Hi, thank you for joining, I'm glad that you chose to join this contest for your first. You're a tough person @liltom. I lost my dad when I was 7, it was a tough time for everyone in the family. Your mom will always be with you, just remember her words and everything about her. Let her memory guide you always. About school, don't make too much of a deal of everything, just do your best to pass and that's it. There's is more to life than school and getting grades. It does not really define you, but it's best if you can be positive about these things. Take good care of yourself and make you mom proud. Keep Steemin'!