It was another hot summer in the State of Texas and new opportunities brewed in the air. She was a young Hispanic single mother with nothing but hunger for success running through her veins. On a deep internal lead, she applied to be a Police Officer and the turn of events that followed, seemed as though they had been written for her a long time ago. This new experience brought her life full circle, explaining to her why she had been through so much trauma, abuse and neglect. It showed her who she was meant to be and why. Because of her personal experiences, abuse and trauma, there was nothing she couldn't face or attempt. It opened new doors of opportunities and brought her the success she had both longed for and been hungry for in her life. Now more than ever she faced every new obstacle and challenge without fear or hesitation as there was no stopping her dreams of a better life for both her son and her. Barbara is a new and upcoming author who loves to write nonfictional books based on her life's Journey, experiences and achievements. She was born in Puerto Rico and raised in Germany. She learned three languages and became very versatile when it came to adapting to new situations. She attended College in New York and completed her Psychology Degree. With this very vital piece of education, she decided to blend all her accomplishments and skills all into once career and moved to Texas, where her career really blossomed as a Police Officer. This career brought forth other opportunities to grow allowing her to become a certified Physical Fitness instructor and Life Coach. After 16 years of Law Enforcement, she decided to turn her attention to her first passions, Writing and Nursing, where she now hopes to encourage those who need it, (especially her sons), by sharing her life changing experiences and all the secrets to her healing, growth and success.