Tonya Stewart:  

I always wanted to be an entrepreneur when I grew up. My family and friends thought that was a crazy idea. As it turns out, they were right, but I did it anyway. I am an entrepreneur. I like working for myself, it is rewarding at times and in other times it can drive you crazy. I love it! Chill Time: To relax I might watch a game on television, read, sew, or build something to take my mind off of things. Thank you to Mr. Haynes, my shop teacher from Bergen Street School , Ms. Dawson my sewing teacher, and my Step Dad, Coach? for teaching me a little about football. My Inspirations: My inspiration comes from the many teachers that I have had throughout the years. I especially remember Mrs. Barden, my music teacher at Bergen Street School who pushed me to sing in the choir. I have not stopped yet. She said to me Breland, I see something in you that you do not see and that's why I am so hard on you. Oh,how I wish I knew then what I know now, but that is hind sight and what's done is done. Mrs. Barden also taught me to never give up, continue until you achieve your goal. My high school years Ms. Harvey taught me to look for the silver lining in every cloud when I was negative about my future and life in general. I thought she was looney and told her so. I now tell others to be positive and to reach for the goals they have set for themselves, if any. If no goals are set I tell them to get started life is...Expand for more