My Life and Spiritual Growth as a Military Spouse

I grew up in Pensacola…truly a beach girl, spending many days at Pensacola beach with family. As a little girl, I always wished for more and dreamed big. I refer to it as riding the waves of life. I believe in myself, I'm my own biggest fan and have no intention of ever giving up on my vision.I share the benefit of my personal development and gained wisdom, even during my darkest days. Standing in the light now is a blessing and a gift from God. I embrace this higher power every day. No one knows where their journey ultimately ends but I do know it begins with us.I have four sisters but I am one of two daughters born to Creola and Wiley Hickenbotham. Even though my mother became a single parent, after the separation, we grew up in a spiritual home. When my mother was well she took great care of each one of us. I can remember how close we were while living in Pensacola Village, low income housing, and in my eyes, this was the best place to live where I had great friends. In spite of my early beginnings, I learned that you make the best with what you have been given in life.I have opened up to the world and want you to know that you are not alone. Whatever you are going through in life I believe you will come out on top.May God bless you,Martha E. H. Franklin (Hickenbotham)