Family lifts her up after a hard day

I'm thankful for my parents for making me who I am. They showed me how to be a good person and go for my dreams, and turned me into an ambitious young woman. They've been my coaches in life and pick me up when I'm down or need encouragement.

Being a full-time student while having a job can be tiring and stressful, but at the end of the day, my parents are always there when I need someone to talk to even as a friend. Family is like the best friends that fate picked out for you, and for that I'm especially grateful. Although times might get rough, my family is always there to help me out, whether it be studying for a test or just cracking a funny joke when I'm bored. Oh, and they make the best food!

Cassandra Gutierrez

Glendale Heights