Life Span Timeline

Due Date

Feb 8, 1992

The doctors predicted I would be born on this day.

Birth

Feb 14, 1992

At 12:17 p.m. this little girl was brought into the world and completed the perfect Valentines Day for her parents. My parents named me Stephanie. I weighed 7lbs 11 ounces and was 20 inches long.

First 2 years: Biosocial

Mar 18, 1992

This was the happiest night for my parents because I slept through the whole night. I was a good sleeper, and to this day I still enjoy sleeping.

First 2 years: Biosocial

Mar 22, 1992

I loved to smile at my parents. They always knew how to make me happy.

First 2 years: Biosocial

Apr 18, 1992

This was the first day I recognized my mother and father as my parents.

First 2 years: Biosocial

Jun 24, 1992

I began to sit by myself with no support.

First 2 years: Psychosocial

Jul 17, 1992

When my mother would point at me in the mirror, I would start to babble words, knowing it was me who she was pointing at.

First 2 years: Biosocial

Aug 30, 1992

I started to crawl and discover new objects such as cords.

First 2 years: Cognitive

Oct 1, 1992

I learned how to point at objects when there was something I wanted.

First 2 years: Cognitive

Oct 16, 1992

The first word that I spoke was "dada". Shortly after, I began saying "mama".

First 2 years: Psychosocial

Dec 24, 1992

I was not a happy little girl when I was placed on Santa's lap for the first time. Even though my brother was with me, I was still not happy.

First 2 years: Biosocial

Jan 9, 1993

I began holding on to objects and pulling myself up. I would mostly use the couch to pull myself up and would hold onto it.

First 2 years: Cognitive

Feb 9, 1993

I loved to play peek-a-boo with my mother.

First 2 years: Biosocial

Mar 1, 1993

I started to walk without support from my parents. I fell a couple times, but I got right back up.

First 2 years: Cognitive

Jul 17, 1993

I loved to play with dolls, buckeling them in their stroller and going for a walk around the house. Also, I loved to call my parents on my "toy" phone.

First 2 years: Cognitive

Nov 25, 1994

I loved to color, put puzzles together, and listen to books.

Early Childhood: Cognitive

Sep 4, 1995

My first day of preschool! I was excited to have new shoes, clothes, and bookbag. Once my parents left, I had mixed feelings about preschool, I did not know anyone.

Early Childhood: Biosocial

Sep 26, 1995

I started my first dance class.

Early Childhood: Biosocial

Oct 18, 1995

I began brushing teeth by myself without the help of my parents.

Early Childhood: Psychosocial

Oct 19, 1995

I had my first friend over who I met in preschool, and to this day we are still friends.

Early Childhood: Biosocial

Dec 18, 1995

I enjoyed putting puzzles together, especially Charlie Brown Christmas puzzles.

Early Childhood: Biosocial

Dec 18, 1996

I learned how to tie shoes by myself without the help from a parent. The way my parents taught me, I had a hard time with. When I was with my cousin, she showed me how to tie shoes the "bunny ear" way.

Early Childhood: Biosocial

May 25, 1998

Thanks to my outgoing dad, I learned to ride my bike without any training wheels. There were a few times I fell off, but I was encouraged to never give up.

Middle Childhood: Biosocial

Aug 12, 1998

I enjoyed eating many different types of fruits and vegetables. Also, I loved going grocery shopping with my mom and picking out different fruits and other healthy snacks for my lunch.

Middle Childhood: Cognitive

Oct 9, 1998

I began to read books with simple words. As a younger child, I loved to memorize the books my mother would read to me, and pretend I was reading with the words I learned from memorization.

Middle Childhood: Psychosocial

Jun 8, 1999

Every day I had chores to complete like making my bed before school, helping with dishes, etc. I was then given an allowance based off the chores I completed.

Middle Childhood: Cognitive

Sep 18, 2001

I grew up in a Catholic family. I attended church every Sunday and would go to religion. A bus from my church would come to the school and pick us up for religion, then we would return back to school.

Middle Childhood: Cognitive

Jan 12, 2002

I loved to learn multiplication. Having timed multipilication tests were my favorite!

Middle Childhood: Psychosocial

Nov 19, 2004

I started to compare my clothes to other girls in my school. I wanted the cutest outfit. If I liked someone's outfit, I would want to find an outfit similiar.

Adolescence: Biosocial

Dec 27, 2004

It was Christmas Break and I was home alone. It was my first day starting my period, I didn't know what was happening or what to do. I was officially growing up.

Adolescence: Cognitive

Sep 5, 2006

I started to take one of many advanced classes in high school. I am thankful I took these classes because they pushed me to try harder and prepare me for college.

Adolescence: Biosocial

Sep 10, 2006

Body image was something important to me. At 82lbs I thought I was gaining weight. I started to watch what I ate and would only eat nutritious foods such as fruit, vegetables, oatmeal, and tuna. I finally came to realize that I was the smallest person in my grade.

Adolescence: Biosocial

May 16, 2007

Five months after turning in my application at a localTheatre, I was called in for an interview. I had never been so nervous before. I recieved the job and worked at the Theatre throughout High School. I loved my job and was sad when I had to move.

Adolescence: Biosocial

Apr 10, 2009

Having a healthy lifestyle was important to me. Once spring rolled around, I was so excited. Tennis was starting back up and I continued to dance.

Adolescence: Biosocial

Dec 8, 2009

I enjoyed going out to parties, talking and hanging out with friends. Although I enjoyed going out, I learned lessons and feel that school is my main priority.

Emerging Adulthood: Cognitive

Jun 6, 2010

GRADUATION DAY! I graduated high school and was ready to continue my education in college.

Emerging Adulthood: Psychosocial

Jun 20, 2010

The day I met my best friend, my love, the person I want to spend the rest of my life with.

Emerging Adulthood: Cognitive

Sep 1, 2010

My first day of college. One of the biggest changes of my life: moving, starting college, and meeting new people. Adjusting was hard, but I kept my head high and succeeded.

Emerging Adult: Biosocial

Sep 21, 2010

Being forced to move when going to college, I was also forced to leave my job and find a new one. I started my job at Biggby Coffee and went through a week of coorporate training. This was a stressful time. Adjusting to the college life while learning many different drinks and expectations of a new job was something that took a lot of time out of my busy schedule.

Emerging Adulthood: Psychosocial

Nov 19, 2011

I have a high self esteem and positive attitude about life. I am thankful for everything I have and to have a supporting family and boyfriend, who are always encouraging me to do my best.

Adulthood: Cognitive

May 5, 2012

Graduation day with my Assoicates Degree in Health Transfer. In the fall I will start my continuing education and continue my degree in Occupational Therapy.

Adulthood: Cognitive

May 19, 2015

On this day I will complete my Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy and start seeking jobs as an Occupational Therapist. I love helping other people, and can't wait to start my career!

Adulthood: Psychosocial

Jun 27, 2015

The day I marry my best friend <3

Adulthood: Psychosocial

Aug 7, 2018

I started a family with my husband enjoying our newborn twins. I was enjoying every moment of life.

Adulthood: Biosocial

Nov 23, 2020

I continued my life with a healthy lifestyle. I was going to Zumba on weeknights and eating healthy. This made me feel young again.

Adulthood: Psychosocial

Aug 19, 2040

I enjoy spending afternoons with my parents. Every weekend I have a dinner for my parents along with family time. Even though I am a grown adult, I still enjoy spending time with my parents and taking care of them.

Adulthood: Biosocial

Aug 20, 2040

Wrinkles start to appear, along with a few grey hairs.

Late Adulthood: Psychosocial

Jul 4, 2046

After all the excitement of all the fireworks and Fourth of July festivities, the first grandchild was ready to be born.

Late Adulthood: Psychosocial

Sep 14, 2052

My retirement day. I look forward to the next years of my life with my family and grandchildren.

Late Adulthood: Biosocial

Apr 20, 2060

The excessive computer usage throughout my younger generation has taken a tole on my eyes. I now have a cataract and will soon have to have surgery on it.

Late Adulthood: Cognitive

Oct 6, 2068

Ever since I was little, I always had a great memory. To this day, my memory is still going strong. A birthday is never forgotten thanks to my memory.

Death and Dying

Mar 13, 2088

I was taken peacefully by God. I reunited with lost family and friends.