I’ve always believed life has a way of balancing things out. Sure, life has thrown heavy stuff my way, but somehow, things always balance out. I’m Bree, and I’m 20. Looking back, I’ve been through a lot, but I’ve also been blessed with some incredible people.

Growing up, I was the apple of my parents’ eye. Being an only child, I got all the love and attention you could imagine.

My parents made sure I had the best of everything: the best schools, the most amazing birthday parties, and friends who were like extended family.

Every night, my dad would tuck me in and tell me stories of his childhood adventures, and my mom never let a day pass without telling me how much I meant to them.