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Got my first dog
My first dog's name was Daisy and she quickly became my best friend. I played with her every day when I was a kid. -
My first dog died
Daisy was my best friend, so it was very hard for younger me when she died. -
My sister goes to college
My sister went to the University of Arkansas, and I went from seeing her every day to once every few months when she comes home for work at the hospital. -
Coming out
I came out as gay to my mom in 2022 and it was not received well. This was a formative event for me, as it transformed my family life and damaged my self esteem severely. -
Meeting Tori
I met Tori in Honors Accelerated Precalc BC last year, and our friendship blossomed into something that has had a great impact on my life. -
Graduation Day
This will be a moment of pride for me and everyone around me. -
Going to college
It will be a huge deal to me to move away from my family and this place to experience the next chapter of my life. -
Graduating from college
I do not know where I plan on going to college, but graduating will be a massive achievement for me and a milestone in my life. -
Getting my first job
My goal is to get a job in some computer science field in a major city somewhere towards the East Coast. -
Getting married
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What does your time line tell you about yourself?
My timeline tells me that my life has been shaped by the people (and dogs) in it. My relationship with my mom has harmed my ego, but my friendship with Daisy and my sister helped me develop socially. But, my future timeline tells me that I have a lot of promise for my future and much to look forward to. -
How different would you be if you could have changed one or two events along your line?
I would be very different if I could change my coming out to my mom, because I would have told my dad instead and would have found acceptance. I would likely still have a relationship with my family, and my personality would be different as well. Most importantly for development, I would have a strong support system. -
How flexible or fixed does your future seem to be?
My future seems very flexible because I still get to choose my college, future career, and life partner. For me, the dates I selected were rough estimates and not specific needs. I will go to school, graduate, find a job and someone I love, all in time. I have been fortunate enough that there are many doors open to me and I have a lot of control over where my life takes me.