Those of you who know me or read my blog (which means all of you) know that my little sister Rochelle is the apple of my eye. She is all things good in this world and I love her dearly. In fact if ever I think of going seriously wayward, I think of the example it would set for Rochelle and refrain.
Well as if the fact that Rochelle is smart, beautiful, talented, funny, caring, faithful etc., isn't enough for me to absolutely adore her, this week Rochelle gave me yet another reason for her to be my hero. Rochelle started med school! Her quest to be a doctor started when she was a little girl. The road hasn't been easy. There were so many roadblocks in her way: MCAT, classes, rejection letters, etc. All of the obstacles made it repeatedly difficult for Rochelle to reach her dream.
Honestly, I am weaker than Rochelle and would have quit by now. But Rochelle pressed on. She knew what she wanted and believed in her dream even when it was hard to believe in herself. I always knew she could do it if she wanted to. Well she wanted to and thank the good Lord, she has. And the tears that we shared and the defeat that Rochelle felt only makes her appreciate who she is, a med student, even more.
Rochelle reminded me of this: Life puts obstacles in our way as we quest for those professional goals. But if we remember that the obstacles only make us stronger. If we believe in ourselves, AND keep the faith, we can overcome anything and reach our dreams.
And now I get to call Rochelle...Doctor! (Yeah, I know she is in med school, but I figure I have the next four years to practice the term before it becomes a requirement.)
Love you Rochie...aka my hero
-RXW
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