Shanie Love - Pregnant -2011-12-31- Target -2021- ◉ | GENUINE |

A decade ago, in late 2011, my life changed forever. December 31, 2011, marked the end of a chapter and the beginning of a journey I never could have imagined—a pregnancy that would shape my identity, test my resilience, and ultimately guide me toward a meaningful goal in 2021. Today, as I reflect on this transformative decade, I’m filled with gratitude for the lessons learned and the milestones achieved. In late 2011, I was navigating the whirlwind of early pregnancy. The excitement of impending motherhood was bittersweet. Every stretch mark, flutter of movement, and sleepless night was a reminder that life was changing in permanent ways. Back then, my days revolved around prenatal vitamins, baby showers, and endless preparation for a child’s arrival. Yet, amid the joy, I also felt the weight of uncertainty—about my ability to balance motherhood with my aspirations, about career paths, and about becoming the parent I hoped to be.