Day 1 — Struggles & Wins (get real) 5 Struggles - My parents separated when I was a baby, so I was mostly raised by my grandmother. Both my mom and dad went on to start their own families and lives, and because of that I’ve always felt a sense of disconnect and emotional distance from them. - I became a dad at a very young age (17)I got my girl pregnant and I had to dropped out of high school so I can get a “big boy” job to take care of my newly formed family - It was hard getting in the trades,with no connections,no prior tool knowledge and honestly since I grew up without a dad well I never saw anyone do handyman things around the house,I didn’t even know how to read tape measure, - I came to the U.S.when I was 12-13, I left all my friends behind and I had to start all over, it was hard learning a new language and trying to fit in in school as well •I’m always battling with trying to put in as many hrs so my family can have a good life and my wife can still be a stay at home mother,and at the same time trying to spend time with my 2 kids,play with them and shit,but sometimes my job is too labor intensive so I’m always tired but I always push through 5 Contrasting Wins: - look up to:when i was young i never had anyone too look forward too,so now i make sure i motivate and lead my kids by example,by always showing up and trying my hardest - Good head on my shoulders: now i feel like,that gave me an adavange in life,and im 2-3 years ahead of people my age,also since i started with responsibilities at a very young age,i was able to get my life in order fast - Respect: I went from not having a dang clue of what i was doing,to always being the youngest foreman on sites,and being able to be that one person who young people look up to. - Motivation :the fact that I don’t know something or that I know there’s room for improvement has always motivated me,knowing that you can actually improve they by day,just by doing the work and actually see results keeps me motivated - Rewarding: im able to provide the family environment that I wish I would have growing up in,my wife is able to have a peaceful life with no stress,she’s able to pick up and drop them off everyday,it gives me peace of mind to know that my kids are being raised at home and not by some random lady.______________________________________