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Happy Bornday
I was born February 27th, 2000 in Chicago, Illinois to Latonya and James Whittington. -
Surgery day
When I was two years old, I had to undergo a major surgery to my head because of the way I came out of the womb at birth. The surgery caused me poor vision in one of my eyes. Which is why I wear glasses. -
Welcome lil bro
On December 20th, 2002, my first sibling was born, James Jr. We fought all the time and of course I was the one who always got in trouble! -
My baby sister
On June 2nd, 2006, my mother gave birth to my second sibling, Jamya. I had always wanted a sister because my brother became annoying. -
Another Brother?!
On May 15th, 2008, my mother gave birth to my second brother, Jamell. Who over time has become my favorite sibling! (don't tell the others). -
House fire
In April of 2013 our family home caught on fire in the middle of the night due to an old pipe that exploded in the bathroom. Our family had to live in a hotel for over a month including my dad's parents. -
8th grade graduate
on May 20th, 2014, I graduated 8th grade from Suder Montessori Magnet School. -
Our first dog
In 2015, a family wanted to put their little puppy out on the street and let him fend for himself. My mom decided that instead of calling the Animal control, that we could keep him for ourselves. We decided to name him Howie because all he did was howl. -
Trip to New York
For my 15th Birthday, my aunt surprised me with a trip to New York City. It was the best gift ever although it was freezing in New York. -
Moving day forever
On October 31st, 2015, My parents made the biggest change to my life! We moved from my home city of Chicago, IL to Bloomington- Normal, IL. It was the hardest thing for me because I was 15 and leaving everyone and everything I knew behind. -
First job
in July 2017 I got my first real job at Fannie May Chocolates in the mall! -
New Car
in 2018, I got my very first car. Although it wasn't new, it was mine! -
High School Graduate
On May 26, 2018, I graduated from Normal Community West High School. -
Official Concert
On August 14, 2018, I went to my first official concert, On The Run ii featuring Beyoncé and Jay- Z. It was the only thing I asked for on my birthday! -
First year in college
Fall of 2018, I started my first year of college at Heartland Community College. Mainly because I wasn't exactly sure what I wanted to do in my future. -
New School, who dis?
During my second year of college, I decided I want to be an early childhood educator and I transferred to Illinois State University
