Robin Bucholz
My whole life has been a struggle.
Grew up very poor, abusive father, on welfare.
Got married right out of school. Had 2 kids, divorced, on welfare. Worked many odd jobs. Had 2 more kids. Started working in law enforcement, was driven out after 20 years.
Oldest sister was killed when she was 17, and I was 12. Thought I was going to die before I turned 18.
Never believed my oldest was going to be killed when she was 18 exact same way my sister was killed. Drunk driver. Raised my grand-daughter after daughter was killed.
Low self-esteem. Never believed in myself, or my abilities to go on to school.
I really want to do something I can be proud of for me (not that raising my children and grand-daughter were not rewarding, but it is time for me. I was driven out of a job I loved by younger and less ambitious staff.
All I want is a chance to do something honorable for me, and doing something I never believed I ever could do, or afford to do. I am sure there are others that are more deserving of this, but all I want is a chance. Thank you for your time and consideration in this scholarship.
Sincerely,
Robin M. Bucholz (Mother)