know most of it has to do with my parenting but she also makes positive choices. She has goals and will achieve them.
Now when she turns 18 we will be having a celebration! It is so important to me to continue to educate these kids on the importance on making good choices,being responsible and respecting yourself.