My personal and professional goals are something I have stood by and strive to continue on a daily basis. My goals will not only progress my career, but be an example for my children. The following three professional and personal goals that I have developed over the past 2 years will describe my future. It is important that my children see how successful a person can be when they put their mind to something. I also want my children to understand the amount of time and effort it takes to achieve the goals I have set for myself. I am not a traditional student. I didn't start my college career until the age of despite the urging of my parents. I got married and started a family early at the age of twenty one and decided being when my children young is I began working as a CNA when my children got a little older I my job to downsizing the facility. I call this my blessing in disguise otherwise I have gone back to school to get my associates degree in 2009. I was making a living and supporting my family prior to losing my job. Financially, going from two incomes to one was difficult, but in the end it was worth it because the lessons I learned and the goals I achieved will show my children never give up on your dream and sometimes the path . I have had my Associates degree for two years. I was fortunate enough to get a job immediately out of school; and I find it very rewarding. Recently, I've decided it was now or never to go back and get my Bachelors degree. I realize having my Bachelors degree will also help me support my growing family. According to Mahger (2011), "The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that bookkeepers, accountants and auditing clerks -- all jobs obtained with just an associate degree -- made a median salary of $34,030 in 2010. Those who complete a bachelor's degree may have more earnings potential anywhere from $43,000 per year to $100,000." With adding an additional child last year and raising inflation ,